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    ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH SPECIALIST

    Date:
    Apr 24, 2024


    Location:
    TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32301 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32303 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32317 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32310 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32308 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32312 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32399 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32309 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32305 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32311 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32316 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32302 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32304

    The State Personnel System is an E-Verify employer. For more information click on our E-Verify Website \_operations/human\_resource\_management/for\_job\_applicants/e\_verify) .


    Requisition No:

    Agency:
    Department of Health


    Working Title:

    ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH SPECIALIST

    Pay Plan:
    Career Service


    Position Number:

    Salary:
    $34,725.60

    Posting Closing
    Date:
    06/10/2024

    Total Compensation Estimator Tool )


    Job Title:

    ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH SPECIALIST

    OPEN AGENCY OPPORTUNITY

    Your Specific Responsibilities:
    This position is allocated to the Environmental Health Program of the Leon County Health Department.

    The incumbent in this regulatory position is responsible for the compliance of Rabies Surveillance, residential facilities, mobile home/RV park, public swimming pools and bathing places, public and private schools, and Biomedical Waste facilities with the appropriate Florida Statutes, Florida Administrative Code requirements and the Leon County Ordinance relating to sanitary practices.

    Conducts routine inspections for residential facilities, mobile home/RV park, public swimming pools and bathing places, private/public schools, and Biomedical Waste facilities in an assigned area of Leon County in compliance with the appropriate Florida Statutes, Administrative Codes, Department policy and Leon County Ordinances.

    Conducting all re-inspections within the assigned timeframe and documenting necessary changes to the scheduled time.

    Responsible for Rabies Surveillance Program. Conducts initial and follow-up investigations for all reported animal bite cases. Investigates possible exposure cases, prepares specimens for laboratory examination and performs follow-up of quarantine. Prepares reports and/or provides data regarding program services and activities as needed. Completes all required paperwork. Establishes quarantine requirements for bite animals in compliance with the current Rabies Prevention and Control in Florida Guidebook. Conducts necessary site investigations to ensure compliance.

    Completes quarantine agreement documents with animal's owner and conducts site visit to evaluate animal's health at the time of release from quarantine.

    Coordinates with appropriate Animal Control agency to locate, capture and confine bite animals as necessary. Ensures patient confidentiality in compliance with HIPPA standards.

    Maintain confidentiality of medical information, records, and data pursuant to County policies and procedures and the State of Florida and Federal HIPAA regulations.

    Provide health educational resources for schools, community groups, and public and other organizations on communicable diseases.

    Design and participate in outreach activities in settings of epidemiological significance, such as health fairs, community events, schools, or other identified events as needed.

    Work closely with other agencies, health care providers and hospitals to assist with assurance of appropriate care and management of patients affected by potential foodborne illnesses.

    Participate in local, regional or state public health meetings or with other local partners meetings as required.

    Investigates programmatic and assigned sanitary nuisance complaints in all areas of environmental health. Collects evidence, prepares legal notices, and initiates appropriate enforcement action when warranted.

    Initiates enforcement actions by drafting non-compliance letters, warning letters, and assists with other enforcement actions to gain compliance within a prescribed time frame.

    Prepares documentation such as letters, pictures, and reports for submission to EH Supervisor.

    Regularly responsible for reviewing applications for licensure and/or sanitation certificates, making recommendations to the supervisor or director as to the status of licensure and/or certification for all the above establishments.

    Regularly assists the director or supervisor in providing educational guidance in all areas of environmental health listed above to owner/operators, workers, and the general public in order to minimize the potential for environment health hazards, other health and safety factors in Leon County establishments.

    Provides emergency relief coverage in the septic program in extenuating circumstances or as needed.

    Assist with other duties and assignments as requested by the supervisor or director.


    Qualifications:
    Minimum - Associates (A.A.) degree from an accredited institution necessary to be successful in the position. Applicable work experience may be substituted.

    Preferred - Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution that, while not required, are good to have for those serving in the position and may lead to a higher level of success in the position.

    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:

    435 N. Macomb Street

    Tallahassee, Florida 32301

    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

    (For more information, please click );

    Flexible Spending Accounts; Tuition waivers; And more

    For a more complete list of benefits, including monthly costs, visit


    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 safetysensitive 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

    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 , 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.


    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 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 , 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 ) . All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.


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    Tallahassee


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