ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH SPECIALIST
ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH SPECIALIST - 64006529 Date:
Jul 14, 2023 Location:
TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32301 The State Personnel System is an E-Verify employer.
For more information click on our E-Verify Website (http:
//www.
dms.
myflorida.
com/workforce_operations/human_resource_management/for_job_applicants/e_verify).
Requisition No:
805018 Agency:
Department of Health Working Title:
ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH SPECIALIST - 64006529 Position Number:
64006529 Salary:
1335.
60 biweekly Posting Closing Date:
01/02/2024 Your
Responsibilities:
Conducts routine inspections for residential facilities, schools, foster homes, mobile home/RV park, tanning facilities, public swimming pools/bathing places, drinking water system, and Biomedical waste in an assigned area of Leon County in compliance with the appropriate Florida Statues, Administrative Codes, Department policy and Leon County Ordinances.
Conducts site investigations and sample collection for S.
U.
P.
E.
R.
Act site in Leon County.
Investigates programmatic and assigned sanitary nuisance complaints in all areas of environmental health ensuring proper documentation as a legal record and initiates the necessary enforcement actions to gain compliance within a prescribed time frame.
Responsible for maintaining a filing system for all inspections, reports, records, permits, invoices, complaints and legal proceedings for all non-OSTDS environmental health program areas.
Responsible for input of non-OSTDS data into the environmental health EHD system.
Responsible for ensuring that environmental health service data is uploaded to the DOH Program office by the date required.
Participates in the establishment of new or modified filing systems for more efficient records retrieval.
Coordinates with the supervisors to devise new work methods or improve existing procedures.
Regularly assists the director or supervisor in providing educational guidance in all areas of environmental health listed above to owner/operators, workers, and the general public in order to minimize the potential for abuse, neglect and other health and safety factors in Leon County establishments.
Performs related work as required or as needed by the supervisor and/or director.
The incumbent is responsible for the integrity and confidentiality of data sets under his/her control This position serves as the backup for the Rabies Surveillance Program.
Conducts initial and follow-up investigations for all reported animal bite cases.
Investigates possible exposure cases, prepares specimens for laboratory examination, and performs follow-up of quarantine.
Completes all required paperwork.
This position functions as the backup Human Resources liaison for the environmental health and epidemiology divisions of the DOH-Leon.
Responsible for utilizing the People First HR system for all personnel actions initiated by these divisions.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
This position, working under the direction of the Environmental Supervisor II, encompasses professional environmental health work, county wide.
The incumbent regulates and educates the public through on-the spot guidance relating to assigned Environmental Health Program Areas within defined limits of authority.
Ability to perform site inspections, collect or evaluate, analyze, and interpret scientific data.
Ability to communicate effectively.
Ability to utilize problem solving techniques.
Qualifications:
Minimum - Associates (A.
A.
) degree from an accredited institution necessary to be successful in the position.
Applicable work experience may be substituted.
Preferred - Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution that, while not required, are good to have for those serving in the position and may lead to a higher level of success in the position.
Florida Department of Health Mission, Vision, and Values:
Mission:
To protect, promote & improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county & community efforts.
Vision:
To be the Healthiest State in the Nation.
Values:
I nnovation:
We search for creative solutions and manage resources wisely.
C ollaboration:
We use teamwork to achieve common goals & solve problems.
A ccountability:
We perform with integrity & respect.
R esponsiveness:
We achieve our mission by serving our customers & engaging our partners.
E xcellence:
We promote quality outcomes through learning & continuous performance improvement.
Where You Will Work:
435 N.
Macomb Street Tallahassee, Florida 32301 The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:
Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck.
The State's total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including:
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 (For more information, please click www.
myfrs.
com); Flexible Spending Accounts; Tuition waivers; And more! For a more complete list of benefits, including monthly costs, visit www.
mybenefits.
myflorida.
com.
