OPS PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER II - 64858671

My Florida CFO; Northern, Miami Gardens (KY, FL); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternate

Group insurance

Workers’ Compensation

Reemployment Assistance

Job summary

Florida Department of Health seeks an OPS Professional Engineer II to oversee Safe Drinking Water Act and Public Swimming Pool programs. You will review permit applications, inspections, and monthly reports, and maintain records for audits.

The role requires a Bachelor's (or higher) in engineering or related sciences, a Florida PE license, and two years of post-registration experience in water treatment or regulatory functions. A security background check applies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or sciences with master’s in engineering is required.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer in Florida (FE/PE) per Florida Statute 471 is required.
• Two years post-registration engineering experience in water or environmental projects.

Responsibilities

• Review CWS construction permit applications and clearance requests.
• Review staff CWS Compliance Inspection and Sanitary Survey reports.
• Review CWS Monthly Operating Reports and enter data into state database.
• Review Public Swimming Pool & Spa permit applications.
• Maintain meticulous records for audits by Florida DOH and FDEP.

Skills

Engineering data analysis

Technical writing

Regulatory compliance

Communication skills

Independent work

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Master's degree in engineering

Professional Engineer license (Florida)

Job description

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Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: OPS PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER II - 64858671

This is professional work performing engineering duties for the Safe Drinking Water Act program and the Public Swimming Pool program. A working knowledge of the Safe Drinking Water Act program and Public Swimming Pool program with related rules and regulations including Florida Administrative Codes 62-550, 62-555, 62-560 and 64E-9 is necessary to perform required duties. The OPS Professional Engineer IIcomplies withall standards thataccompanythis description andis responsible forthe accuracy, integrity, security and privacy of client, employee, and program information under the direct control of this position.

Review Community Water System (CWS) construction permit applications and clearance requests.

Review staff’s CWS Compliance Inspection and Sanitary Survey reports.

Review CWS Monthly Operating Reports, chemical analysis results and enter data into state database.

Review Public Swimming Pool & Spa permit applications.

Maintain meticulous records for Florida Department of Health and Florida Department of Environmental Protection audits.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

Knowledge of engineering data collection and analysis principles and procedures.

Skilled at writing andmaintainingtechnical engineering documentation.

Ability to process information logically and solve problems.

Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments.

Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.

Ability to accommodate changing situations or plans for satisfactory performance of the job.

Ability to manage responsibilities ina timely, efficient manner and prioritize tasks.

Ability toestablishand maintain effective working relationships with others.

Ability to understand, interpret and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies & procedures.

Ability to work independently or with minimal supervision.

Qualifications :

Minimum-

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in engineering or
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a major in one of the physical or natural sciences, environmental health, or public health,anda master’s degree in engineering from a U.S. accredited college or university.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of Florida in accordance with Florida Statute 471 and two years of post-registration experience.
• Licensed as a Professional Engineer in the areas of civil and/or environmental engineering.

Experience :

• 2 years working as a Professional Engineer in water treatment processes and design, including experience in regulatory compliance pertaining to the Federal and State Safe Drinking Water Acts.
• 2 years in Environmental and/or civil engineering regulatory functions.

Where You Will 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.

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)

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 willbe requiredto provide your Social Security Number (SSN)in order toconduct 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,suspendedordeemedineligible depending upon the date of your retirement.

The successful candidate willbe requiredto complete the Form I-9 and that information will be verified using the E-Verify system. E-Verify isoperatedby the Department of Homeland Security in partnership with the Social Security Administration to verify employment eligibility.

Incumbents maybe requiredto 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/orPeople 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 testingin accordance withSection 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/orexpertise. Through the Department's VALOR program, whichexpediteslicensing 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.

For assistance, call the People First Service Center at [phone] Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Eastern time. Pursuant to Florida Law, 110.211 F. S., the State of Florida is an EEO employer.