This is professional work involving the prevention of environmental illness and injury in environmental regulated facilities. This also involves the prevention of and investigation concerning environmentally related disease and safety in the regulated facilities. The incumbent in this position is responsible for conducting inspections in various program areas, acting independently with minimal supervision and assuming leadership for special projects. Inspects and re-inspects, as necessary, regulated facilities for environmental sanitation and safety as set forth in Florida Administrative Code 64E Series, Chapter 381 and 386 of the Florida Statutes, and FDA Food Code 2013 as required by E.H. Manual 150-4. The incumbent must be certified as an Environmental Health Professional (CEHP) in the area of food protection within 6 months of hire.
Conduct compliance inspections in facilities including, but not limited to schools, theaters, bars, residential facilities, afterschool meals, detention centers, and mobile home parks as assigned by supervisor. Take environmental samples including water and food as applicable when required or scheduled for quality control or investigation. Inspects new construction or remodeling operations to ensure compliance with plan review requirements. Re-inspect regulated facilities with unsatisfactory inspection on date specified on the inspection report or place note of explanation on file. Coordinates duties to ensure timely response, accuracy and proper documentation of facility details and inspection requests to assure accurate recording and reporting in the Environmental Health Database. Provides a review of office and field activities and the required supporting documentation.
Investigates disease outbreaks and environmental sanitation nuisance complaints. Investigates sanitary nuisances endangering public health and safety within 2 days of assignment and follows up with facility until abated. Advises individuals and organizations concerning environmental health safety. Responds to service requests within 30 days of assignment. Confers with and educates the public, builders, owners, public officials and civic groups concerning disease control, sanitation and health regulations.
Initiates and participates in legal actions to obtain compliance when violations are noted and are not corrected or when conditions require immediate closing of facilities to protect health, safety and the welfare of patrons. Issues stop sale and enforcement notices on unwholesome or unsafe products or facilities as required. Coordinates activities with federal, state and municipal environmental safety and health agencies, as needed. Conducts joint investigations with other local regulatory agencies, as required.
Assists in the training of new employees, as necessary. Represents the Division and coordinates activities with other agencies for events requiring inter-agency response. Conduct plan reviews for new facilities as needed.
Participates in the execution of the overall department’s strategic plan, and the strategic plan for Environmental Health. This includes, but is not limited to, client satisfaction, data collection and analysis, seminar and training attendance, process management, employee satisfaction.
Performs other related work as required.
Knowledge, Skill and Abilities:
- Knowledge of basic principles of environmental health or one of the natural or physical science, like biology, environmental studies, chemistry, including knowledge of scientific terminology and technology.
- Skill in methods of data collection including the ability to collect, record, and analyze technical data relating to environmental health.
- Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policy and procedure related to environmental health, including enforcing regulation.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with community leaders and others in a stressful environment while providing total quality environmental health services.
- Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing.
- Ability to use technology such as computer software and cell phones.
Other Job-related requirements for this position:
You have to possess a valid driver's license.
Incumbent may be required to work before, during and/or beyond normal work hours or days in the event of an emergency. Emergency duty required of the incumbent includes working in special needs or Red Cross shelters, or performing other emergency duties including, but not limited to, responses to or threats involving any disaster or threat of disaster, man-made or natural.
Work Schedule:
Monday – Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm (Staff assignment of duty station, work hours and workdays may vary based on agency/unit needs). This position requires extensive walking, bending, and working in hot weather, and lifting and carrying equipment and supplies while performing work duties. Would you be willing to work under these conditions. Location: This position requires travel throughout Miami-Dade County. You must have access to a private automobile to travel while performing work related assignments (State reimbursement is 44.5 cents per mile for work-related travel).Your take home pay can be significantly influenced by your insurance premiums. Compare your current premium with the State of Florida employee premiums. Monthly employee premium for the standard PPO/HMOSingle coverage is $50Family coverage is $180 Monthly employee premium for the High Deductible Health Plan PPO/HMOSingle coverage is $15Family coverage is $64.30
WHAT IS OPS EMPLOYMENT?
Other Personal Services (OPS) employment is a temporary employer/employee relationship used solely for accomplishing short term or intermittent tasks. OPS are at-will employees and are subject to actions such as pay changes, changes to work assignment and terminations at the recommendation of the employer.
WHAT BENEFITS ARE APPLICABLE TO OPS EMPLOYEES? (If applicable)
- State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan- Mandatory
- Workers’ Compensation- Mandatory
- Reemployment Assistance (Unemployment Compensation)- Mandatory
- Participation in state group insurance (upon meeting eligibility requirements. Consult with People First and/or the serving HR office)
- Deferred Compensation- Voluntary
- Employee Assistance Program- Voluntary
WHAT BENEFITS ARE NOT APPLICABLE TO OPS EMPLOYEES?
- Any form of paid leave
- Paid holidays
- Participation in the Florida Retirement System
- Reinstatement rights or retention rights
Company's website:
- https://peoplefirst.myflorida.com/peoplefirst
COVID-19 Precaution(s):
- Remote interview process
- Personal protective equipment provided or required
- Temperature screenings
- Social distancing guidelines in place
- Virtual meetings
Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $23.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Application Question(s):
- This position requires extensive walking, bending, and working in hot weather, and lifting and carrying equipment and supplies while performing work duties.
- In the event of an emergency, this office may be required to perform emergency operations functions. Are you willing to work before, during and/or beyond your normal work hours or days in a special needs shelter, Red Cross shelter, Emergency Operations Command Center, or to perform other emergency duties including, but not limited to, responses to or threats involving any disaster or threat of disaster, man-made or natural?
- Bachelor’s degree in a physical or natural science from an accredited college or university with no less than 30 semester hours or 40 quarter hours of major course work in physical or natural sciences? (Transcript will be required)
Education:
Experience:
- conducting field inspections: 1 year (Preferred)
- working with the public in code compliance: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Florida Driver's License and private vehicle (Required)
Work Location: In person