ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST I - 64067520

The Florida Department of Health is seeking an Environmental Specialist I to work in the Community Environmental Health Programs. The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting inspections, monitoring operations, and investigating complaints related to environmental health issues. The position requires a bachelor's degree in public health, environmental science, or a related field, and one year of experience in public health inspections. The successful candidate will be required to become certified as a Certified Environmental Health Professional (CEHP) in certain programs. The Florida Department of Health offers a competitive total compensation package, including annual and sick leave benefits, paid holidays, state group insurance coverage, and tuition waivers.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in public health, environmental science, or a related field
• One year of experience in public health inspections
• Certified as a Certified Environmental Health Professional (CEHP) in certain programs
• Valid Florida driver's license
• Ability to lift fiberglass, plastic, or metal equipment lids up to 30 pounds
• Ability to climb up and down narrow and steep steps or ladder to enter below grade equipment rooms

Benefits

• Annual and Sick Leave benefits
• Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year
• State Group Insurance coverage options
• Retirement plan options
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Tuition waivers