ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II - 64043340

Requisition No: 845480 

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II - 64043340

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 64043340 

Salary:  $42,368.60 - $46,605.45 

Posting Closing Date: 01/31/2025 

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DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH - HILLSBOROUGH

DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL PUBLIC HEALTH

Environmental Specialist II

1105 E. Kennedy Blvd., TAMPA, FL 33602

 

Thank you for your interest in career opportunities with the Florida Department of Health in Hillsborough 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.

 

Join an amazing company culture that values employee growth and development at the Florida Department of Health. Professional development is highly encouraged and supported within our organization through opportunities for mentorships and educational and skills training.  From the moment you are hired, you can begin to grow as a professional and a leader, through strategic planning, internal committees, and project engagement.  There are also many opportunities for continuing education at no cost to the employee.  If you are looking to further your education through a college degree, the Florida Department of Health can help with our tuition reimbursement program.  We offer an inspiring and encouraging atmosphere to support you while you work with us. 

 

The Florida Department of Health (DOH) is responsible for the health and safety of all citizens and visitors to the state. As a public health agency, the Florida Department of Health must monitor the health status of Floridians, diagnose, and investigate health problems, and mobilize local communities to address health-related issues. The Florida Department of Health develops policies and plans that support health goals, enforce laws and regulations that protect the health of all residents and visitors, and link people to needed health care services. The Florida Department of Health also provides specialized assistance to pregnant women, infants, and children with special health care needs, regulates health care practitioners, and provides medical disability determinations.

 

Title of Position:  Environmental Specialist II

This position will be responsible for conducting inspections in multiple Community Environmental Health programs throughout Hillsborough County, preparing and submitting inspection reports in accordance with Florida Administrative Code and Statute. Responsible for investigation of Recreational Water Illness reports. Responsible for conducting complaint investigations as required.  Initiates and documents enforcement actions.

 

Your Specific Responsibilities:

•    Inspecting assigned facilities in multiple program areas, including:  Biomedical Waste, Food Hygiene, Group Care, Limited Use Water Systems, Migrant Labor, Mobile Home Parks, Public Swimming Pools, Tanning, and Tattoos.
• Investigating Recreational Water Illnesses at permitted facilities.
•  Completing inspection report on laptop computer, obtaining client signature on report, and transmitting report to client.Completing reinspections when required to verify that violations have been appropriately remediated.
• Act as Environmental Health Point of Contact for intern and volunteer applicants.
• Act as training liaison for Community Environmental Health staff.

 

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: