Requisition No: 806613
Agency: Environmental Protection
Working Title: ENGINEERING SPECIALIST IV – 37020174
Position Number: 37020174
Salary: $48,876.45 – $55,000.00 (Commensurate with experience)
Posting Closing Date: 07/27/2023
ENGINEERING SPECIALIST IV – 37020174
State of Florida
Department of Environmental Protection
Division of Waste Management
Our Organization and Mission:
The Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is the state’s lead agency for environmental management and stewardship – protecting our air, water and land. The vision of DEP is to create strong community partnerships, safeguard Florida’s natural resources and enhance its ecosystem.
The Work You Will Do:
The Engineering Specialist IV performs work for the Petroleum Restoration Program (PRP) under the direction of the Environmental Administrator. The candidate will possess the knowledge and skills to actively monitor, and support assigned contracted local programs where a higher level of review is needed. They will also possess knowledge in the concepts and principals of assessment and remediation of petroleum contaminated sites as well as program procedures.
The Difference You Will Make:
The Engineering Specialist 4 monitors and supports county governments contracted to perform site management for cleanup of petroleum contaminated site and will provide engineering support and guidance to contracted entities.
How You Will Grow:
DEP encourages its leaders to constantly innovate and seek efficiencies. We believe in supporting and encouraging you as you take on important and often complex projects while offering you the opportunity to gain valuable experience quickly.
Where You Will Work:
Tallahassee – Tallahassee, Florida’s Capitol City, lined with rolling hills, oak trees, and canopied roads combines old world charm with a modern pace of life. Home to two major universities as well as state government, Tallahassee is a mid-sized city in the heart of Florida’s Big Bend. Tallahassee is a highly desirable location for both those seeking their first job or those ready to enter the next exciting chapter in their career.
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, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com.
Pay:
$48,876.45 – $55,000.00 (Commensurate with experience)
Your Specific Responsibilities:
This is a highly technical environmental engineering position performing contamination assessment and remediation, and evaluation of costs associated therewith. In addition, the position requires knowledge of remediation techniques for petroleum cleanup and familiarity with Chapter 62-780, F.A.C. . Travel to contaminated sites may be necessary. The duties of the position are as follows:
- Serves as PRP liaison with Local Program contract offices, where a higher level of review is needed, by providing ongoing guidance, clarification, updates, and training regarding PRP. Reviews Local Program work products for technical adequacy and conformance with Chapter 62-780, F.A.C. and applicable Department guidance and procedures. Responsible for actively monitoring and supporting assigned contracted Local Programs.
- Assists the Section’s Professional Engineer in the technical oversight and approval of all Source Removal, Remedial Action Plan, and Remedial Action work orders and decisions concerning petroleum rehabilitation projects. Attends related training sessions and disseminating information to other staff.
- Evaluates on-going remedial systems, and operation and maintenance costs of remedial systems for effectiveness and proposes modifications as appropriate.
- Assist in the development of program design criteria, procedures, and standards for various remediation designs.
- Performs other related duties as assigned by Supervisor.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Knowledge of contamination assessment methods.
- Knowledge of remedial design concepts and processes.
- Knowledge of water treatment processes.
- Skill in using personal computers for word processing and/or data analysis.
- Ability to effectively communicate technical and non-technical issues both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a diverse group of professionals.
- Ability to plan and organize a complex workload.
- Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
- Ability to analyze and interpret scientific and technical data.
- Ability to conduct site inspections.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Travel is required.
- Valid Class E Driver License.
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree from an accredited college or university with a major in engineering.
Contact Information:
Susan Fields – Environmental Administrator
Email: Susan.Fields@FloridaDEP.gov
Phone: 850-245-8828
DEP is committed to successfully recruiting and onboarding talented and skilled individuals into its workforce. We recognize the extensive training, experience, and transferrable skills that veterans and individuals with disabilities bring to the workforce. Veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to contact our recruiter for guidance and answers to questions through the following email addresses:
HR_VeteransPreference@dep.state.fl.us
HR_Recruitment@dep.state.fl.us
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.
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.