ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II - 37000655

Requisition No: 870081 

Agency: Environmental Protection

Working Title: ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II - 37000655

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 37000655 

Salary:  48,000- 50,000 

Posting Closing Date: 02/25/2026 

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Environmental Specialist II (37000655)

State of Florida

Department of Environmental Protection

This position is located in Naples, FL

Position Overview and Responsibilities:

This intermediate environmental position will perform:

Habitat restoration and species management activities (including prescribed fire, exotic vegetation removal, exotic animal removal, etc.). Maintain Burn boss active status and coordinate the Reserve's Fire Management Team according to the approved fire management plan (maintain fire-trainings as directed by RBNERR management Plan). Serve as ORCP’s statewide Division Fire management representative. (The time spent towards this, and all the following listed duties and the related time spent may vary and offset the time spent towards other duties depending on unforeseen demands. Examples may include extreme weather events (Hurricane, Flooding, oil/chemical spills, wildfire, etc.).

Conduct surveys for multiple species relative to habitat requirements; assist with the development of programs (management plans), as needed, to determine the effects of management activities on species within the Reserve; assist as directed with the coordination of staff

relative to these duties.

Assist with the process regarding the continued development of a multi-species habitat management plan; assist Stewardship Team with the coordination and transformation of protection efforts for multiple species to change from single-species focused goals into landscape level

habitat goals that will provide better direction for natural resource management and preservation efforts.

Assist the Facilities Team with the maintenance of all buildings, infrastructure and equipment including fire management related equipment (fire truck(s), chainsaws, pumps, etc.).

Serve as DEP Boating Safety training Coordinator (Including administrative and training duties). These responsibilities will depend on the

fluctuating training needs internally here at Rookery Bay, as well as from the regional Aquatic Preserves.

Serve as Stewardship team liaison to FWC Law Enforcement.

As needed and as directed: assist Stewardship Team with research-related activities & assist as needed with visiting investigator fieldwork.

Assist with the adaptation and implementation of the NERR Disaster Response Plan template specifically to serve the needs of the Rookery Bay Reserve. Also, assist as directed with the planning and conducting of any needed annual emergency plan training and exercises.

Perform other duties as required.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of the terminology, principles and analytical techniques of ecology as related to natural resource land management. Skills in data collection and analysis principles and procedures; report writing, technical and general. Skills in operation of motor vehicles (tractor, heavy equipment & trucks), nautical vessels. Skills in the use of personal computers and word processing and spreadsheet software, and of a Geographic Information System. Ability to deal with the public in a tactful and courteous manner. Work independently; plan, organize and coordinate work assignments; communicate effectively verbally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; utilize problem-solving techniques; effectively coordinate the work activities of others: perform fieldwork in severe and/or adverse conditions; and swim. Skills interpreting maps (compass & GPS in difficult terrain and remote locations), skilled in use of a variety of power-tools.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Valid Driver’s License

Position of Special Trust Requirement:

This position is designated as a Position of Special Trust in accordance with DEP Directive 422, Positions of Special Trust or Responsibility. Successful completion of background screening will be required for this position.

Applicable Job-Specific License or Certifications:

Within the first year of employment must complete and receive Burn-Boss Certification and Herbicide Applicator's License

Preferred Qualifications:

Insert preferred experience, training, education, and licensure or certification.

• Current Burn Boss certification
• Experience in equipment repair and maintenance
• Experience in operating motorized vessels

Pay:

$48,000-$50,000 Annually

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 advance Florida’s position as a world leader in protecting natural resources while growing the state’s economy. 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:

Rookery Bay NERR is located between the coastal towns of Naples and Marco Island in Collier County, Florida.

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);
• Tuition waivers;
• Total Compensation Estimator Tool
• And more!

For a complete list of benefits, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com

Special Notes:                                                                                                                                                                                       DEP is committed to successfully recruiting and onboarding talented and skilled individuals into its workforce. We recognize the extensive training, experience, and transferable 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@FloridaDEP.gov

An individual with a disability is qualified if he or she satisfies the skills, experience, and other job-related requirements for a position and can perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must contact the DEP Human Resources (HR) Office at (850) 245-2511. DEP requests applicants notify HR in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

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.