ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II - 64033819

State-of-Florida; Saint Augustine (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The Florida Department of Health in St. Johns County seeks an Environmental Specialist II to inspect food service and group care facilities, investigate complaints, and ensure compliance with state and local codes.

This position involves field work and data entry, with routine travel; incumbents may respond to emergencies and must complete required program certifications within set timelines. Join a statewide public health system dedicated to protecting the health of all residents, with a strong

Qualifications

• Knowledge of basic mathematics and data handling.
• Ability to use general office procedures and software.
• Proficiency in time management and organizing work.
• Ability to bend, lift up to 50 pounds and work outdoors.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections for food establishments and follow-up activities.
• Review and investigate complaints related to food safety and sanitation and group care facilities.
• Complete investigations and maintain documentation of findings.
• Perform data entry and maintain records in Environmental Health databases; travel as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Time management

Communication skills

Mathematics basics

Computer literacy

Organizational skills

Public health knowledge

Site & floor plan review

Outdoor work

Physical stamina

Equipment operation

Job description

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Requisition No:883775

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II - 64033819

The Florida Department of Health in St. Johns County (FDOH-SJC) is part of a statewide public health system.

Our Mission

To protect, promote and improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county, and community efforts.

Our Vision

To be the Healthiest State in the Nation.

Our Values

Innovation, Collaboration, Accountability, Responsiveness, Excellence (ICARE)

This is a responsible environmental public health position that conducts activities for programs in the

Environmental Public Health (EPH) department based on state and local codes.

This position is primarily responsible for activities related to the Food Safety and Sanitation Program. These activites include but are not limited to:

• Conducting inspections (intiial, routine, and follow-up)
• Reviewing and/or investigating complaints related to food establishments and foodborne illness concerns
• Completing follow-up for any complaints or investigations

This position is responsible for activities related to the Group Care Program. These activities include but are not limited to:

• Conducting inspections (initial, routine, and follow-up)
• Reviewing and/or investigating complaints related to group care facilities
• Completing follow-up for any complaints or investigations

Provides back up coverage for activities related to the Biomedical Waste, Tattoo, Tanning, Body Piercing and Migrant Labor Housing programs. These activities include but are not limited to:

• Conducting inspections (initial, routine, and follow-up)
• Reviewing and/or investigating complaints related to the above programs
• Completing follow-up for any complaints or investigations

Completes data entry as necessary, maintains records and files of inspections, investigations, and reports in an organized and professional manner utilizing Environmental Health Database, and/or other automated programs. Performs travel in conjunction with the above duties.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, skills, and abilities, including utilization of equipment, required for the position

• Knowledge of basic mathematics
• Knowledge of general office proceedings
• Skilled in basic computer usage
• Skilled in time management
• Skilled in organizing work
• Ability to bend, stoop, lift 50 pounds
• Ability to operate technical equipment
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to review site and floor plans
• Ability to work outdoors in all conditions

Qualifications

Licensure/registration/certification requirements (If applicable, list the appropriate Florida Statute or federal regulation cite): Valid Florida Driver’s license, Food Safety and Sanitation Program certification within six months of employment, Body Piercing standardization within 12 months of employment.

Other job-related requirements for this position

Incumbent may be required to work before, during and/or beyond normal work hours or days in the event of an emergency. Emergency duty required of the incumbent includes working in special needs or Red Cross shelters, or performing other emergency duties including, but not limited to, responses to or threats involving any disaster or threat of disaster, man-made or natural.

Working hours: (A) Daily from 8:00 to5:00 (B) Total hours in workweek 40 (C) Explain any variation in work (split shift, rotation, etc.) This position requires daily in-office or field work.

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

Innovation: 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

ST. Johns County Health Department

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

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 on 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 reflects 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.

For assistance, call the People First Service Center at [phone] Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Eastern time. Pursuant to Florida Law, 110.211 F. S., the State of Florida is an EEO employer.