OPS ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST I

OPS ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST I - 64858273

Date: Mar 3, 2026

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Requisition No: 862746

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: OPS ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST I - 64858273

Pay Plan: Temp

Position Number: 64858273

Salary: $21.00 / hourly

Posting Closing Date: 03/09/2026

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Your Specific Responsibilities:

This position involves professional Environmental Health work, independently conducting inspections of regulated facilities and entities for compliance with Florida Statutes, Florida Administrative Code and Sarasota County Code requirements in environmental health programs within Sarasota County in accordance with department policies and Environmental Health Program Manual 150-4. This is an Environmental Specialist I OPS position requiring work in the pools and beaches Environmental Public Health programs including (but not limited to) public swimming pools and natural bathing areas; mobile home parks safety and sanitation, migrant labor camps; sanitary/environmental nuisance complaints. The position is based in the South County Environmental Public Health office in Venice and will primarily serve the southern half of Sarasota County; however, travel to the North County Environmental Public Health office (located in Sarasota) will be required as needed depending on workload. Use of personal vehicle will at times be required (with mileage reimbursed per Florida Statute Chapter 112.061.) Assigned duties will include a majority of work outdoors conducting inspections in all types of weather conditions including extreme heat, cold, rain, high humidity, and other adverse and unpleasant conditions.

• PUBLIC SWIMMING POOLS & BATHING PLACES: Perform routine inspections and review plans and applications for operating and construction permits to determine compliance with Florida Statutes, Florida Administrative Code, and Sarasota County Code. Conducts routine inspections and water sampling of assigned public pools, spas, and interactive water features (IWFs). Provides coordination and keeps curriculum current for the online Swimming Pool Operators’ Training Course. Assists in conducting pool operator training courses, including teaching, updating materials, manuals, training aids, grading exams, and issuing Operator certificates.

• GENERAL ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH PROGRAM SUPPORT: Provides field and staff support for the following environmental public health programs, including but not limited to: Mobile Home Parks Sanitation, Sanitary Nuisance Complaints and other DOH-Sarasota regulated facilities. Initiates and coordinates enforcement procedures related to assigned duties as required.

• SANITARY AND ENVIRONMENTAL NUISANCE COMPLAINT INVESTIGATIONS: Investigate reports of sanitary nuisance complaints. Follow-up and assure corrective action have been taken or take necessary legal action in accordance with Florida Statute Chapter 386.

• Other duties as assigned including providing support for all Environmental Public Health programs as assigned by Environmental Public Health Director/ Designee

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of Environmental Health Programs, Administrative Code, and County Ordinances.
• Utilization of equipment
• Computer Skills

Qualifications:

• A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in one of the physical or natural sciences or engineering; or Professional experience in environmental protection, regulation or health; one of the physical or natural sciences; or engineering can substitute on a year-for-year basis for the required college education.

• Maintain valid FL Driver’s License.

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:

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.

Where You Will Work:

Environmental Public Health

4000 S. Tamiami Trail
Robert L. Anderson Administration Center
Venice, FL 34293

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:

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 Compensation) (mandatory, if needed)
• Deferred Compensation (voluntary)
• Employee Assistance Program (voluntary)
• And more!

For a more complete list of benefits, including monthly costs, visit .

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.

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-877-562-7287). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

Florida has the third largest population of veterans in the nation with more than 1.5 million service men and women. The Florida Department of Health (department) is committed to serving members of the United States Armed Forces, veterans and their families by encouraging them to apply for vacancies that fit their area of knowledge and/or expertise. Through the Department's VALOR program, which expedites licensing for military veterans, the Department also waives initial licensing and application fees for military veterans who apply for a health care professional license within 60 months of an honorable discharge. These initiatives help ensure that the transition from military service into the workforce is as smooth as possible and reflects our appreciation for the dedication devoted to protecting our country.

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

Location: VENICE, FL, US, 34293

Nearest Major Market: Sarasota
Nearest Secondary Market: Tampa