Ops Environmental Specialist

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Date:
Sep 16, 2026

Requisition No:883782

Agency:
Department of Health

Working Title:

OPS ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST I -

The Florida Department of Health in St. Johns County (FDOH-St. Johns) is part of a statewide public health system.

Our Mission – To protect, promote and improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county, and community efforts.

Our Vision – To be the Healthiest State in the Nation.

Our Values – Innovation, Collaboration, Accountability, Responsiveness, Excellence (ICARE)

This is a responsible environmental health position that conducts activities for programs in the

Environmental Public Health (EPH) department based on state and local codes.

This position is primarily responsible for activities related to the Biomedical Waste (BMW) Program. These activites include but are not limited to:

• Conducting inspections (intiial, routine, and follow-up)
• Reviewing and/or investigating complaints related to BMW establishments
• Completing follow-up for any complaints or investigations
• Working with supervisor on plan reviews as necessary

This position is responsible for activities related to the Tattooing Program. These activites include but are not limited to:

• Conducting inspections (intiial, routine, and follow-up)
• Reviewing and/or investigating complaints related to tattoo establishments
• Completing follow-up for any complaints or investigations

This position is primarily responsible for activities related to the Tanning Facilities Program. These activites include but are not limited to:

• Conducting inspections (intiial, routine, and follow-up)
• Reviewing and/or investigating complaints related to tanning establishments
• Completing follow-up for any complaints or investigations
• Working with supervisor on plan reviews as necessary

Completes data entry as necessary, maintains records and files of inspections, investigations, and reports in an organized and professional manner utilizing Environmental Health Database, and/or other automated programs

Performs other duties as assigned.

• Knowledge of basic mathematics
• Knowledge of general office proceedings
• Skilled in basic computer usage
• Skilled in time management
• Skilled in organizing work
• Ability to bend, stoop, lift 50 pounds
• Ability to operate technical equipment
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to work outdoors in all conditions

Licensure/registration/certification requirements (If applicable, list the appropriate Florida Statute or federal regulation cite):
Valid Florida Driver’s license.

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.

Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. As an OPS employee, the benefits below are available:

• State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan (mandatory)
• Participation in state group insurance (upon meeting eligibility requirements. Consult with People First and/or the serving HR office)
• Workers’ Compensation (mandatory, if needed)
• Reemployment Assistance (Unemployment…