Please be advised:
Your responses to qualifying questions for this position must be verifiable by documentation provided through the electronic application process.
This position requires a security background check and/or drug screening and participation in direct deposit.
Any misrepresentations or omissions will disqualify you from employment consideration.
Note:
You will be required to provide your Social Security Number (SSN) in order to conduct this background check Successful completion of a drug test is a condition of employment for safety-sensitive positions.
Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they are registered with the Selective Services System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS.
For more information, please visit the SSS website:
http:
//www.
sss.
gov If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida.
Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement.
The successful candidate will be required to complete the Form I-9 and that information will be verified using the E-Verify system.
E-Verify is operated by the Department of Homeland Security in partnership with the Social Security Administration to verify employment eligibility.
Incumbents may be required to perform emergency duty before, during, and/or beyond normal work hours or days.
The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-877-562-7287).
Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace.
All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.
0455, F.
S.
, Drug-Free Workplace Act.
Florida has the third largest population of veterans in the nation with more than 1.
5 million service men and women.
The Florida Department of Health (department) is committed to serving members of the United States Armed Forces, veterans and their families by encouraging them to apply for vacancies that fit their area of knowledge and/or expertise.
Through the Department's VALOR program, which expedites licensing for military veterans, the Department also waives initial licensing and application fees for military veterans who apply for a health care professional license within 60 months of an honorable discharge.
These initiatives help ensure that the transition from military service into the workforce is as smooth as possible and reflects our appreciation for the dedication devoted to protecting our country.
The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735).
Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace.
All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.
0455, F.
S.
, Drug-Free Workplace Act.
VETERANS' PREFERENCE.
Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans' Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply.
Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements.
Candidates claiming Veterans' Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code.
Veterans' Preference documentation requirements are available by clickinghere (http:
//www.
dms.
myflorida.
com/content/download/97612/566545).
All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.
Nearest Major Market:
Tallahassee Recommended Skills Administration Biomedical Waste Communication Confidentiality Human Resources Occupational Safety And Health Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Jul 14, 2023 Location:
TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32301 The State Personnel System is an E-Verify employer.
For more information click on our E-Verify Website (http:
//www.
dms.
myflorida.
com/workforce_operations/human_resource_management/for_job_applicants/e_verify).
Requisition No:
805018 Agency:
Department of Health Working Title:
ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH SPECIALIST - 64006529 Position Number:
64006529 Salary:
1335.
60 biweekly Posting Closing Date:
01/02/2024 Your
Responsibilities:
Conducts routine inspections for residential facilities, schools, foster homes, mobile home/RV park, tanning facilities, public swimming pools/bathing places, drinking water system, and Biomedical waste in an assigned area of Leon County in compliance with the appropriate Florida Statues, Administrative Codes, Department policy and Leon County Ordinances.
Conducts site investigations and sample collection for S.
U.
P.
E.
R.
Act site in Leon County.
Investigates programmatic and assigned sanitary nuisance complaints in all areas of environmental health ensuring proper documentation as a legal record and initiates the necessary enforcement actions to gain compliance within a prescribed time frame.
Responsible for maintaining a filing system for all inspections, reports, records, permits, invoices, complaints and legal proceedings for all non-OSTDS environmental health program areas.
Responsible for input of non-OSTDS data into the environmental health EHD system.
Responsible for ensuring that environmental health service data is uploaded to the DOH Program office by the date required.
Participates in the establishment of new or modified filing systems for more efficient records retrieval.
Coordinates with the supervisors to devise new work methods or improve existing procedures.
Regularly assists the director or supervisor in providing educational guidance in all areas of environmental health listed above to owner/operators, workers, and the general public in order to minimize the potential for abuse, neglect and other health and safety factors in Leon County establishments.
Performs related work as required or as needed by the supervisor and/or director.
The incumbent is responsible for the integrity and confidentiality of data sets under his/her control This position serves as the backup for the Rabies Surveillance Program.
