Environmental Specialist II - 64082444

DGS Office of External Affairs; Miami Gardens (FL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The Florida Department of Health seeks an Environmental Specialist II in Miami Gardens to conduct sanitary and safety inspections of biomedical waste facilities, body piercing and tattooing establishments, and tanning facilities to ensure compliance with state regulations.

The role involves site inspections, complaint investigations, enforcement actions, and training on environmental health requirements for regulated facilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a physical or natural science from an accredited college or university.
• Knowledge of environmental health principles and natural or physical sciences.
• Skill in data collection, record-keeping, and technical analysis.
• Ability to understand and apply environmental health regulations and enforcement procedures.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Site inspections of biomedical waste facilities, body piercing and tattooing establishments, and tanning facilities.
• Complaint investigations and enforcement actions.
• Training on environmental health requirements for regulated facilities.

Education

Bachelor's degree in physical or natural science

Job description

Environmental Specialist II with the Florida Department of Health conducts sanitary and safety inspections of biomedical waste facilities, body piercing and tattooing establishments, and tanning facilities to ensure compliance with state regulations. The role involves site inspections, complaint investigations, enforcement actions, and training on environmental health requirements. The position is based in Miami Gardens, Florida.

Key qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a physical or natural science from an accredited college or university
• Valid driver's license and access to a private automobile
• Knowledge of environmental health principles and natural or physical sciences
• Skill in data collection, record-keeping, and technical analysis
• Ability to understand and apply environmental health regulations and enforcement procedures
• Effective oral and written communication skills