ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II - 64054792
About The Position
The Florida Department of Health in St. Johns County is hiring an Environmental Specialist II to conduct environmental public health activities in accordance with state and local codes. The role primarily supports the Food Safety and Sanitation Program and the Group Care Program, with backup coverage for Biomedical Waste, Tattoo, Tanning, Body Piercing, and Migrant Labor Housing programs. Duties include inspections, plan reviews where applicable, permits, complaint and investigation follow-up, and documentation. The position also involves data entry and maintaining organized records using the Environmental Health Database and other automated programs, as well as travel related to assigned duties. Daily work is performed in the office or field in St. Johns County. The employee may be required to work outside normal hours or days during emergencies and perform emergency duties such as supporting special needs or Red Cross shelters.
Requirements
- Valid Florida driver's license.
- Obtain Food Safety and Sanitation Program certification within six months of employment.
- Obtain Body Piercing standardization within 12 months of employment.
- Knowledge of basic mathematics and general office proceedings.
- Basic computer skills, time management, and work organization skills.
- Ability to bend, stoop, and lift 50 pounds.
- Ability to operate technical equipment, communicate effectively, review site and floor plans, and work outdoors in all conditions.
- Ability to learn and communicate effectively, orally and in writing, in English.
- Availability for emergency duties before, during, or beyond normal work hours or days.
Responsibilities
- Conduct initial, routine, and follow-up inspections for Food Safety and Sanitation and Group Care programs.
- Complete plan reviews and issue permits for applicable programs.
- Review and investigate complaints related to food establishments, foodborne illness concerns, and group care facilities; complete follow-up and documentation.
- Provide backup coverage for Biomedical Waste, Tattoo, Tanning, Body Piercing, and Migrant Labor Housing programs, including inspections, plan reviews, permits, complaint investigations, follow-up, and documentation.
- Enter data and maintain organized records and files of inspections, investigations, and reports using the Environmental Health Database and other automated programs.
- Travel in conjunction with assigned duties.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Annual and sick leave
- Nine paid holidays and one personal holiday each year
- State group insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance
- Retirement plan options, including employer contributions
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Tuition waivers
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
