ENVIRONMENTAL ADMINISTRATOR - 37011099

Requisition No: 869885 

Agency: Environmental Protection

Working Title: ENVIRONMENTAL ADMINISTRATOR - 37011099

 Pay Plan: SES

Position Number: 37011099 

Salary:  Annual Salary Range: $52,513.15 - $83,417.64 (commensurate with experience) 

Posting Closing Date: 02/27/2026 

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ENVIRONMENTAL ADMINISTRATOR - 37011099

State of Florida

Department of Environmental Protection

This position is located in Tallahassee, FL

Position Overview and Responsibilities:

This is a highly advanced professional administrative and supervisory position responsible for directing portions of the statewide Petroleum Restoration Program (PRP). Spends majority of their time communicating with, motivating, training, and evaluating employees; and planning and directing employees’ work, and has the authority to hire, transfer, suspend, lay off, recall, promote, discharge, assign, reward, or discipline subordinate employees or effectively recommend such action.

• The Environmental Administrator serves as a cost center administrator and is responsible for directing staff members engaged in the site management of petroleum contaminated site remediation. The Environmental Administrator functions are section management, across section coordination with the three other Petroleum Cleanup Sections, fiscal and data management of petroleum programs, liaison with industry, specify allocation of sites and roles within section, and coordinate and manage the PCPP and Forensic contracts.  In addition the position requires excellent managerial skills in coordinating various cleanup programs, the ability to organize and distribute available budget to insure that all programs are adequately funded, skill in negotiating and managing large contracts for technical work with both the private sector and local governments, a complete understanding of the State’s rules and regulations regarding petroleum cleanup, and a thorough technical knowledge of petroleum cleanup techniques and procedures.
• Coordinates development, implementation and streamlining of administrative and processing procedures.  Works with other department staff and other state agencies in improving program delivery and maintaining compliance with department and state requirements.
• Administers, oversee, and manages the PRP Forensic contracts, Petroleum Cleanup participation Program (PCPP) and Site Access. Supervises site managers for petroleum contamination site cleanup contract management.  Coordinates project development, contract development, contractor selection, and negotiation of contract terms, conditions, and fees in cooperation with the Contracts office.  Provides technical and fiscal oversight of all phases of restoration projects and allocates budget and workload accordingly for sites assigned to statewide cleanup contracts.  Ensure cleanups are completed in accordance with applicable State rules and statutes.
• Coordinates development, implementation and streamlining of administrative and processing procedures.  Works with other department staff and other state agencies in improving program delivery and maintaining compliance with department and state requirements.
• Coordinates contract development participates in contract solicitations, and establishes contract terms, conditions and fees in cooperation with contracts office.  Ensures compliance with state law, policies and procedures and contract terms.
• Responds to requests for information from the general public, private business, and the legislature.
• Perform other duties as required.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of Statutes and rules as they pertain to management of site cleanup work and principles of contamination site assessment and rehabilitation.
• Knowledge of the principles of budgeting and contracting.
• Knowledge of solicitation and contract management.
• Skill in negotiation, implementation, execution and administration of contracts
• Skill in group negotiations and problem solving.
• Skill as a change agent for continuous improvement and cost savings strategies.
• Skill in analyzing and interpreting data, problem solving and conflict resolution.
• Skill in preparing technical reports, interpreting and applying rules/policies/procedures in a fair and responsible manner.
• Skill in the use of a personal computer and operating software to include, but not limited to Microsoft Office Suite, STCM and OCULUS.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relations.
• Skill in collecting data and using metrics in evaluating and developing best practices.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to plan/organize/coordinate/complete work assignments in a timely manner.
• Ability to successfully interact with applicants/public/internal personnel in a tactful and courteous manner.
• Ability to determine work priorities, assign work, and ensure proper completion of work assignments.
• Ability to develop, manage, and train administrative, technical, and professional staff.

Minimum Qualifications:

• At least four years of verifiable related experience.  Post-secondary degrees may be used as an alternative for the required years of experience on a year-for-year basis. A credential evaluation report from an approved agency must be submitted along with all foreign degrees.
• 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.

Preferred Qualifications:

At least four years of related experience and a degree in the natural sciences.

Pay:

Annual Salary Range: $52,513.15 - $83,417.64 (commensurate with experience)

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:

Tallahassee, Florida’s Capital City, lined with rolling hills, oak trees, and canopied roads combine 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);
• Tuition waivers;
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• 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.