ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST III - 64067481

State of Florida • Pine Manor, FL

1d • Remote

About The Position

This is professional work assisting the environmental manager in one of the five statewide multi-county geographic areas. The incumbent uses independent judgment and performs the more difficult or complicated inspections, assists the manager with inspection priorities and conducts training. Duties include conducting assigned on-site inspections of x-ray facilities and users of radioactive materials, with assignments including the more difficult or complicated types of x-ray facilities and/or radioactive material licensees where demonstrated competence will be required. The role also involves performing radiation emergency response duties, assessing hazards and taking appropriate actions to minimize radiation exposure to workers, the public, and the environment, as well as performing radiation-related investigations. The incumbent will serve as a mentor for new staff, maintain and enhance professional and technical skills through training and professional organizations, and act as a radiation technical advisor when answering concerns from radiation workers and the public. Additionally, the role involves serving on committees when requested to further radiation research issues, assisting the environmental manager by providing technical, scientific, and professional guidance, investigating special areas, and reporting unusual findings. The position may require working before, during, and/or beyond normal work hours or days in the event of an emergency, including working in special needs or Red Cross shelters, or performing other emergency duties. The incumbent will be available on a 24-hour basis for response to radiation emergencies as a member of the State Radiation Emergency Response Team and may be subject to emergency calls from their residence for the protection of life or property. This position is in compliance with and monitors compliance with mandatory requirements in Sections 215.422 and 112.061, Florida Statutes, and Chapter 691-24.001, Florida Administrative Code. The incumbent is considered to have regulatory responsibilities and is subject to the provisions of Chapter 60L-36.003, Florida Administrative Code. The role requires a valid Florida Driver’s License and may involve using state or county vehicles for official business. Pcard responsibilities are included, and the incumbent must receive a minimum score of 70% on each written exam of required core training modules and attend all required core training courses. Federal certification in mammography inspections (MQSA) will be required if deemed necessary.

Requirements

• Knowledge of the terminology, principles, and analytical techniques of radiation.
• Must have a valid Florida Driver’s License.
• Must be able to lift 60 pounds of equipment.
• Must receive a minimum score of 70% on each written exam of the required core training modules.
• Must attend all required core training courses designated in the training and qualification procedures.
• Ability to learn and communicate effectively, orally and in writing, in English.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent 4 years of experience in the area of chemistry, physics, health physicist (radiation related) or nuclear medicine technology (or similar work experience).
• Federal certification in mammography inspections (MQSA - Mammography Quality Standards Act) will be required if deemed necessary by the Field Operations Environmental Administrator.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assigned on-site inspections of x-ray facilities and users of radioactive materials.
• Perform radiation emergency response duties, assessing hazards and taking appropriate actions to minimize radiation exposure to workers, the public, and the environment.
• Perform radiation related investigations as assigned.
• Serve as mentor for new staff.
• Maintain and enhance professional and technical skills through training and professional organizations.
• Serve as radiation technical advisor when answering radiation workers and public concerns.
• Serve on committees when requested to further radiation research issues.
• Assist the environmental manager by providing technical, scientific and professional guidance.
• Investigate special areas and report unusual findings to the environmental manager.
• Serve on in-house workgroups as assigned.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
• Work before, during and/or beyond normal work hours or days in the event of an emergency.
• Perform emergency duties including, but not limited to, responses to or threats involving any disaster or threat of disaster, man-made or natural.
• Be available on a 24-hour-a-day basis for response to radiation emergencies.
• Perform duties as a member of the State Radiation Emergency Response Team.
• Respond to emergency calls from residence for the protection of life or property.
• Ensure compliance with and monitor compliance with mandatory requirements in Sections 215.422 and 112.061, Florida Statutes, and Chapter 691-24.001, Florida Administrative Code.
• Adhere to the provisions of Chapter 60L-36.003, Florida Administrative Code.
• Use vehicles owned, leased, or operated by the state or county to conduct official state business.
• Lift 60 pounds of equipment.
• Manage Pcard responsibilities.
• Receive a minimum score of 70% on each written exam of the required core training modules.
• Attend all required core training courses designated in the training and qualification procedures.
• Obtain Federal certification in mammography inspections (MQSA - Mammography Quality Standards Act) if deemed necessary by the Field Operations Environmental Administrator.

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: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree