ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST III – 37011140

Requisition No: 808878

Agency: Environmental Protection

Working Title: ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST III – 37011140

Position Number: 37011140

Salary: $46,667.25 – $49,311.61

Posting Closing Date: 08/07/2023

Environmental Specialist III
State of Florida
Department of Environmental Protection, Northwest District
****Internal Agency Only****

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:
This is a second level intermediate professional position in the Permitting Program responsible for permitting activities concerning Submerged lands and Environmental Resources to include the State 404 program.
The Difference You Will Make:
Your role as Environmental Specialist is critical to fulfilling our district’s mission of creating strong community partnerships and safeguarding Florida’s natural resources.
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:
The Northwest District is located along the Gulf Coast. We proudly serve 16 counties in the Florida panhandle including; Bay, Calhoun, Escambia, Franklin, Gadsden, Gulf, Holmes, Jackson, Jefferson, Leon, Liberty, Okaloosa, Santa Rosa, Wakulla, Walton and Washington. This district has three offices located in Pensacola, Panama City and Tallahassee. This position is located in Pensacola.
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:
Annual salary based on experience – $46,667.25 – $49,311.61
Your Specific Responsibilities:
This is a second level intermediate professional position in the Permitting Program responsible for permitting activities related to the Permitting Program. Duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Reviews and evaluates Environmental Resource permit applications for conformance to state and federal rules and regulations.
• Produces complex permits and/or documents and requests for additional information, when required, that are consistent with prescribed rules and department guidance and procedures.
• Performs site inspections, as necessary, in support of permit application reviews and evaluations.
• Responsible for the accurate and timely entry of required data and system information into agency databases and Oculus.
• Provides technical assistance to the compliance assurance program.
• Provides regulatory assistance, such as outreach, permitting determinations, exemptions and compliance assistance to permittee and/or company representatives, other department programs, delegated local programs, and other interested parties.
• Participates in training activities as required. Coordinates and facilitates program-specific training for staff.
• Performs related work as required by supervisor.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Required Knowledge, skills and abilities:

1. Knowledge of the terminology, principles and analytical techniques of the environmental or natural sciences.
2. Knowledge of data collection and analysis principles and procedures.
3. Ability to collect, evaluate, analyze and interpret scientific or technical reports and supporting documentation.
4. Ability to prepare technical reports.
5. Ability to use a personal computer and Microsoft Office Suite.
6. Ability to understand and apply applicable regulations, policies and procedures relating to environmental programs.
7. Ability to determine work priorities and ensure proper completion of work assignments.
8. Ability to work independently.
9. Ability to communicate effectively and professionally, both verbally and in writing.
10. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and leadership.
11. Ability to interact with customers in a tactful and courteous manner.
12. Ability to cross-train into multiple regulatory programs.
13. Ability to identify solutions to problems and exhibit positive problem-solving techniques.
14. Ability to meet established performance standards as identified in the district performance standards document.
15. Ability to travel and maintain a valid driver’s license.
16. Skill in producing quality work with minimal oversight and minimal errors.
17. Experience with process review and efficiency implementation through use of continuous improvement strategies.
18. Experience with workload coordination within multi-functional team.
19. Experience with Environmental Resource Permitting activities.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Valid Driver’s License
• A 4-year degree or higher from an accredited college or university OR 4 years related work experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s degree or higher in engineering, environmental science, or one of the natural sciences
• Minimum of two years of work experience in an environmental or engineering profession or equivalent additional education.
• Excellent communication and people skills.
• Excellent organization and time management skills.

For questions regarding this position please contact: Kim Allen, Program Administrator at Kim.Allen@Floridadep.gov
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.