Environmental Specialist III Internal Agency

Environmental Specialist III with the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, Division of Food Safety, conducts regulatory inspections of food establishments for compliance with sanitation, consumer protection, and regulatory requirements under Florida Statutes. The position uses science-based knowledge and risk-based approaches to evaluate food processing, safety practices, and facilities across multiple central Florida counties. The role includes preparing inspection reports, initiating corrective actions, investigating complaints, and coordinating with federal and state agencies.

• High school diploma or equivalent plus 2 years experience in environmental protection, regulation, health, natural sciences, or engineering
• Alternatively:
  High school diploma and 1.5 years as Environmental Specialist I or higher with State of Florida
• Alternatively:
  Bachelor's degree or higher from accredited college and 6 months relevant experience
• Valid driver license required
• Must pass and maintain food establishment inspection certification within 12 months
• Must reside in specified area (Alachua, Citrus, Hernando, Hillsborough, Lake, Marion, Orange, Pasco, Putnam, Seminole, Sumter, or Volusia County)