ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST III - 64026835

State of Florida • Orlando, FL

10d • Onsite

About The Position

Performs complex technical and training duties in the development and use of plans to protect the public and environment during radiation accidents. The employee must use discretion and independent judgment in performing these job duties. This position serves as a member of Florida's Radiological Emergency Response Team and participates in nuclear power plant exercises. The incumbent may be required to work 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 position is available on a 24-hour-a-day basis for response to radiation emergencies and is subject to emergency calls from the residence for the protection of life or property. The incumbent has regulatory responsibilities and must comply with relevant Florida Statutes and Administrative Codes. A valid Florida Driver's License is required, and the incumbent may be required to use state or county vehicles for official duties. The role involves Pcard responsibilities and requires successful completion of mandatory core training modules.

Requirements

• Willing to work before, during, and/or beyond normal work hours or days in the event of an emergency.
• Willing to work in a special needs or Red Cross shelter, or perform other emergency duties including, but not limited to, responses to or threats involving any disaster or threat of disaster, man-made or natural.
• Authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.
• Willing to physically come in the office daily and perform field work.
• Must have a valid Florida Driver’s License.
• Must be able to lift 60 pounds of equipment.
• Knowledge of the terminology, principles and analytical techniques of radiation.
• Knowledge of the principles of radiation detection instruments and their use.
• Must be able 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 physics (radiation related) or nuclear medicine technology (or similar work experience).
• Professional teaching experience.

Responsibilities

• Assists in developing and presenting radiological emergency response classes to staff and outside agency personnel.
• Assists in developing and conducting classes for first responders and hospital emergency room personnel in radiological emergency response.
• Critiques drills and exercises in radiological emergency response.
• Participates in medical service drills.
• Conducts routine radio checks.
• Assists in semi-annual inventory and restocking of the mobile lab, sample preparation vehicle, field team trailer, and emergency kits.
• Maintains calibration records of hand-held radiation detection instruments.
• Coordinates the annual emergency worker dosimeter program.
• Provides assigned maintenance of building safety, security and support systems (e.g., alarm tests, fire extinguisher checks, first aid kit updates, security camera and security lights check).
• Provides assigned building facilities preservation maintenance and upkeep.
• Conducts state vehicle preventative and routine maintenance.
• Assists in Low Level Waste Inspections, Environmental Monitoring and Sample Collections, Source Support, and Incident Response Management as requested.
• Serves as a member of Florida's Radiological Emergency Response Team.
• Participates in nuclear power plant exercises.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• May be required to work before, during and/or beyond normal work hours or days in the event of an emergency.
• May be required to work in special needs or Red Cross shelters, or perform other emergency duties.
• 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.
• Subject to emergency calls from residence for the protection of life or property.
• Monitors compliance with mandatory requirements in Sections 215.422 and 112.061, Florida Statutes, and Chapter 691-24.001, Florida Administrative Code.
• Complies with the provisions of Chapter 60L-36.003, Florida Administrative Code.
• May be required to use vehicles owned, leased, or operated by the state or county.
• Must receive a minimum score of 70% on each written exam of the required core training modules and must attend all required core training courses.

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