OPS ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST I - 64909219

Requisition No: 855188 

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: OPS ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST I - 64909219

 Pay Plan: Temp

Position Number: 64909219 

Salary:  $20 per hour 

Posting Closing Date: 07/02/2025 

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**Open Competitive Opportunity**

Thank you for your interest in a career opportunity with the Florida Department of Health in Citrus County.  If you are looking to establish a successful career in Public Health, you have come to the right place.  Many of our innovative and successful health programs are recognized throughout Florida.  We hope you decide to join our team!  Applicants will be contacted directly if selected for an interview.

The incumbent is part of a global public health organization and is expected to support the Florida Department of Health in Citrus County in its mission to protect, promote, and improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county and community efforts. Furthermore, the incumbent is expected to incorporate the agency values of Innovation, Collaboration, Accountability, Responsiveness, and Excellence in all aspects of their work.

- This is an Other Personnel Services (OPS) temporary position-

Your Specific Responsibilities:

Under the general supervision of the Environmental Supervisor, the incumbent, an OPS Environmental Specialist I, will perform work within the Onsite Sewage Program (OSP) in accordance with Florida Statutes (F.S.), Florida Administrative Code (F.A.C) and Environmental Health Program Manual DOHM 150-4 to ensure compliance with applicable state rules, statutes and regulations. This will include, but not limited to:

Reviewing applications received for proposed construction, modification or repair of Onsite Sewage Treatment and Disposal Systems (OSTDS) and issuing, denying or requesting additional information as applicable; performing site evaluations of lots to determine suitability for installation of OSTDS; inspecting the installation of OSTDS for compliance; and investigating sanitary nuisance complaints and issuing notices and implementing orders as appropriate

Consulting with and/or educating both the public and private sector in matters related to environmental public health

Recording daily activities in the Health Management System (HMS)/Daily Activity Report (DAR) and submitting timesheets through People First in a timely manner for supervisor review and approval

Attending and participating in staff meetings, trainings and conferences to further and maintain their knowledge as well as to stay abreast of advances related to the field of environmental public health

Performing other duties as requested by the Environmental Supervisor or Environmental Health Director

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of correct spelling, punctuation and grammar usage

Knowledge of the terminology, principles and analytical techniques of the physical and/or natural sciences

Knowledge of environmental public health programs and standards, F.A.C. and F.S. related to the specific duties of this position

Skill in the use of computer and Microsoft applications such as Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint or other comparable programs

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with team members and clients

Ability to prepare and present information to educate clients, the general public and community partners

Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing

Ability to follow instructions

Ability to prepare technical reports

Ability to make observations, take measurements and perform mathematical functions

Ability to review data for accuracy and completeness

Ability to work efficiently and independently or with minimal supervision

Ability to deal with the public in a tactful and courteous manner

Ability to prioritize individual workload to meet deadlines

Ability to frequently bend, kneel, reach and sit, stand or walk for long periods of time

Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds as needed

Ability to work outdoors in varying extreme weather conditions for extended periods of time

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