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MyFlorida ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II - 64006079 in OCALA, Florida
ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II - 64006079
Date: Oct 18, 2024
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Requisition No: 839283
Agency: Department of Health
Working Title: ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II - 64006079
Pay Plan: Career Service
Position Number: 64006079
Salary: $41,561.57 - $45,717.73
Posting Closing Date: 10/24/2024
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OPEN COMPETITIVE
Your Specific Responsibilities:
This position is responsible for inspecting assigned facilities in the food service program, group care facilities, and tanning facilities. The incumbent must be certified in food hygiene by the Florida Department of Health. In addition, must have a good working knowledgebase of interagency agreements between DBPR, DACS, DEP, as well as a good working relationship with DOH field inspectors, state, county and city regulatory agencies. Incumbent is responsible for timely upload of inspection reports, and/or entry of data sets into the currently adopted database per state, county, or department, for each assigned program. In addition, accurate and timely entry of coding for daily work activity in the HMS database. Appropriate dress and reliable transportation shall be provided by the incumbent. Valid driver’s license is required.
Food service facilities will be inspected at the frequency established per statute, regulation, guideline, or policy. Deficiencies are documented explained to the operator and education provided for corrective action by the operator.
Inspects assigned group care accounts and tanning facilities. Responsible for inspections, documents deficiencies for corrective action.
Conducts foodborne illness investigations and interviews. Works with epidemiology department to gather information and input into reporting database.
Daily driving throughout county to complete required inspections
Miscellaneous other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Ability to work in a team to accomplish established goals or assigned duties.
Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures relating to environmental health programs.
Ability to troubleshoot and/or work with IT to resolve technical issues with computer and state issued smartphone.
Ability to speak with people with various educational backgrounds.
Ability to write clearly and explain various codes in easily understandable terms.
Ability to take water samples and use chlorine water test kit.
Ability to work outside.
Ability to lift 30 lbs.
Ability to twist, bend, reach above head.
Qualifications:
Minimum -
Bachelor Degree in Physical Science
Certified Environmental Health Professional in Food Hygiene
Preferred -
Familiar with Environmental Health Database Mobile Application
Performed food inspections within the last year.
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:
Marion County Health Department
1801 SE 32nd Ave Ocala Florida 34471
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!
For a more complete list of benefits, including monthly costs, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com .
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: http://www.sss.gov
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.
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.
The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
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 (1-866-663-4735). 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 clickinghere (http://www.dms.myflorida.com/content/download/97612/566545) . All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.
Location:
OCALA, FL, US, 34471
Nearest Major Market:Ocala