OPS ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST I - 64852778

State of Florida; United States; On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternate

State group insurance

Workers’ Compensation

Unemployment Compensation

Deferred Compensation

Employee Assistance Program

And more!

Job summary

Florida Department of Health in St. Johns County is seeking an OPS Environmental Specialist I to perform inspections, issue permits, and investigate complaints in the Biomedical Waste, Tattooing, and Tanning Programs. The role requires recording findings and coordinating plan reviews with a supervisor.

Daily field or in-office duties are expected, with full-time hours. Candidates must hold a valid Florida Driver’s license and be able to lift up to 50 pounds, work outdoors in various conditions,

Qualifications

• 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 work outdoors in all conditions.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections (initial, routine, and follow-up) for BMW, tattoo, and tanning programs.
• Issue permits for BMW, tattoo, and tanning facilities.
• Review and/or investigate complaints related to BMW, tattoo, and tanning establishments.
• Complete follow-up for any complaints or investigations.
• Complete proper documentation.
• Collaborate with supervisor on plan reviews as necessary.

Skills

Mathematics

Office procedures

Basic computer usage

Time management

Organizing work

Communication

Outdoor work

Physical ability

Education

Florida Driver’s license

Job description

Requisition No: 886251

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: OPS ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST I - 64852778

Pay Plan: Temp

Position Number: 64852778

Salary: $19.00/hour

Posting Closing Date: 11/03/2026

Total Compensation Estimator Tool

Open Competitive

Your Specific Responsibilities:

The Florida Department of Health in St. Johns County (FDOH-St. Johns) 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 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 Biomedical Waste (BMW) Program. These activites include but are not limited to:

• Conducting inspections (intiial, routine, and follow-up)
• Issuing permits
• Reviewing and/or investigating complaints related to BMW establishments
• Completing follow-up for any complaints or investigations
• Completing proper documentation
• Working with supervisor on plan reviews as necessary

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

• Conducting inspections (intiial, routine, and follow-up)
• Issuing permits
• Reviewing and/or investigating complaints related to tattoo establishments
• Completing follow-up for any complaints or investigations
• Completing proper documentation
• Working with supervisor on plan reviews as necessary

This position provides coverage back up for the Tanning Facilities Program. Activites related to this program include but are not limited to:

• Conducting inspections (intiial, routine, and follow-up)
• Issuing permits
• Reviewing and/or investigating complaints related to tanning establishments
• Completing follow-up for any complaints or investigations
• Completing proper documentation
• Working with supervisor on plan reviews as necessary

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 other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• 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 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

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 to 5:00 (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 the Healthiest State in the Nation.

Values:

I nnovation: We search for creative solutions and manage resources wisely.

C ollaboration: We use teamwork to achieve common goals & solve problems.

A ccountability: We perform with integrity & respect.

R esponsiveness: We achieve our mission by serving our customers & engaging our partners.

E xcellence: We promote quality outcomes through learning & continuous performance improvement.

Where You Will Work:

St. Johns County

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:

Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. As an OPS employee, the benefits below are available:

• State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan (mandatory)
• Participation in state group insurance (upon meeting eligibility requirements. Consult with People First and/or the serving HR office)
• Workers’ Compensation (mandatory, if needed)
• Reemployment Assistance (Unemployment Compensation) (mandatory, if needed)
• Deferred Compensation (voluntary)
• Employee Assistance Program (voluntary)
• And more!

For a more complete list of benefits, including monthly costs, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com .

Please be advised:

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 upon 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.