Regulatory Environmental Specialist II

State of Florida; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Florida’s Department of Health seeks an Environmental Specialist II for regulatory inspections and enforcement in West Palm Beach. You will conduct inspections of childcare facilities, investigate non-compliance, prepare reports, and coordinate with federal, state, and local agencies.

The role requires independent judgment and knowledge of environmental health regulations, with daily field and office duties in a dynamic health department setting.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of environmental health principles and regulations.
• Ability to collect, evaluate and interpret scientific data.
• Ability to prepare technical reports.
• Familiarity with Florida statutes and enforcement processes.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regulatory inspections of childcare facilities and other regulated sites.
• Investigate complaints and enforce corrective actions.
• Prepare reports and update EH and licensing databases.
• Provide consultation on facility design and operation.
• Coordinate with federal, state, and local agencies.

Skills

Environmental health

Data collection

Technical reporting

Regulatory compliance

Public communication

Independent work

Field inspections

Interviewing/Investigation

Education

Associates degree or higher

Tools

HMS

EH databases

Job description

State of Florida’s Department of Health seeks an Environmental Specialist II for regulatory inspections and enforcement in West Palm Beach. You will conduct inspections of childcare facilities, investigate non-compliance, prepare reports, and coordinate with federal, state, and local agencies.

The role requires independent judgment and knowledge of environmental health regulations, with daily field and office duties in a dynamic health department setting.