ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II - 37011497 Date: May 17, 2024 Location: TEMPLE TERRACE, FL, US, 33637 The State Personnel System is an E-Verify employer. For more information click on our E-Verify Website (http://www.dms.myflorida.com/workforceoperations/humanresourcemanagement/forjobapplicants/everify) .Requisition No: 829420 Agency: Environmental ProtectionWorking Title: ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II - 37011497Pay Plan: Career ServicePosition Number: 37011497 Salary: $46,000.00 annually Posting Closing Date: 05/19/2024 Total Compensation Estimator Tool (https://compcalculator.myflorida.com/) Environmental Specialist II State of Florida Department of Environmental Protection 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 posting is for an Environmental Specialist II position located at the Department of Environmental Protection's Southwest District Office, in Temple Terrace. This position involves technical work in the Permitting and/or Compliance programs and the application of Department rules and statutes. The job duties of this position will be determined by workload throughout the district. Actively supports and works toward fulfilling the Agency’s Affirmative Action objectives. May conducts site inspections at assigned medium or moderately complicated facilities, as defined by the specific program, pursuant applicable Florida Statutes and Florida Administrative Code and/or reviews and evaluates permit applications for conformance to State and Federal rules and regulations. Writes reports on outcome to inspections as required and actively supports and works toward fulfilling the Agency’s Affirmative Action objectives. The work requires conducting site inspections, completing data entry in applicable databases, providing compliance assistance to regulated entities, and participation in outreach events. The Difference You Will Make: Help protect Florida’s unique environment by ensuring that regulatory activities are designed to protect water and wildlife resources; review and inspect existing facilities to ensure that they are conducted in compliance with Florida environmental regulations. 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 Southwest District Office is located in Temple Terrace, a small city just outside of Tampa. Tampa is close to the Gulf Coast with beautiful white sand beaches. It is considered a major business center while also known for its museums and cultural offerings. Places such as the Busch Gardens Theme Park, historic Ybor City with its many restaurants and nightlife, the world’s longest continuous sidewalk along Bayshore Blvd., and a sports enthusiast haven are just some of the many activities people can enjoy in the area. There is also no state income tax for residents of Florida. The Southwest District covers 8 counties (Hillsborough, Pinellas, Manatee, Polk, Pasco, Hernando, Citrus, and Hardee). 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!
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Pay:
$46,000 annually
Your Specific Responsibilities:
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 any and all departmental and/or work unit rules, directives, policies, procedures, and/or general orders applicable to performing the duties of this position.
Duties and Responsibilities:
This position conducts inspections at assigned medium or moderately complicated facilities, as defined by the specific program, pursuant applicable Florida Statutes and Florida Administrative Code and/or reviews and evaluates permit applications for conformance to State and Federal rules and regulations. Writes reports on outcome to inspections as required. The work requires conducting site inspections, completing data entry in applicable databases, providing compliance assistance to regulated entities, and participation in outreach events.
Reviews and makes recommendations on reports, scientific, technical or legal documents.
Provides compliance/technical assistance as needed and/or Regulatory assistance to permittee, Company representatives, other department programs, delegated local programs, other interested parties and ES-I staff.
Keeps applicable databases and Oculus updated as required for facilities/projects assigned.
Recommends enforcement actions as appropriate. Drafts enforcement documents and coordinates enforcement meetings.
Provides outreach and/or compliance assistance to medium or moderately complicated facilities as needed.
Participates and assists in developing cross-training activities.
Performs other duties as assigned.
May volunteer to dive and/or snorkel; must have prior approval and meet the diving and/or snorkeling validation requirements in accordance with the DEP Underwater Operations Manual.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Ability to understand and apply applicable regulations, policies and procedures relating to environmental programs.
Ability to deal with the public in a tactful and courteous manner.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Ability to evaluate, analyze and interpret scientific and technical data.
Knowledge of the terminology, principles and analytical techniques of the physical or natural sciences
Ability to work independently.
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college; or any combination of post-secondary education or verifiable related experience, as described in this posting, for a total of four years.
Other Job-Related Requirements for this position:
Valid Class E Driver’s License
Ability to Travel
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:
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 clickinghere (http://www.dms.myflorida.com/content/download/97612/566545) . All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement. Nearest Major Market:Tampa