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Requisition No: 881416 

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTANT - 64081130

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 64081130 

Salary:  $53,917.08 Annually 

Posting Closing Date: 09/14/2026 

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Open Competitive Opportunity

Florida Department of Health

Division of Disease Control & Health Protection

Bureau of Environmental Health

This position requires daily in-office or field work

Your Specific Responsibilities:

This position is responsible for assessing potential human health effects from exposure to environmental contaminants at and around hazardous waste sites. The incumbent must possess a strong background in environmental science and knowledge of environmental toxicology, inducing occupational diseases-environmentally related illnesses, and current concepts on carcinogenicity, especially regarding human health risk assessments.

Prepares public health risk assessments and health consultation reports addressing public health impacts from exposure to chemical contaminants at hazardous waste sites. the review and analysis of health outcome data and epidemiological information to determine the nature of adverse health effects in the populations living near hazardous waste sites. Assessments include but are not limited to integrating analytical data, chemical profiles, selection of indicator chemicals and deviation of acceptable medical and chemical levels, and prediction of public health impacts. Prepares reports.

Works independently to develop, coordinate, implement, analyze, and monitor environmental programs assessing potential human exposure to contaminants.

Serves as liaison, consults with, and provides technical assistance to the public, county health departments, state laboratories, universities, and other state or federal agencies regarding environmental toxicology and contamination. Provides interpretation of pertinent public health statutes, rules, policies, and standards.

Coordinates with local, state, and federal agencies on specific projects. Participates in the planning, developing, and implementing interagency agreements, programs, and research projects related to assessing human health risks and potential impacts from exposure to environmental contaminants. Represents the department at public meetings, hearings, and workshops and provides oversight for implementing a statewide environmental health program. Assists state and federal agencies in developing environmental standards and risk communication to mitigate or minimize human health impact from exposure to environmental contaminants.

Assists Program Administrator in managing programmatic grant activities in accordance with program requirements, including preparing grant application packages, planning and scheduling projects and activities, and preparing grant reports. Makes recommendations to the program administrator on proposed and existing projects and activities, undergoing review for consistency with state laws, regulations, and policies. Develops and recommends program objectives to the administrator.

Serves as a programmatic expert on geographical information systems (GIS) mapping and analysis. Prepares high-quality, site-specific maps and figures for program reports. Leads, manages and coordinates specific GIS data analysis to support programmatic goals.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge background in Environmental Science.
• Knowledge with risk assessment principles and practices.
• Ability to research and disseminate technical and scientific literature.
• Skills in excellent writing.
• Ability to use Microsoft Programs.
• Ability in utilization of databases and related software applications.

The Florida Department of Health seeks a human health risk assessor to join the Environmental Exposure Health Risk Assessment Program within the Bureau of Environmental Public Health, Public Health Toxicology Section.

The incumbent will be a member of the Environmental Exposure Health Risk Assessment Program, one of the nation's premier federally funded programs. This position is responsible for assessing and responding to the site and community specific concerns related to potential public health threats from hazardous waste sites or general chemical contaminants. The ideal candidate possesses experience or training in human health risk assessments, toxicology, and environmental investigations. This position involves occasional out-of-town travel averaging about two to three days per month.   This position requires daily in-office or field work. 

Minimum:

• Experience preparing public health risk assessments.
• Experience coordinating with local, state and federal agencies on specific projects.

Preferred:

• Master's Degree in Science or Public Health
• 2 years' experience in health risk assessment

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:

Tallahassee, FL

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

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

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

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.

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.

VETERANS' PREFERENCE.  Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans' Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply.  Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements.  Candidates claiming Veterans' Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code.  Veterans' Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here.  All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.