Requisition No: 803481
Agency: Environmental Protection
Working Title: PLANNING CONSULTANT – 37011367
Position Number: 37011367
Salary: $43,151.19 – $49,000.00
Posting Closing Date: 07/18/2023
Planning Consultant – 37011367
State of Florida
Department of Environmental Protection
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 Planning Consultant position within the Division of Waste Management assists the Petroleum Restoration Program with advanced professional work under the direction of the Environmental Administrator for Team 1 located in Tallahassee, Florida. The ideal candidate should possess the ability to work independently and aid the rest of the Program to research, plan, and work with industry contractors to implement complex assessment and remediation designs focusing on Petroleum contamination which fall under applicable state and federal rules, statutes and regulations related to Contaminated Site Cleanups.
The Difference You Will Make:
The Planning Consultant utilizes knowledge and experience to evaluate site conditions at contaminated facilities in order to help the environmental industry find an economical and successful solution to bring Florida lands back to a condition sustainable for future generations. Towards this endeavor, he or she participates in meetings with representatives from the regulated community and federal, state, and local governments, and helps perform technical reviews and develop procedures as required by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection, as well as, assists with other duties as needed. The Planning Consultant also works with other Program staff to plan and prioritize activities and projects in line with DEP’s strategic objectives and find integrated solutions on a variety of organizational challenges as needs arise.
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:
$43,151.19 – $49,000.00 (Commensurate with experience)
Your Specific Responsibilities:
- This is an advanced position as a Planning Consultant. This position is responsible for performing site management oversight and technical review regarding the assessment and remediation of petroleum contaminated sites pursuant to Chapter 62-780, Florida Administrative Code (F.A.C.). The employee in this position will report to the Section Environmental Administrator. In carrying out the duties of this position, the incumbent is expected at all times to be aware of and abide by the Department’s Standards of Conduct, as well as all Departmental rules, directives, policies, procedures, and/or general orders applicable to performing the duties of this position. The allocation of duties for the position are as follows:
- Employee oversees the performance of the contamination assessment and remedial action activities for state-funded rehabilitation projects. Reviews site-specific scopes of work with the assistance of technical support personnel, negotiates these elements with contractors and prepares work orders for said work. Participates in work-site oversite if needed, assists in making recommendations for corrective actions, negotiates changes in the scope of work as required and prepares work change orders. Performs a detailed review of work summary reports. Reviews and approves contractor invoices for properly completed work. Monitors the environmental rehabilitation occurring at site and the consultant’s efficiency in accomplishing the cleanup in a cost-effective and timely manner. Should be knowledgeable about petroleum assessment and remediation and using Storage Tank Contamination Monitoring (STCM), OCULUS, and Ariba-on-Demand (AoD).
- Employee may need to track State-owned remediation equipment status and participate in the annual State-Owned Property inventory process. Tracks historic/on-going costs against program funding caps associated with site rehabilitation projects. Tracks due dates for contractor deliverables and invoices and sends notices as applicable. Travels to contaminated sites as necessary to evaluate cleanup site conditions, contractor work and equipment status.
- Assists with reviews of Performance Based Advanced Cleanup (PBAC) bundled facilities and individual Advanced Cleanup (AC) applications, as well as sites recommended for Performance Based Cleanup (PBC) by Petroleum Restoration Program (PRP) site managers. The review includes performing a detailed site history study, review of all geologic and engineering data that has been collected and is available for the facility and comparison of similar sites/experience, etc. to the PBC proposals. Develops an estimated cost based upon all available data for final evaluation/cost estimation and PBAC/PBC contract development for cleanup. Participates in PBAC and AC negotiations, discussions, and presentations.
- Assists AC Coordinator with auditing status of PBAC bundles and other sites under cleanup through fully executed AC Agreements to aid management in tracking progress and with strategic planning.
- Assists with ensuring that overall requirements of site management cleanup requirements are met. Manages the performance of contractors as a Site Manager. Prepares Scopes of Works/SPIs, works in AOD, reviews invoices, and performs other administrative and technical responsibilities of a Site Manager. Assists in maintaining requirements of the overall funding agreements are being met through petroleum cleanup activities.
- Works with other teammates and technical staff to successfully bring petroleum contaminated sites to closure.
- Performs other related duties as assigned by supervisor.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Knowledge/familiarity with the concepts and principles of contamination assessment, remediation, and evaluation of associated costs therewith, particularly petroleum-related cleanups.
- Skill in using personal computers and office software.
- Skill in group negotiations, problem solving strategies and conflict resolution.
- Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing in a technical fashion.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a diverse group of professionals.
- Ability to plan and organize a complex workload.
- Ability to analyze and interpret scientific data.
- Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Valid driver’s license.
- A four-year degree from an accredited college or university AND a minimum of 3 years of related experience.
- Ability to complete OSHA Safety Training within 6 months of hire.
- Must obtain and maintain OSHA Safety Certification.
- Ability to travel.
Contact Information:
Matthew Ingham, FCCM, P.E.
Environmental Administrator – Team 1
matthew.ingham@floridadep.gov
Office: 850.245.8964
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.