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Requisition No: 880908 

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGER - SES - 64028202

 Pay Plan: SES

Position Number: 64028202 

Salary:  $55,000 - $70,000 

Posting Closing Date: 08/11/2026 

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DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH – HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY

DIVISION – Environmental Public Health- Environmental Manager

1105 E. Kennedy Blvd. Tampa, FL 33602

Thank you for your interest in career opportunities with the Florida Department of Health in Hillsborough County.  If you are looking to establish a successful career in Public Health, you have come to the right place.  Many of our innovative and successful health programs are recognized throughout Florida.  We hope you decide to join our team!  Applicants will be contacted directly if selected for an interview.

Join an amazing company culture that values employee growth and development at the Florida Department of Health. Professional development is highly encouraged and supported within our organization through opportunities for mentorships and educational and skills training.  From the moment you are hired, you can begin to grow as a professional and a leader, through strategic planning, internal committees, and project engagement.  There are also many opportunities for continuing education at no cost to the employee.  If you are looking to further your education through a college degree, the Florida Department of Health can help with our tuition reimbursement program.  We offer an inspiring and encouraging atmosphere to support you while you work with us. 

The Florida Department of Health (DOH) is responsible for the health and safety of all citizens and visitors to the state. As a public health agency, the Florida Department of Health must monitor the health status of Floridians, diagnose, and investigate health problems, and mobilize local communities to address health-related issues. The Florida Department of Health develops policies and plans that support health goals, enforce laws and regulations that protect the health of all residents and visitors, and link people to needed health care services. The Florida Department of Health also provides specialized assistance to pregnant women, infants, and children with special health care needs, regulates health care practitioners, and provides medical disability determinations.

Title of Position:

Environmental Manager - SES

This is an internal promotional opportunity only. Only current DOH employees will be considered.

Your Specific Responsibilities:

This is a highly professional position responsible for the programmatic oversight of operations of the Biomedical Waste, Tattoo, Body Piercing, Migrant Labor, Food and Waterborne Illness, Indoor Air, Healthy Beaches, Food, Group Care, Mobile Home Park, Limited Use, Rabies, and Sanitary Nuisance programs within Hillsborough County.  Qualified candidates will possess a broad and deep knowledge of these Environmental Health programs, demonstrate a proven track record of success, and possess the ability to work effectively in a variety of roles.  Responsibilities include performance management of staff supervised, achievement of programmatic requirements and quotas, and support of the Environmental Health team in achieving the Mission and Vision of our department.  

• This position ensures all employees conduct professional, consistent, uniform, and thorough inspections and adhere to all department policies and procedures as described in Department of Health manuals, including DOHM 150-4.
• Collaborates closely with other Environmental Health supervisors in establishing common goals, methods, and action plans for accomplishing the needs of the department.   
• Ensures regulated facilities are inspected to the best of our ability using all available resources, to meet the requirements of our programs and the needs of the community we serve. 
• Provides formal and informal performance management on a regular basis with staff supervised to discuss current performance and potential development opportunities.  Mentor them to achieve success in their career in Environmental Health.
• Actively participates in DOH-Hillsborough Councils, Committees, Workgroups, or Teams, to support our Public Health mission. Utilize your strengths and build your capabilities.
• Provides exceptional customer service and accurate and timely information to all requesting assistance, including both internal and external customers.
• Develops, maintains, and monitors operating budgets and ensures analysis of fee collections and expenses.

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.
• Skill in performing Environmental Health inspections.
• Skill in providing excellent customer service.
• Skill in analyzing data and determining trends.
• Ability to effectively manage people and programs. 
• Ability to collect, evaluate, analyze, and interpret scientific or technical data.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• 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 establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to utilize problem-solving techniques

Qualifications:

Minimum:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Health, Public Health, Environmental Science, or a Physical or Biological Science from an accredited college or university with no less than 30 semester hours or 40 quarter hours of major course work in Environmental Health, Environmental Science, or a Physical or Biological Science. (Transcripts must be on file or uploaded with application to be considered.) (F.S. 381)
• Current Food certification to perform Food Hygiene inspections for the Florida Department of Health. (F.S. 381)
• Four years of experience in Environmental Health inspection programs.
• Two years of supervisory experience

Preferred:

• Certification as a Registered Sanitarian or Environmental Health Professional by Florida Environmental Health Association or National Environmental Health Association. (Must be uploaded with application.)
• At least two years of supervisory experience within DOH
• Experience with budget management
• Master of Public Health degree (MPH)
• Completion of a formal leadership development training program

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:

Downtown Tampa Main Building- 1105 East Kennedy Blvd., Tampa, FL 33602

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 www.myfrs.com);

• Flexible Spending Accounts;
• Tuition waivers;
• And more!

For a more complete list of benefits, including monthly costs, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com.

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: http://www.sss.gov 

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.