Under the supervision of Environmental Supervisor II, incumbent is responsible for timely completion of assigned independent professional environmental health work in Community Environmental Health Programs (Food Hygiene, Public Swimming Pools, Mobile Home Park, Schools, Group Care, Biomedical Waste, Tattoo, Tanning, and Limited Use Water programs). Responsibilities include planning and prioritizing all assigned duties and responsibilities to ensure that work is completed at the full expectations of the position within the scope of Florida Department of Health policies, Florida Administrative Codes, and Florida Statutes. Inspect facilities, monitor operations, collect samples, and/or perform field evaluations to determine compliance with regulatory requirements. Respond to requests for permitting; notify parties of program requirements; provide applications and other necessary documents to applicants; issue permits; and keep database updated. Investigate complaints. Complaints may include, but are not limited to, sanitary nuisance reports of mosquitoes in abandoned swimming pools, allegations of unsatisfactory drinking water, reports of failing septic systems, unsanitary facilities, improperly built or failing potable water wells or water distribution systems, sewage being discharged onto the ground or to surface water bodies, unlicensed or unpermitted activities, etc. Chapter 386, Part I, Florida Statutes (FS), further defines sanitary nuisance and provides a list of conditions that constitute prima facie evidence of sanitary nuisance. May assist in other program areas if required. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of the terminology, principles and analytical techniques of the physical or natural sciences. Knowledge of public health principles. Knowledge of data collection and analysis principles and procedures. Skills in providing excellent customer service. Ability to collect, evaluate, analyze and interpret scientific or technical data. Ability to prepare technical reports. Ability to use personal computers. Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures relating to environmental programs. Ability to deal with the public in a tactful and courteous manner. Ability to work independently. Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments, and effectively manage time. Ability to communicate effectively. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Ability to utilize problem-solving techniques. Qualifications: Minimum: Must have graduated from an accredited 4-year college or university with a bachelor’s degree and major coursework in public health, environmental science, environmental health, or a physical or biological science. Major course work must have at least 30 semester hours or 40 quarter hours of coursework in science. (A copy of transcripts is required PRIOR to or at the time of interview.) Please note: In Florida, anyone working in the primary program areas of Food Protection must become certified as a Certified Environmental Health Professional (CEHP) in those programs respectively, per section 381.0101, Florida Statutes and Chapter 64 E-18, Florida Administrative Code. Must have a valid Florida driver’s license. Must have transportation available to perform inspections throughout Hillsborough County. Must be able to lift fiberglass, plastic, or metal equipment lids up to 30 pounds. Must be able to climb up and down narrow and steep steps or ladder to enter below grade equipment rooms. Preferred: Minimum one year of experience independently conducting public health inspections (for example, drinking water, swimming pools, mobile home parks, food hygiene, and/or onsite sewage treatment disposal services). Minimum one year of experience working for a public health agency within the past 5 years. Certified to perform food inspections in the State of Florida as a Certified Environmental Health Professional or certified as a Registered Sanitarian or Registered Environmental Health Specialist. Florida Department of Health Mission, Vision, and Values: 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: Innovation: We search for creative solutions and manage resources wisely. Collaboration: We use teamwork to achieve common goals & solve problems. Accountability: We perform with integrity & respect. Responsiveness: We achieve our mission by serving our customers & engaging our partners. Excellence: We promote quality outcomes through learning & continuous performance improvement. Where You Will Work: 1105 E. Kennedy Blvd, Tampa, FL33602 The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida: Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State’s total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including: Annual and Sick Leave benefits; Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year; State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options; Retirement plan options, including employer contributions (For more information, please click Flexible Spending Accounts; Tuition waivers; And more! For a more complete list of benefits, including monthly costs, visit For a State of Florida Total Compensation Estimator visit State of Florida Total Compensation Estimator (myflorida.com) Please be advised: Your responses to qualifying questions for this position must be verifiable by documentation provided through the electronic application process. This position requires a security background check and/or drug screening and participation in direct deposit. Any misrepresentations or omissions will disqualify you from employment consideration. Note: You will be required to provide your Social Security Number (SSN) in order to conduct this background check. Successful completion of a drug test is a condition of employment for safety-sensitive positions. Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they are registered with the Selective Services System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS. For more information, please visit the SSS website: If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended, or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement. The successful candidate will be required to complete the Form I-9 and that information will be verified using the E-Verify system. E-Verify is operated by the Department of Homeland Security in partnership with the Social Security Administration to verify employment eligibility. Incumbents may be required to perform emergency duty before, during, and/or beyond normal work hours or days. All Florida Department of Health positions require the incumbent to be able to learn and communicate effectively, orally and in writing, in English. Applicants who do not meet this requirement will not be considered.