ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II - 64086017 1

State of Florida • Delray Beach, FL

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The Environmental Specialist II works in the Environmental Public Health Program, conducting inspections of public pools, spas, water recreation attractions, and beaches to protect public health and safety. The role operates under the supervision of an Environmental Supervisor II-SES and requires independent judgment, initiative, and the ability to apply established procedures and general business practices. The position is designated sensitive and involves handling confidential information and entering or updating records in health and environmental databases.

The specialist inspects public swimming facilities for compliance with sanitary, safety, and technical standards; investigates complaints and waterborne illnesses; collects beach-water samples; maintains program records; reviews licenses and permit submissions; and pursues appropriate follow-up or enforcement actions. The position also provides guidance to facility owners and operators, coordinates with government agencies, supports public education and staff training, and assists other programs during routine and emergency operations. Daily in-office or field work is required, including extended outdoor work. The position is based in Delray Beach, Florida.

Requirements

• Standards Certification, including minimum standards of education, training, or experience under Chapter 381, Florida Statutes.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to work outdoors for extended periods.
• Ability to work before, during, or beyond normal work hours or days during emergencies, including special-needs shelter work or other disaster-related duties.
• Ability to learn and communicate effectively in English, orally and in writing.
• Knowledge of terminology, principles, and analytical techniques of the physical or natural sciences.
• Knowledge of data collection and analysis principles and procedures.
• Ability to collect, evaluate, analyze, and interpret scientific or technical data.
• Ability to prepare technical reports.
• Ability to use personal computers.
• Ability to understand and apply rules, regulations, policies, and procedures related to environmental programs and legislative direction established in Florida statutes.
• Ability to deal tactfully and courteously with the public.
• Ability to work independently and plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments.
• Ability to communicate effectively and establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to use problem-solving techniques.
• Must wear steel-toe safety boots.
• Must use state or county vehicles only for officially authorized duties when required to conduct official business.

Responsibilities

• Inspect public swimming pools, spas, special-purpose pools, and water recreation attractions for compliance with applicable sanitary, safety, and technical standards.
• Examine pool and attraction equipment, document deficiencies and possible remedies, submit reports, conduct follow-up inspections, and initiate enforcement actions when necessary.
• Close noncompliant pools, spas, and water recreation attractions and perform follow-up inspections.
• Investigate environmental health complaints involving public pools and associated equipment.
• Advise owners, managers, directors, contractors, service companies, code enforcement officials, city managers, and others about proper pool operation and disease or injury prevention.
• Coordinate activities with federal, state, and local agencies and ensure pool operators are properly licensed or certified.
• Conduct sanitary surveys of public bathing places and shoreline surveillance for contamination and pollution.
• Collect beach-water samples for laboratory analysis and apply relevant EPA and Florida DEP water standards when recommending corrective action.
• Provide information about public bathing places to media and other interested parties.
• Maintain regulated bathing-facility records and update program databases.
• Review annual license submissions, issue operating permits, and contact permit holders regarding unpaid annual permit fees.
• Investigate waterborne illnesses and enter or update related environmental-health, epidemiology, physician, laboratory, and patient-identifier records.
• Attend training and participate in public-health education programs as needed.
• Participate in development of teamwork objectives and provide field training to other staff.
• Provide backup to other departmental programs and cooperate with staff to support efficient operations during normal and emergency conditions.
• Participate in outreach, suggestions, and teamwork activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Annual and sick leave
• Nine paid holidays and one personal holiday each year
• State group insurance options, including health, life, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance
• Retirement plan options, including employer contributions
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Tuition waivers

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed