Requisition No: 880676
Agency: Department of Health
Working Title: ENGINEERING SPECIALIST III - 64002457
Pay Plan: Career Service
Position Number: 64002457
Salary: $58,000.00-$61,000.00
Posting Closing Date: 08/20/2026
Total Compensation Estimator ToolJob posting category - Open CompetitiveYour Specific Responsibilities:This is professional work involving the prevention of environmentally related disease and safety concerns by the review of on-site individual sewage disposal systems. The incumbent in this position conducts engineering reviews of applications for new and/or changes to existing and repairs to on-site disposal systems and monitor compliance requirements of all aerobic treatment units and performance-based treatment systems. Specific duties and responsibilities are as follows: The incumbent of this position serves as a lead worker and acts on behalf of the unit supervisor as needed.
Reviews applications for construction permits to install, change or repair on-site sewage disposal systems. Reviews plans and site evaluations for systems and ensures that proposals meet all requirements of Chapters 381, 386.01, 489 Florida Statutes and 62-6, Florida Administrative Code. Establishes and sets minimum system criteria, including, but not limited to receptacle, pump tank capacity, drain field size and elevation of the invert of the drain field in feet, above Mean Sea Level. Issues letters of denial to system proposals failing to meet requirements and advises clients on their right to a variance-hearing request. Issues construction permits to proposals meeting requirements.
Review applications, plans and supporting documents and issue and / or deny permits for OSTDS new, existing, repairs, abandonments including well construction applications and permits. Review Annual Operating Permits (AOPs) documents and issue AOPs timely and accurately for clients. Review and comment on the county plat applications and share comments with the Environmental Administrator for review and approval. Prepare Variance applications and follow them up timely and appropriately with FDEP staff and clients. Investigate and document sanitary nuisance and contractor complaints as per FDEP enforcement process timely and accurately. Provide technical support as a senior engineer to the rest of the plan reviewers and inspectors including administrative staff and clients. Coordinate staff assignments with rest of the team including inspections, plans /applications reviews, AOPs, well construction applications and permits. Answers clients' and dept staff inquiries via state approved communication methods including state issued phone, texting, email, etc. Reply to those inquiries must be made timely so our clients and staff receive adequate service levels. Ensure program functions and staff are ready, prepared, and available for annual program evaluations. Serves as a subject matter expert and a local consultant and mentor to the program staff and clients in the areas of engineering plans reviews, code interpretations, permits, and complaint investigations.
Inspects all Aerobic Treatment Units once a year and all Aerobic Maintenance Entities in accordance with Chapter 381 F.S., Chapter 62-6 and the SHO/OSTDS program requirements. Inspects all Performance Based Treatment Systems and all Performance Based Treatment Systems Maintenance Entities in accordance with Chapter 381 FS and the SHO/OSTDS program requirements.
Conducts on-site soil evaluation and determines feasibility of issuing construction permits or denials. Checks plan and specifications of proposed construction projects; checks architects' and engineers' plans on architectural and structural work prior to construction when OSTDS systems are required.
Inspects and re-inspects, when required, all new installations and repairs to existing on-site sewage disposal systems. Determines that the systems meet all requirements of Chapter 62-6, F.A.C., and the construction permit specifications. Issues notices of final approval and permit to operate. Initiates and participates in legal actions to obtain compliance when violators noted are not corrected or when work is performed by a non-permitted person or without prior authorization from the Department.
Completes the DARS/HMS daily or as required, completes other reports as required. Maintains records and files of applications in the process of being reviewed and submits completed reviews to the secretary for filing. 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, etc.
Attends Dade County Platt Committee meetings and approves or denies requests for sub-divisions based on requirements of Chapters 381.272, F.S., and 64E-6, F.A.C. and Department procedures and directives. Enters approvals or disapprovals of plan reviews into the Miami-Dade County permit tracking system as necessary.
Performs all other duties as assigned.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:- Knowledge of concepts, terminology, principles and analytical techniques of an engineering specialty area.
- Knowledge of engineering design, construction, production and/or operations.
- Skill in using engineering tools, equipment and or instruments.
- Ability to analyze and interpret engineering data.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
- Ability to perform engineering inspections.
- Ability to apply engineering quantitative techniques.
- Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments
- Ability to communicate engineering information effectively.
- Ability to solve problems relating to engineering.
Qualifications:Minimum- Bachelor's degree in engineering or science from an accredited college or university, valid driver's license, reliable personal vehicle to perform work related duties, incumbent in this position is required to be a Certified Environmental Health Professional within 6 months of being hired. Where You Will Work:1725 NW 167 Street Miami Gardens, FL 33056Florida 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.
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!
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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-). 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-). 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.
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