ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II - 64027445

Date: Jun 7, 2024

Location:

MIAMI GARDENS, FL, US, 33056

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Requisition No: 829243

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II - 64027445

Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 64027445

Salary: $44,000.00 - $48,000.00

Posting Closing Date: 07/08/2024

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Your Specific Responsibilities :

This is professional work conducting sanitary and safety inspections for the prevention of environmental related illness and injury in facilities that produce biomedical waste for compliance with 64E16 of the Florida Administrative Code (F.A.C.). The incumbent in this position also responsible for investigation of complaints of medical waste dumping in public areas, and the improper procedures in regulated facilities. The incumbent in this position is also responsible for activities involving the licensing body piercing and tanning facilities including inspections, complaint investigations and be Standardized in Body Piercing Infectious Control.

Performs site inspections of regulated facilities to ensure compliance of regulations. Inspects hospitals, physician’s offices, laboratories, nursing homes and other biomedical waste generating facilities for compliance with 64E16 of the Florida Administrative Codes (F.A.C.). Accurately completes inspection forms, with correct application and interpretation of 64E16, F.A.C. and 386 of the sanitary nuisances for the above facilities. Effectively communicates 64E16, F.A.C. requirements to generators. Also, Florida Statute 381 as it pertains to biomedical waste and to environmental health.

Review applications and supporting documents for accounts (existing or new) to determine if unapproved changes have been made and if additional information is required to be submitted to the Department to comply with operating permit conditions. Provide necessary forms and procedures to clients as needed. Ensures timely follow-up, notations, and documentation in the Environmental Health Database and/or filing system.

Reviews permit applications; identifies environmental impacts associated with proposed activities; reviews the various facilities, biomedical protocols and corrective action plan for compliance with 64E16, F.A.C. Review facility files and file them weekly.

Initiates enforcement actions by drafting non-compliance and warning letters and assisting with other enforcement documents. Consults with officials from local and state governmental offices, as well as private companies for enforcement of biomedical waste regulations. Uses Miami-Dade County Health Department administrative procedures to enforce the rules and regulations against biomedical waste generators who do not comply with regulations.

Investigates complaints concerning improper disposal, storage, treatment and segregation of biomedical waste in generating facilities and in public areas. Completes complaint cards and reports in a timely manner with accurate and complete information and correct interpretation of 64E16, F.A.C., and the Biomedical Unit standard operating procedures. Conducts clean-ups of small amounts of biomedical waste, following exposure control guidelines, when the responsible party cannot be determined for the protection of the public. Coordinates with the Department of Environmental Protection for large spills and public dumping or other emergencies.

Develops manuals and training materials and responds to request for information from the general public concerning biomedical waste. Provides in-service training and lectures before large groups concerning 64E16, F.A.C., its application and interpretation.

Inspects tanning facilities to ensure the safe adequate construction of the unit, proper shielding, monitoring and timing devices, uses positioning and warning labels and instructions to protect the users of these facilities from sustaining improper or unsafe levels of radiation. Verifies that employees in the unit are properly trained to ensure public safety.

Inspects body piercing facilities to ensure the minimum sanitary and safety requirements related to the design, operation and maintenance of body piercing salons and temporary establishments.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of basic principles of environmental health or one of the natural or physical science, like biology, environmental studies, chemistry, including knowledge of scientific terminology and technology.

• Knowledge of basic computer skills to execute program related services.

• Skill in methods of data collection including the ability to collect, record, and analyze technical data relating to environmental health.

• Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policy and procedure related to environmental health, including enforcing regulation.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with community leaders and others in a stressful environment while providing total quality environmental health services.

• Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing plus the ability to read and interpret written materials.

  Qualifications:

  Minimum –

  Bachelor’s degree in a physical or natural science from an accredited college or university with no less than 30 semester hours or 40 quarter hours of major course work in physical or natural sciences, valid driver's license, private automobile to perform work related duties, incumbent in this position is required to be a Certified Environmental Health Professional within 6 months of hiring.

  Where You Will Work :

  Golden Glades Office

  1725 NW 167th Street Miami, FL 33056.

  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.

  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.

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