Ops Environmental Health Specialist

OPS ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH SPECIALIST -

Requisition No: 877405

Agency:
Department of Health

Working Title:

OPS ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH SPECIALIST -

• Monitor and conduct routine inspections of migrant labor housing facilities, mobile home, lodging, recreational vehicle parks, recreational camps, and public swimming pools in Hendry and Glades Counties.
• Perform routine compliance inspections according to Chapter 64E-14 (migrant labor housing), Chapter 64E-9 (public swimming pools), and Chapter 64E-15 (mobile home, lodging, recreational vehicle parks, and camps).
• Complete inspection forms accurately and submit copies to owners/management by person, fax, email, or USPS mail; submit reports to supervisor for review.
• Inform owners/management of violations, perform re‑inspections as needed, and implement corrective actions to bring facilities into compliance with relevant regulations (Chapters 64E-8, 64E-9, and 64E-15).
• Conduct required maintenance on assigned equipment and vehicle; participate in in‑service training programs and remain aware of security policy protocols.
• Enter daily activity records and perform any other duties within environmental health as directed by the supervisor.
• Assist with disaster preparedness assignments and other related duties.

• Basic computer skills and proficiency with the Environmental Health Database Program and Mobile App.
• Knowledge of field equipment, including digital camera and other inspection tools.
• Ability to operate a county vehicle and maintain it according to state and county regulations.
• Understanding of environmental principles, practices, and procedures.
• Excellent spelling, punctuation, and grammar usage.
• Skill in using water testing equipment and procedures; skill in using GPS units.
• Ability to operate general office equipment, use telephone, computer, copier, and small hand tools.
• Ability to follow office procedures and handle telephone calls courteously and effectively.
• Effective verbal and written communication; ability to establish and maintain working relationships.
• Ability to interpret and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Prioritization and workload management; ability to identify information in alphabetic and numeric lists.
• Physical ability to bend, kneel, reach, and sit or stand for long periods; work outdoors and with temperature variations; walk long distances.
• Ability to read maps and drive in unincorporated areas of Hendry and Glades Counties.
• Work independently with minimal supervision.

• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Capability to work before, during, and/or beyond normal hours, including emergency duties such as Red Cross shelters or disaster response.
• Eligibility for security background check, drug screening, and participation in direct deposit.

• State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan (mandatory).
• Participation in state group insurance upon meeting eligibility requirements.
• Workers’ Compensation (mandatory).
• Reemployment Assistance (Unemployment Compensation) (mandatory).

Labelle, FL, 33935 (Labelle, FL, 33975)

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 must notify the hiring authority or People First Service Center in advance. The State of Florida supports a drug‑free workplace; all employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with the Florida Drug‑Free Workplace Act.