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environmental specialist ii

2 months ago

Tallahassee, Florida, United States State of Florida Full time

Requisition No:

Agency: Environmental Protection

Working Title: ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II

Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number:

Salary: $46,350.00/annually

Posting Closing Date: 09/03/2024

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ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II

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:

This is an Environmental Specialist II position within the Division of Waste Management, Waste Clean-up Program. The Environmental Specialist II assists with fieldwork in conducting environmental investigations and also serves as contract and project management of contaminated sites.

The Difference You Will Make:

The Environmental Specialist II within the Site Investigation Section works with technical and professional personnel, environmental consultants, interested parties and the public to investigate and assess sources of contamination throughout the state.

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, 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 and 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 ).
  • Flexible Spending Accounts.
  • Tuition waivers.
  • And more

For a more complete list of benefits, visit

Pay: Annual Salary: $46,350.00

Your Specific Responsibilities:

  • This is a first level intermediate environmental technical position requiring knowledge in aspects of environmental site assessment and project management.
  • The Environmental Specialist II (ES II) will assist in the completion of site investigation field work that is associated with suspected soil and groundwater contamination.
  • The ES II will also work directly with the public, department personnel, contractors, municipalities, and government officials in conducting these activities.
  • The ES II responds to reports of potential or actual soil and groundwater contamination cases.
  • Conducts scientific assessments utilizing forensic assessment methodologies to collect pertinent data to determine source areas and responsible parties.
  • These activities include historical data searches, obtaining access to properties, installation of monitor well networks, soil and groundwater sample collection and aquifer characterization studies.
  • Maintains, operates, and calibrates equipment used during field investigations.
  • Assists with summarizing the results of field investigations, including interpretations of hydrogeological data and analytical data.
  • Assists with production of the final report.
  • Maintains site files and inputs site information into the section database.
  • The ES II serves as a contract and project manager for state-funded cleanup sites.
  • As a project manager, the incumbent is responsible for the technical and administrative aspects of environmental site assessment projects.
  • The ES II will be responsible for accurate financial and scientific entries into applicable databases.
  • Review and approval of deliverables and invoices.
  • Responsible for accurately documenting communications with affected parties during investigations and ensuring the environmental effectiveness of these projects in accordance with the appropriate regulations.
  • The ES II works independently and informs the Environmental Administrator of status and issues regarding environmental cleanup projects throughout the state.
  • Performs other related duties as required.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Knowledge of geology, hydrogeology, chemistry and Florida's groundwater.
  • Knowledge of groundwater characteristics and geochemistry.
  • Knowledge of GIS software.
  • Knowledge of environmental assessment procedures and techniques.
  • Skilled in the use of personal computers and financial/technical spreadsheet development.
  • Skilled in technical writing to summarize investigative findings in report format.
  • Skilled in Project Management.
  • Ability to learn monitoring well construction techniques.
  • Ability to be physically able to perform field work.
  • Ability to work as a team member or independently.
  • Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
  • Ability to understand and apply appropriate rules, regulations, policies and procedures relating to environmental programs.
  • Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments.
  • Ability to travel for fieldwork and training.

Required or Preferred Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in engineering, environmental science or one of the natural sciences; or Any combination of post-secondary education or verifiable related experience, as described above, for a total of four years.

Other Job Related Requirements for this position:

  • A valid Driver's License.
  • OSHA Certification (Certification training must be completed within 6 months of employment and maintained thereafter)
  • Must be willing to participate in the Medical Monitoring Program.
  • Travel is a requirement.

POSITION OF SPECIAL TRUST REQUIRMENT: This position is designated as a Position of Special Trust in accordance with DEP-422 (Positions of Special Trust or Responsibility). Any applicant being considered for employment must successfully complete a Level 2 State and National criminal history check as a condition of employment before beginning employment, and also be screened in accordance with the requirements of Chapter 435, F.S. No applicant may begin employment until the background screening results are received, reviewed for any disqualifying offenses, and approved by the Agency.

Contact Information:

John Travis, Environmental Administrator – SES

Waste Cleanup Program/Site Investigations

Email:

Phone No

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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 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 , 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.