Environmental Specialist II - 64033819

DGS Office of External Affairs; Saint Augustine (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Environmental Specialist II at the Florida Department of Health in St. Johns County conducts environmental public health inspections, plan reviews, and permit issuance for food safety, sanitation, and group care facilities.

The role investigates complaints related to food establishments, foodborne illness, and group care facilities, and provides backup coverage for biomedical waste, tattoo, tanning, and body piercing programs.

Qualifications

• Valid Florida Driver's license and clean driving record.
• Certification in Food Safety and Sanitation within six months of employment.
• Body Piercing standardization achieved within 12 months.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Knowledge of basic mathematics and office procedures.
• Proficiency with computers and effective communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct environmental public health inspections and plan reviews.
• Issue permits for food safety, sanitation, and group care facilities.
• Investigate complaints related to food establishments and foodborne illness.
• Provide backup coverage for biomedical waste, tattoo, tanning, and body piercing programs.
• Maintain records and data entry in environmental health databases and respond to emergencies.

Skills

Valid Florida Driver's license

Food Safety and Sanitation

Body Piercing standardization

Lift 50 pounds outdoors

Mathematics and office procedures

Computer usage and communication

Job description

The Environmental Specialist II at the Florida Department of Health in St. Johns County conducts environmental public health inspections, plan reviews, and permit issuance for food safety, sanitation, and group care facilities. The role investigates complaints related to food establishments, foodborne illness, and group care facilities, and provides backup coverage for biomedical waste, tattoo, tanning, and body piercing programs. The position maintains records and data entry in environmental health databases and may be required to respond to emergencies.

Key qualifications

• Valid Florida Driver's license
• Food Safety and Sanitation Program certification within six months of employment
• Body Piercing standardization within 12 months of employment
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and work outdoors in all conditions
• Knowledge of basic mathematics and general office proceedings
• Skilled in computer usage and effective communication