OPS INFORMATION SPECIALIST I - 37940295

Requisition No: 870714 

Agency: Environmental Protection

Working Title: OPS INFORMATION SPECIALIST I - 37940295

 Pay Plan: Temp

Position Number: 37940295 

Salary:  agency to update 

Posting Closing Date: 02/20/2026 

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Communications Specialist

State of Florida

Department of Environmental Protection

This position is located in Naples, FL

Position Overview and Responsibilities:

Communications Specialist

• The Communication Specialist will possess the knowledge and skills to communicate and share the stories of Rookery Bay’s waters, wildlife and research. As part of the Communications Department, the Specialist will assist in building connections with the Southwest Florida community and visitors to inspire appreciation, stewardship and commitment to protect and conserve Rookery Bay Research Reserve for future generations to enjoy.
  
  
• The Communications Specialist will assist in promoting the work of the Reserve and the many programs and events occurring at the Rookery Bay Environmental Learning Center. Strong writing, attention to detail and organizational skills are necessary in this role.

Responsibilities include updating media, partner and hospitality contact lists; sorting and maintaining press clippings; updating digital slides; and compiling monthly events to send to partners and local media.

In addition, the Communications Specialist will interact with all Rookery Bay departments to gather information to create social media posts and stories for a weekly report; take photos and videos of events, activities and staff at work in the field and assist in outreach events.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Proficiency in MS Office, experience with design software such as Adobe Creative Suite or Canva and comfortable creating social media video reels and posts.

Minimum Qualifications:

BS/BA (or currently working towards a degree) in marketing, communications or related field is necessary.

Pay:

$18.00 per hour. 20 – 29 hours per week

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:

RBNERR is located between the beautiful 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 benefits package for eligible OPS employees includes:

• Participation in state group insurance (must meet eligibility requirements*).  
• State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan (tax deferred Retirement Savings Plan, for more information, please visit Corebridge Financial).
• Flexible Spending Accounts;
• And more!

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

*Seasonal and part-time OPS employees (less than 30 hours average per week) refer to the links above for detailed eligibility requirements.

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.