Conducts initial and follow-up investigations for all reported animal bite cases.
Investigates possible exposure cases, prepares specimens for laboratory examination, and performs follow-up of quarantine.
Completes all required paperwork.
This position functions as the backup Human Resources liaison for the environmental health and epidemiology divisions of the DOH-Leon.
Responsible for utilizing the People First HR system for all personnel actions initiated by these divisions.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
This position, working under the direction of the Environmental Supervisor II, encompasses professional environmental health work, county wide.
The incumbent regulates and educates the public through on-the spot guidance relating to assigned Environmental Health Program Areas within defined limits of authority.
Ability to perform site inspections, collect or evaluate, analyze, and interpret scientific data.
Ability to communicate effectively.
Ability to utilize problem solving techniques.
Qualifications:
Minimum - Associates (A.
A.
) degree from an accredited institution necessary to be successful in the position.
Applicable work experience may be substituted.
Preferred - Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution that, while not required, are good to have for those serving in the position and may lead to a higher level of success in the position.
Florida Department of Health Mission, Vision, and Values:
Mission:
To protect, promote & improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county & community efforts.
Vision:
To be the Healthiest State in the Nation.
Values:
I nnovation:
We search for creative solutions and manage resources wisely.
C ollaboration:
We use teamwork to achieve common goals & solve problems.
A ccountability:
We perform with integrity & respect.
R esponsiveness:
We achieve our mission by serving our customers & engaging our partners.
E xcellence:
We promote quality outcomes through learning & continuous performance improvement.
Where You Will Work:
435 N.
Macomb Street Tallahassee, Florida 32301 The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:
Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck.
The State's total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including:
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 (For more information, please click www.
myfrs.
com); Flexible Spending Accounts; Tuition waivers; And more! For a more complete list of benefits, including monthly costs, visit www.
mybenefits.
myflorida.
com.
Please be advised:
Your responses to qualifying questions for this position must be verifiable by documentation provided through the electronic application process.
This position requires a security background check and/or drug screening and participation in direct deposit.
Any misrepresentations or omissions will disqualify you from employment consideration.
Note:
You will be required to provide your Social Security Number (SSN) in order to conduct this background check Successful completion of a drug test is a condition of employment for safety-sensitive positions.
Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they are registered with the Selective Services System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS.
For more information, please visit the SSS website:
http:
//www.
sss.
gov If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida.
Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement.
The successful candidate will be required to complete the Form I-9 and that information will be verified using the E-Verify system.
E-Verify is operated by the Department of Homeland Security in partnership with the Social Security Administration to verify employment eligibility.
Incumbents may be required to perform emergency duty before, during, and/or beyond normal work hours or days.
The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-877-562-7287).
Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace.
All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.
0455, F.
S.
, Drug-Free Workplace Act.
Florida has the third largest population of veterans in the nation with more than 1.
5 million service men and women.
The Florida Department of Health (department) is committed to serving members of the United States Armed Forces, veterans and their families by encouraging them to apply for vacancies that fit their area of knowledge and/or expertise.
Through the Department's VALOR program, which expedites licensing for military veterans, the Department also waives initial licensing and application fees for military veterans who apply for a health care professional license within 60 months of an honorable discharge.
These initiatives help ensure that the transition from military service into the workforce is as smooth as possible and reflects our appreciation for the dedication devoted to protecting our country.
The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735).
Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace.
All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.
0455, F.
S.
, Drug-Free Workplace Act.
VETERANS' PREFERENCE.
Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans' Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply.
Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements.
Candidates claiming Veterans' Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code.
Veterans' Preference documentation requirements are available by clickinghere (http:
//www.
dms.
myflorida.
com/content/download/97612/566545).
All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.
Nearest Major Market:
Tallahassee Recommended Skills Administration Biomedical Waste Communication Confidentiality Human Resources Occupational Safety And Health Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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