Plant Health & Environmental Inspector II

Florida; Florida City (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services in Florida City is seeking an Environmental Specialist II to conduct inspections, verify compliance, and manage regulatory actions related to native and cultivated flora. This role emphasizes fieldwork, sample collection, and coordinating phytosanitary activities to maintain plant health statewide.

The position requires a high school diploma with related experience or a bachelor’s degree, with additional responsibilities including nursery

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent with 1 year of experience in environmental protection, regulation, or health.
• Or six months as Environmental Specialist I or higher with the State of Florida.
• Or a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site inspections to protect native and cultivated flora and to minimize environmental harm.
• Collect, identify, and submit samples for laboratory confirmation; initiate regulatory actions.
• Enforce compliance with Florida Statutes and department rules; register nurseries and stock dealers as required.
• Maintain nursery inventory by plant categories and ensure plant material meets compliance.
• Perform related duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Environmental protection

Regulatory compliance

Field inspections

Education

Bachelor's degree

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services in Florida City is seeking an Environmental Specialist II to conduct inspections, verify compliance, and manage regulatory actions related to native and cultivated flora. This role emphasizes fieldwork, sample collection, and coordinating phytosanitary activities to maintain plant health statewide.

The position requires a high school diploma with related experience or a bachelor’s degree, with additional responsibilities including nursery