ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST I - 64029345 1 1

State of Florida • FL

91d • $35,000 - $37,000

About The Position

The incumbent is part of a global public health organization and is expected to support the Florida Department of Health in Polk County in its mission to protect, promote, and improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county and community efforts and its vision to be the Healthiest State in the Nation. Furthermore, the incumbent is expected to incorporate the agency values of Innovation, Collaboration, Accountability, Responsiveness and Excellence in all aspects of their work.

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in one of the physical or natural sciences or engineering.
• Certification as outlined in Florida Statutes 381.0101 for either Food Protection, Onsite Sewage Treatment and Disposal Systems (OSTDS), or both.
• Valid Florida Class E Driver’s License.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of environmental field work and the practical application of scientific principles and techniques.
• Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures relating to environmental programs.
• Skill in data collection, review of documents, and organizing files and records.
• Ability to communicate and work effectively with regulated parties and the general public.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to prioritize, organize and schedule work assignments.
• Skill in the operation of a personal computer and the use of common software applications.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site inspections to monitor and regulate proposed and existing facilities that affect health and environment.
• Inspect assigned food hygiene, group care, and tanning facilities for compliance with all applicable State codes, statutes, and regulations.
• Perform scheduled re-inspections to confirm corrective actions to address violations and verify return to compliance.
• Track inspection progress for assigned facilities to ensure that all inspections are performed within required frequencies.
• Maintain current, complete and accurate records of assigned facilities and all inspection activities.
• Investigate reported complaints involving these facilities and prepare reports, legal notices and other supportive documents.
• Perform other duties as required and as needed, including interpreter duties depending on skill level.

Benefits

• Annual and Sick Leave benefits
• Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year
• State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options
• Retirement plan options, including employer contributions
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Tuition waivers

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees