Job Description
Join Florida's urgent public health initiative! The Department of Health seeks a dedicated Public Health Compliance Specialist to safeguard community wellbeing through rigorous regulatory oversight. This critical role demands proactive enforcement of health codes, crisis response coordination, and cross-agency collaboration to protect Floridians from emerging health threats. Enjoy competitive benefits, retirement plans, and meaningful impact in a dynamic government environment.
Responsibilities
- Conduct facility inspections for healthcare, food service, and childcare compliance
- Investigate public health complaints and enforce corrective actions
- Develop emergency response protocols for disease outbreaks
- Collaborate with federal/state agencies on health initiatives
- Train stakeholders on regulatory updates and best practices
- Compile compliance reports for legislative review
- Lead community outreach programs on health regulations
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Public Health or related field
- 3+ years regulatory compliance experience
- Florida Registered Sanitarian certification required
- Strong knowledge of HACCP and OSHA standards
- Crisis management and incident command training
- Advanced data analysis using GIS platforms
- Valid Florida driver's license
- Experience with CMS and CDC reporting systems