ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTANT - 37020257

Requisition No: 859623 

Agency: Environmental Protection

Working Title: ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTANT - 37020257

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 37020257 

Salary:  $53,917.08 

Posting Closing Date: 09/11/2025 

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ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTANT

State of Florida

Department of Environmental Protection

This position is located in Tallahassee, FL.

Position Overview and Responsibilities:

This Environmental Consultant position is part of the Florida Geological Survey’s Geologic Sample Acquisition and Management (GSAM) section involved in the FGS’s Florida Geological Survey Mapping Initiative (FGSMI). You will supervise an Environmental Specialist III position within the GSAM section, including setting expectations and evaluating performance of duties. Fieldwork will be a major component of this position’s duties including conducting fieldwork, recording observations, sampling outcrops and exposures, geophysical data collection, and collecting core samples. You will use the knowledge gained through fieldwork, examination of geologic samples, and geophysical data interpretation to complete new geologic maps. Most importantly, the work that this position will be involved with will help the FGS construct a better geologic understanding of the state of Florida as well as similar geologic environments in our natural world.

This is a managerial scientist position requiring professional experience in geology. Supervises a geologist involved in mapping and other geologic projects, including on core drilling projects. Responsible for setting expectations, determining work plans and field schedules, and evaluating performance. Become familiar with geologic sample collection with core drilling and direct push equipment. Crosstrain on operation of the borehole and surface geophysical tools to collect data at project-specified intervals; learn to process and interpret geophysical logs. Perform detailed lithologic descriptions of geologic samples, especially those drilled by FGS for ongoing mapping efforts.

Serves as a District Geologist as assigned, including managing a lithologic description contract if applicable, and supervising part-time OPS staff describer. Responsible for tracking budget and progress, providing updates as needed, and invoicing completed work.

Conducts statewide geological investigations. Collects geologic data to aid in the construction of geologic maps and geologic products that facilitate the completion of various projects. Conducts field investigations that may include core drilling, outcrop sampling, geophysical data collection and interpretation, and any other methods necessary to further the understanding of Florida’s geologic history. Will produce geologic maps, cross sections, and other geologic products as required. Must be familiar with techniques for describing the lithology of Florida’s geologic formations and must be familiar with the lithostratigraphic units recognized in Florida.  Must be willing and able to conduct geologic field work throughout the State of Florida and must be familiar with field sampling and field data collection techniques.

Responds to public inquiries and requests for geologic information about sinkholes or other aspects of Florida geology.  May provide public lectures and presentations to customers about Florida geology.

Other duties as required.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of or ability to learn the stratigraphy of Florida and how to identify geologic formations.
• Knowledge of the techniques used for describing the lithology, paleontology, and mineralogy of rocks and sediment.
• Knowledge and experience in geologic field mapping.
• Knowledge of the procedures, equipment and materials used in laboratory testing and analysis of geologic materials.
• Knowledge of the methods and techniques of scientific geophysical/geological investigations and field sample and data collection.
• Skilled in use of personal computers, scientific calculators, scientific reference sources and computer programs necessary to produce reports, geologic maps, cross-sections and other graphical representations of geologic data.
• Skilled in analyzing and solving geologic problems
• Ability or willingness to learn to work on drill rigs as needed for geologic data collection.
• Ability to produce quality written reports and scientific publications as the result of conducting geologic research and mapping.
• Ability to collect, record, and analyze/interpret scientific data relating to the science of geology, and geophysical/seismic data collection.
• Ability to apply the scientific method to geologic problems.
• Ability to communicate effectively and courteously, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and coordinate personnel and work assignments.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to travel and work in excess of 40 hours per week as required, including work asymmetric schedule (8/6).
• Ability to plan and participate in fieldwork as needed for research projects.
• Ability to maintain a valid Class E driver license.

Minimum Qualifications:

• At least 2 years of verifiable related experience in geologic sample description and mapping. Post-secondary degrees from an accredited college or university with a major in Geology or Environmental Science 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

• This is a medically monitored position

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:

Professional Geologist License

Geologist in Training (GIT)

Pay:

The annual salary for this position is $53,917.08

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;
• 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.