Environmental Specialist II - 64002408

DGS Office of External Affairs; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Environmental Specialist II at the Florida Department of Health, Palm Beach County Health Department, based in West Palm Beach, conducts inspections, reviews permit applications, investigates complaints, and enforces biomedical and hazardous waste regulations.

The role requires independent judgment, applying scientific knowledge to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local environmental rules. Field work and coordination with local agencies are included.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in physical/natural sciences, engineering, or planning.
• Knowledge of environmental science principles, data collection, analysis, and technical report preparation.
• Ability to understand and apply environmental rules, regulations, and Florida Statutes.
• Ability to work independently and communicate effectively with the public.
• Valid Florida Driver's License and willingness to use personal protective equipment in field inspections.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections of waste facilities to ensure compliance.
• Review permit applications and assess regulatory requirements.
• Investigate complaints and enforce environmental regulations.
• Apply independent judgment and scientific knowledge in fieldwork.
• Maintain databases and coordinate with local agencies.

Education

Bachelor's degree in physical or natural sciences, engineering, or planning; or Master's/Doctorate in related field

Job description

Environmental Specialist II position with the Florida Department of Health, Palm Beach County Health Department, responsible for conducting inspections, reviewing permit applications, investigating complaints, and enforcing regulations in biomedical and hazardous waste programs. The role requires independent judgment and applies scientific knowledge to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local environmental regulations. Based in West Palm Beach, the position involves field work inspecting waste facilities, reviewing applications, maintaining databases, and coordinating with local agencies.

Key qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in physical or natural sciences, engineering, or planning; or Master's/Doctorate in related field
• Knowledge of environmental science principles, data collection, analysis, and technical report preparation
• Ability to understand and apply environmental rules, regulations, and Florida Statutes
• Ability to work independently and communicate effectively with the public
• Valid Florida Driver's License and willingness to use personal protective equipment in field inspections
• Ability to use personal computers and environmental health database systems