ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II - 64006497

State of Florida; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 43,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual and Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Health Insurance options

Retirement plan

Job summary

The State of Florida Department of Health is seeking an Environmental Specialist II to support environmental health programs in Lafayette and Suwannee Counties. This in-office and field position requires knowledge of environmental health practices and certification in Food Hygiene and Onsite Treatment and Disposal Systems.

You will be the primary contact for EH issues and ensure activities meet state standards.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of environmental health practices and program standards.
• Ability to interpret rules and regulations.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally.
• Willingness to work in both field and office settings.
• Must maintain Food Hygiene and Onsite Treatment & Disposal Systems certifications.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary EH contact for Lafayette and Suwannee Counties.
• Ensure program activities align with Environmental Health Program Manual DOH-150-4.
• Maintain required certifications.
• Cover duties for Environmental Manager during absences and lead field work.

Skills

Environmental health

Inspection techniques

Regulatory treatments

Pesticide labeling

Data analysis

Regulations interpretation

Communication

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Field inspections

Tools

Computer literacy

Job description

Requisition No: 886615

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II - 64006497

Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 64006497

Salary: $42,561.57 - $45,000.00 annually

Posting Closing Date: 11/13/2026

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Your Specific Responsibilities

This position is an intermediate level environmental health position in two rural county health departments. The individual that fills this position is expected to have a broad-range knowledge of environmental health and required programmatic activities that must be carried out to conduct a comprehensive program in the county. This individual is expected to have and maintain a certification in Food Hygiene and Onsite Treatment and Disposal Systems from the Florida Department of Health. The incumbent will work under the supervision of the Environmental Manager for Lafayette and Suwannee Counties. This individual will serve as the primary first line contact for environmental health issues in Lafayette and Suwannee Counties with their primary base being at the Suwannee County Health Department. The individual in this position will be responsible for ensuring that all programmatic activities are carried out in a manner consistent with the Environmental Health Program Manual DOH-150-4 and must be familiar with the standards set forth by the state health office for quality assurance. The position is responsible for carrying out environmental health programs consistent with these standards and is accountable for any performance improvement steps that need to be taken because of bureau reviews. Additionally, the individual in this position is responsible for assuming duties for Lafayette and Suwannee Counties in the absence of the Environmental Manager during times of leave or when working in other programs. All field work required to be conducted for environmental health programs is the responsibility of this individual or his/her delegate. Performs temporary assignments as directed by Environmental Manager and Administration.

Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Knowledge of techniques used in inspecting plants or other agricultural products.
• Knowledge of regulatory treatments.
• Knowledge of pesticide labeling restrictions.
• Ability to detect plant pests.
• Ability to compile, organize and analyze data and make recommendations.
• Ability to interpret rules and regulations.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to work in hot and cold temperatures.
• Ability to lift and transport 25-pound objects.
• Ability to conduct inspections in natural and cultivated areas with uneven ground.
• Ability to operate a computer to access and retrieve electronic information.

Qualifications

Minimum:

• Willing to work before, during, and/or beyond normal work hours or days in the event of an emergency. This may include working in a special need or Red Cross shelter, or performing other emergency duties, not limited to, responses to or threats involving any disaster or threat of disaster, man-made or natural.
• This position requires current authorization to work in the United States without employer sponsorship. The Department of Health is unable to provide employment visa sponsorship.
• This is an in-office and field work position.

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

915 NOBLES FERRY RD, LIVE OAK, Fl 32064

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

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• 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.