Environmental Specialist III - 64063813 1

Other; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida Department of Health in Hillsborough County is seeking an Environmental Specialist III to develop and implement community environmental health programs and to conduct field inspections across various facilities, including food establishments, biomedical waste sites, and swimming pools. The role requires expertise in environmental public health and the ability to work with minimal supervision.

The position reports to the Environmental Manager and expects extensive knowledge of

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with major coursework in environmental health, environmental science, or physical/biological science.
• Certified to perform food inspections in Florida.
• Knowledge of public health principles and environmental program regulations.
• Ability to collect, analyze, and interpret scientific/technical data.
• Experience managing multiple environmental public health program areas.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Develops and implements community environmental health programs.
• Conducts field inspections across multiple facilities including food establishments, biomedical waste, and swimming pools.
• Serves as the Certified Food Hygiene Coordinator.

Skills

Problem-solving

Independent worker

Data interpretation

Education

Bachelor's degree in environmental health or related field

Job description

Environmental Specialist III with the Florida Department of Health in Hillsborough County develops and implements community environmental health programs, conducts field inspections across multiple facilities including food establishments, biomedical waste, and swimming pools, and serves as the Certified Food Hygiene Coordinator. This full-time career service position reports to the Environmental Manager and requires extensive expertise in environmental public health with minimal supervision needed.

Key qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree with major coursework in environmental health, environmental science, or physical/biological science
• Certified to perform food inspections in the state of Florida
• Knowledge of public health principles and environmental program regulations
• Ability to collect, analyze, and interpret scientific/technical data
• Experience managing multiple environmental public health program areas
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently