ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II - 64004212

Date: Jun 25, 2024

Location:

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Requisition No: 832016

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II - 64004212

Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 64004212

Salary: $40,506.00 - $44,556.77

Posting Closing Date: 06/28/2024

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Internal Agency Job Opportunity

Applicants accepted only from Department of Health employees, (includes OPS, Career Service, SES or SMS employees). Applicants will not be accepted from outside of the department.

Your Specific Responsibilities:

Come Join DOH-Team Duval! If you are looking to establish an exciting and successful career in Public Health, you have come to the right place. Many of our innovative and successful health programs are recognized throughout Florida.

This is a professional position assigned to the Environmental Supervisor II. Position is responsible for conducting all assigned inspections for each designated program area: Food Hygiene, Group Care, Biomedical Waste, Tattooing, Body Piercing, Tanning, Mobile Home Parks, and other miscellaneous programs. Position must maintain the Food Hygiene Certification.

Public Health Competency Domain 1: Analytical /Assessment Skills

Conducts sanitation inspections of all assigned Food Hygiene, Group Care, Biomedical Waste, Tattooing, Body Piercing, Mobile Home Park, Tanning, Foster Homes, Group Homes, and Adoption Placement Homes for compliance with the Florida Department of Health and the Florida Department of Children and Families interagency agreement. Inspects group care and food hygiene facilities as required for compliance with Florida Statute 381.0072 and Chapter 64E-11 Florida Administrative Code and Florida Statute 381.006 and Chapter 64E-12, 64E-13, FDA Food Code 2013 and 6A-2.0040. Reviews plans for all designated operations for new construction and remodeled facilities.

Inspects all assigned body piercing facilities and tattoo establishments once during the permit year for compliance with Florida Statutes 381.0075 and Chapter 64E-19 F.A.C. and Florida Statutes 381.0071-381.0091 and Chapter 64E-28 F.A.C. respectively and all other Environmental Health programs.

Inspects assigned tanning facilities in Duval County at least twice a year during the permit year per Florida Administrative code and Environmental Health Program Manual for compliance with Florida Statute 381.89 and Chapter 64E-17 F.A.C. Documents all violations observed on the appropriate form and in the manner prescribed.

Inspects all assigned permitted and exempt generators of biomedical waste in Duval County at least once annually between October 1 and September 30 (for permitted facilities) each licensing year for compliance with Florida Statute 381.0098 and Chapter 64E-16 Florida Administrative Code. Exempt facilities will be inspected at least once every 3 years. Inspections consist of a review of the generating facility's biomedical waste policy and procedures, yearly staff training, and manifest receipts from licensed transporter of waste removal as per Chapter 64E-16, F.A.C. Documents any violations observed during each inspection on the appropriate forms in the manner prescribed.

Public Health Competency Domain 6: Public Health Science Skills

Performs all special assignments and other duties and responsibilities as required, including but not limited to participation in all matters relating to disaster drills and actual emergencies/disasters (including Bio-Terrorism events). Serves as one of the backs up on call staff for any biomedical waste spill/complaints.

Public Health Competency Domain 7: Financial Planning/Management Skills

Position is responsible for completing all required reports including Daily Activity Report, leave and attendance, mileage, HMS, and itinerary sheets. All inspections require travel related duties and data entry utilizing Microsoft programs and DOH databases. This position performs travel related to all field work, assigned duties and mandatory training requirements.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to collect record and analyze technical data relating to sanitation and safety standards.

• Ability to understand and apply specific rules, regulations, Policies and Procedures relating to the safety and sanitation inspections of regulated facilities.

• Knowledge of the principles and techniques of effective verbal and written communication.

• Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments.

• Ability to deal with public in a professional and courteous manner.

• Ability to work independently.

• Ability to utilize problem-solving techniques.

• Computer skills that include, Microsoft Word, Outlook, Access, PowerPoint, Excel, and the Environmental Health Database System Able to maintain appropriate self-confidence and controls emotional reactions when relating to others in a group or one-on-one so effective communication can occur.

• Communicates without ridicule, threats, or emotional outbursts.

• Allows time for practice of new tasks or skills.

• Explains reasoning behind own opinions. Remains calm in a high-pressure situation.

• Demonstrates high standards of ethical conduct.

• Skilled in communicating with, motivating, training, and evaluating employees, and planning and directing employees' work assignments.

  Qualifications:

  Minimum:

• Must possess a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a physical, natural, biological, or environmental science with at least 30 semester hours in natural or physical science courses.

• Must possess a valid driver’s license and use of a vehicle.

  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 theHealthiestState 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

  Florida Department of Health in Duval County

  921 N. Davis Street

  Building B, Suite 350

  Jacksonville, FL 32209

  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.

• Four-day work week available if desired!

• And more!

  For a more complete list of benefits, including monthly costs, visitwww.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 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.

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