Requisition No: 799921
Agency: Environmental Protection
Working Title: PROFESSIONAL GEOLOGIST II – 37020169 – PENDING RECLASS TO PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER II
Position Number: 37020169
Salary: $52,085.94 – $63,000.00
Posting Closing Date: 04/17/2023
PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER II – 37020169
State of Florida
Department of Environmental Protection
Division of Waste Management
(Pending Reclass)
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 Waste Site Cleanup Section and Drycleaning Solvent Cleanup Program manages the state-funded investigation and cleanup of hazardous waste sites and emerging contaminants, coordinate with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) during the cleanup of federal Superfund National Priorities List (NPL) sites, and implements the Florida Drycleaning Solvent Cleanup Program. Management of these sites involves an interdisciplinary combination of geology, hydrogeology, chemistry, engineering, and environmental science to mitigate risk and protect human health and the environment.
The Difference You Will Make:
The Professional Engineer II works as a technical expert on remediation of State-Funded hazardous waste cleanup sites, Superfund site rehabilitation projects, and Drycleaning Solvent Cleanup Program sites to ensure the environmental effectiveness of these projects in accordance with the National Contingency Plan (NCP), CERCLA/SARA and state regulations as appropriate.
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:
$52,085.94 – $63,000.00 (Commensurate with experience)
Your Specific Responsibilities:
This is a highly technical position which is responsible for providing engineering review and design analysis for a statewide program for the remediation of hazardous waste sites. The position requires detailed knowledge and experience in project management, engineering, hydraulics, chemistry, biological treatment of environmental contaminants, ground water treatment, and remedial construction techniques and methods.
- Directs and collaborates with the Section’s Management, Professional Geologist and Professional Engineer who provide technical and engineering assistance to section staff regarding the assessment and cleanup of hazardous waste sites.
- Provides engineering support and direct assistance to the Section’s project managers. This assistance includes review of remedial investigation/feasibility studies, engineering design documents, and documents associated with construction (as-builts, change orders, completion reports, etc.). Required to review professionally certified and sealed documents. Works with section staff and contractors in evaluating selected remedial action plans and ensures compliance with State and Federal laws and rules, as appropriate. Provides written comments and approvals.
- Reviews remediation system operational data to ensure optimal system run-times and to reduce cost expenditures. Recommends system modifications to reduce unnecessary costs and improve system efficiency. Assists section staff with implementation of remediation projects and project changes.
- Assists in developing and implementing Section procedures and policy for the engineering design, construction, and long-term operation and maintenance of site cleanups.
- Establishes communications with state, federal, and local governments, universities, and private firms for keeping abreast of technical developments in remedial technology, emerging contaminants, industry practices and policy changes concerning environmental remediation.
- Ensures that the completed remedial project is in conformance with the approved plans, specifications and change orders and that the project is satisfactorily performing the function for which it was designed and built. Performs on-site final inspection of construction activities for cleanup projects, as necessary.
- On a limited basis, the Professional Engineer II serves as project officer on cleanup projects.
- Performs other duties as required.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Knowledge of engineering practices and principals.
- Ability to work well with others inside and outside the Department.
- Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing.
- Able to successfully draft/evaluate complex and/or controversial permits or similar compliance concerns within your program area, with sufficient expertise for managing complex issues.
- Ability to maintain a valid Driver’s License.
- Able to provide guidance and/or training to District or Division staff within your program area on complex and/or controversial permits or similar compliance concerns.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Valid State of Florida Professional Engineer License
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a major in engineering, environmental science, or one of the natural sciences.
- A valid driver’s license.
- Must have the OSHA Safety Training, or the ability to complete the training for certification within 6 months of hire.
Contact Information:
Aaron Cohen – Environmental Manager
Email: Aaron.Cohen@FloridaDEP.gov
Phone: 850-245-8974
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.