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This is a varied and complex position providing environmental information and expertise to laboratories requesting chemical certification required by Florida Statutes. It coordinates information with County Health Departments, the Department of Environmental Protection, the Environmental Protection Agency, and other interested groups.

Work includes grading performance evaluation reports, preparing and mailing statements to laboratories concerning compliance, initiating and following up the certification process by reviewing applications and preparing folders with proper documentation, answering written correspondence and telephone inquiries concerning the water certification rules 10D-41.050 and 10D-41.100, and reviewing quality assurance plans submitted by water testing laboratories.

Additional duties involve maintaining database files, providing informational reports which evaluate laboratory status and recommend corrective action, reviewing correspondence relevant to certification or decertification, participating in extraordinary laboratory assessments, acting as a witness and observer for ELCP, and completing mission‑essential training. Periodic travel will be required as needed. Other duties as required may also be assigned.

• Knowledge of terminology, principles and techniques used in analysis and testing.
• Knowledge of procedures, techniques and equipment used in lab testing and analysis.
• Knowledge of the method of data collection.
• Effective communication skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments.
• Understanding and application of applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.

• Minimum:
  Hold a valid driver’s license.
• Preferred:
  Bachelor’s degree in Natural Sciences or related field with a minimum of 16 hours of Chemistry.

Mission: To protect, promote & improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county & community efforts.

Vision: To be Healthiest State in the Nation.

Values:

• Innovation:
  We search for creative solutions and manage resources wisely.
• Collaboration:
  We use teamwork to achieve common goals & solve problems.
• Accountability:
  We perform with integrity & respect.
• Responsiveness:
  We achieve our mission by serving our customers & engaging our partners.
• Excellence:
  We promote quality outcomes through learning & continuous performance improvement.

Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State’s total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including:

• Annual and Sick Leave benefits.
• Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year.
• State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options.
• Retirement plan options, including employer contributions.

Jacksonville, FL

The position requires a security background check and/or drug screening and participation in direct deposit. Any misrepresentations or omissions will disqualify you from consideration. Successful completion of a drug test is a condition of employment for safety‑sensitive positions and may be required to perform emergency duty.

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.

Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply.

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. The State of Florida is an EEO employer pursuant to Florida Law, 110.211

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