ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST I - 64082659

State of Florida; Ocala (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Florida, Department of Health in Marion County, seeks an Environmental Specialist I to inspect LUPS wells, collect water samples, and document findings in state systems. The role requires driving a valid Florida license, outdoor work, and precise reporting of data and compliance with environmental health rules.

Responsibilities include inspecting well abandonments, migrant labor camps, mobile home parks, and other programs to meet inspection quotas, investigate complaints, and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Willing to work outside in the elements.
• Valid Florida Driver License.

Responsibilities

• Inspect LUPS wells, collect samples, and document inspections.
• Inspect well abandonments by licensed contractors.
• Inspect migrant labor camps and other programs.
• Provide inspections for mobile home/RV park, group care, swimming pool, tattoo, and biomedical waste programs.
• Investigate complaints about unsanitary conditions and initiate actions per statutes.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Teamwork

Regulations

IT troubleshooting

Communication

Technical writing

Water sampling

Outdoor work

Lift 30 lbs

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or GED

BS in physical science

Job description

Requisition No: 881939

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST I - 64082659

Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 64082659

Salary: $35,000.00 - $38,000.00 annually

Posting Closing Date: 08/26/2026

Your Specific Responsibilities

The incumbent’s primary responsibilities are the inspection of Limited Use Public Supply (LUPS) wells in accordance with the requirements of the operating permits of these public water systems, which shall include but not be limited to taking water samples and submitting them to a state approved water sample testing facility. Inspections will be documented on state approved forms and recorded within the approved physical and digital filing systems. General guidance is provided by a Natural Sciences Manager I whom assigns work and evaluates performance with departmental policies. A reliable vehicle and valid Florida driver’s license are required for this position.

The incumbent will be responsible for inspections of well abandonments by licensed well contractors using state approved methods. The inspection of well groutings for the construction of limited use/public supply wells and variance wells by licensed well contractors using state approved methods.

The incumbent will be responsible for inspecting migrant labor camps in accordance with 64E-14 F.A.C. Responsible for inspections, documents deficiencies for corrective action, and maintains records in database.

The incumbent will help provide inspections for mobile home/ RV park program, group care program, swimming pool program, tattoo program, and biomedical waste program as needed to meet inspection quotas of all programs.

Investigates complaints filed by the public, related to unsanitary conditions in any programs under the authority of Environmental Public Health. Notifies citizens harboring unsanitary conditions of the possible negative health and legal implications of improperly treated human wastes. Initiates legal proceedings in accordance with Chapters 120, 381 and 386, Florida Statutes as required.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Ability to work in a team to accomplish established goals or assigned duties.
• Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures relating to environmental public health programs.
• Ability to troubleshoot and/or work with IT to resolve technical issues with computer and state issued smartphone.
• Ability to speak with people with various educational backgrounds.
• Ability to write clearly and explain various codes in easily understandable terms.
• Ability to take water samples and use chlorine water test kit.
• Ability to work outside.
• Ability to lift 30 lbs.
• Ability to twist, bend, reach above head.

Qualifications

MINIMUM-

Highschool Diploma or GED

Willing to work outside in the elements

Valid Florida Driver License

Lift a minimum of 30lbs

Preferred-

BS in physical science

Experience with the Environmental Health Database

Experience with water sampling

Experience working in a regulatory setting

Mission

Florida Department of Health Mission, Vision, and Values:

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

Inovation: We search for creative solutions and manage resources wisely.

Collaboration: We use teamwork to achieve common goals & solve problems.

Accountability: We perform with integrity & respect.

Responsiveness: We achieve our mission by serving our customers & engaging our partners.

Excellence: We promote quality outcomes through learning & continuous performance improvement.

Where You Will Work

MARION COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT

1801 SE 32ND AVE OCALA FLORIDA 34471

Benefits

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:

• 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.

All Florida Department of Health positions require the incumbent to be able to learn and communicate effectively, orally and in writing, in English. Applicants who do not meet this requirement will not be considered.

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 reflect our appreciation for the dedication devoted to protecting our country.

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 clicking here . All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.