Ops Environmental Specialist

OPS ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST I -

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Requisition No:867134

Agency:
Department of Health

Working Title:

OPS ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST I -

The Florida Department of Health in St. Johns County (FDOH-SJC) 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.

Conducts inspections, reviews and/or investigations based on state and local code for:

• Public swimming pools
• Bathing places

Completes activities related to water sampling and testing. This includes but is not limited to:

• Special projects
• Drinking water

Conducts inspections, reviews and/or investigations based on state and local code for additional environmental public health programs as requested.

Provides support to the EPH front desk as needed.

Performs other duties as assigned.

• 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 read site and floor plans
• Ability to work outdoors in all conditions

High school diploma. Valid Florida driver’s license

St. Augustine

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)

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.

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 . 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.

For assistance, call the People First Service Center at  Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Eastern time