ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II

Requisition No: 885632


Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II - 64027271

Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 64027271


Salary: $48,001.90


Posting Closing Date: 10/20/2026


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Location: Naples

INTERNAL AGENCY OPPORTUNITY

Applicants accepted only from Florida Department of Health employees, (includes OPS, Career Service, SES or SMS employees). Applicants will not be accepted from outside of the department.

Your Specific Responsibilities:

This is a field professional position in Environmental Public Health (EPH), responsible for conducting regulatory inspections across multiple EPH programs. The employee in this position is required to work independently and manage their time to meet established deadlines and is responsible for performing the following tasks per Florida rules and regulations and Department of Health policies and procedures. Contributes to the organization's culture of performance excellence by actively seeking to improve personal and organizational performance through measurement, analysis, knowledge management, process improvements, and participation in performance management committees, councils, and/or workgroups. Continuously demonstrates the Department's ICARE values. This employee works under the supervision of the Environmental Administrator. Certain immunizations and TB testing may be required.

Conducts field inspections in assigned EPH program components, ensuring and maintaining compliance on a prescribed schedule following Florida Statutes, Florida Administrative Codes, the Environmental Health program manual, internal policies, and standard operating procedures.

Assists with plan review activities and conducts pre-opening inspections of new or existing establishments in the food hygiene program. Provides support to program supervisors and coordinators by working with existing and potential account holders, providing clear and concise oral or written information regarding the results of investigations or inspections to achieve compliance with Florida laws and regulations. This includes appropriate interaction, consultation, and education with customers.

Responds to public health nuisance complaint investigations and performs inspection procedures in assigned programs within two (2) working days after receipt. Completes and tracks compliance enforcement activities originating from nuisance complaints in cooperation with program supervisors and coordinators. Assists with foodborne illness complaints and conducts foodborne illness investigation tasks, including completion of Environmental Health Assessment Reports. Collects and documents relevant data and gathers evidence, including water, food, and/or other samples, in accordance with applicable rules and regulations. Participates in informal and formal hearings and assists with other legal actions necessary to secure compliance with EPH rules and regulations.

Maintains records of all inspections and site visits performed by entering them into the designated Environmental Public Health database and local county systems. Submits all completed inspection reports to the program supervisor for review and records hours worked and services performed into the Health Management System per Department of Health policies and the EPH coding pamphlet.

Provides training and education in assigned EPH programs to clients, the general public, and community partners through formal and informal methods, including presentations, outreach activities, email communication, phone calls, and in-person instruction.

Performs other related duties as required, including evening or weekend work, and participates in approved training, staff meetings, and inspections in other programs as needed.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of Florida Administrative Codes, Florida Statutes, and standards related to the duties of the position.
• Knowledge of food hygiene establishment equipment and operational functionality.
• Skill in the use of food hygiene tools and other equipment used in EPH field programs.
• Ability to interpret floor plans and apply technical standards for food hygiene plan review tasks.
• Ability to perform field work, write reports, and prepare legal notices when necessary.
• Ability to prepare and present complex information to clients, the general public, and community partners.
• Ability to communicate effectively and establish and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers and customers.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team to prioritize workload and meet established deadlines.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Certified Environmental Health Professional in Food Hygiene is required per Florida Statutes and Chapter 64E-18, FAC. Certification must be obtained within six months of hire and maintained through recertification every two years.
• Bachelor's degree from a U.S. accredited college or university with a minimum of 30 credit hours in a related science field (Environmental Health, Environmental Science, or a Physical or Biological Science).
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and move freely around construction sites and undeveloped property in high heat and humid conditions.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Incumbent may be required to work before, during, and/or beyond regular work hours or days during emergencies. Emergency duty may include staffing special needs or Red Cross shelters, or performing other duties related to disaster response or recovery.
• May be required to work flexible hours as needed to meet program and departmental needs.

Florida Department of Health Mission, Vision, and Values:

Mission:

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

Vision:

To be the Healthiest State in the Nation.

Values:

I nnovation: We search for creative solutions and manage resources wisely.

C ollaboration: We use teamwork to achieve common goals & solve problems.

A ccountability: We perform with integrity & respect.

R esponsiveness: We achieve our mission by serving our customers & engaging our partners.

E xcellence: We promote quality outcomes through learning & continuous performance improvement.

Where You Will Work:

Naples, Florida

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:

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

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• Flexible Spending Accounts;
• Tuition waivers;
• And more!

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Please be advised:

Your responses to qualifying questions for this position must be verifiable by documentation provided through the electronic application process.


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. For more information, please visit the SSS website:


If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement.


The successful candidate will be required to complete the Form I-9 and that information will be verified using the E-Verify system. E-Verify is operated by the Department of Homeland Security in partnership with the Social Security Administration to verify employment eligibility.


Incumbents may be required to perform emergency duty before, during, and/or beyond normal work hours or days.

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 View phone number on click.appcast.io). 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.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center View phone number on click.appcast.io). 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.

VETERANS' PREFERENCE. 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. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans' Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans' Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.


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