Food Safety Inspector & Training Specialist II

Florida; Florida; On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services is seeking an Environmental Specialist II to lead food safety inspections, train district personnel, and ensure compliance with state and federal sanitation standards.

The role involves evaluating processing methods, keeping accurate records, and collaborating with federal partners where applicable. Occasional travel and shift flexibility may be required.

Qualifications

• Minimum requirement is a high school diploma or equivalent with 1 year of experience in environmental protection, regulation, health, or related sciences.
• Alternatively, a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university.
• Requires possession of a valid Class E driver license.

Responsibilities

• Implements the food safety training program and prepares new employees for standardization.
• Conducts district trainings of new personnel using a risk-based inspection methodology.
• Performs inspections of food establishments under FDACS authority for compliance with regulatory and sanitation standards.
• Produces inspection reports and recommended corrective actions.
• Engages in sampling and reviewing food labels and processing controls as part of surveillance and enforcement.

Skills

Environmental Protection

Regulatory Knowledge

Food Safety Training

Inspection Skills

Risk-based Inspection

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree (4 years) from an accredited college or university

Job description

Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services is seeking an Environmental Specialist II to lead food safety inspections, train district personnel, and ensure compliance with state and federal sanitation standards.

The role involves evaluating processing methods, keeping accurate records, and collaborating with federal partners where applicable. Occasional travel and shift flexibility may be required.