ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTANT - 37020964 Pending Reclassification to Professional Engineer III

Requisition No: 882804 

Agency: Environmental Protection

Working Title: ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTANT - 37020964 Pending Reclassification to Professional Engineer III

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 37020964 

Salary:  $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 

Posting Closing Date: 09/22/2026 

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Environmental Consultant - 37020964

PENDING RECLASSIFICATION TO PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER III

State of Florida

Department of Environmental Protection

Office of Resilience and Coastal Protection

Resilient Florida Program – Technical Support Section

This position is located in Tallahassee, FL

Position Overview and Responsibilities:

This is advanced professional engineering position in the Resilient Florida Program, requiring licensure by the State Board of Professional Engineers.  The incumbent of this position will be primarily involved with reviewing adaptation strategies and implementation projects in receipt of associated grant funding. Professional engineering judgment is required in that this complex work requires successful interaction with other highly skilled professional engineers in government and in private practice and an evaluation of the adequacy of their work.  Also, professional engineering knowledge is required to ensure that the proposed infrastructure projects are appropriate and that the facilities are constructed in accordance with good engineering practice.  Travel to project sites locations may be required. This role requires sound engineering judgement to play a critical part in advancing statewide resiliency efforts through the Resilient Florida Program.

• Responsible for the reviews of planning documents, including nature-based solutions, sewer, storm and drinking water system vulnerability assessments and site-specific studies, prepared by other professional engineers.  The review of these documents includes ensuring the scope of the document is eligible and appropriate for program participation.  Also, coordinates the interdisciplinary reviews by experts (clearinghouse review) representing Department and other governmental agencies. 
• Manages development and review of grant work plans and scope of work changes for technical completeness and eligibility.
• Reviews directly or oversees technical staff reviews of plans and specifications and their conformity with facilities planning documentation.  This review includes establishing conformity of bidding information with plans and specifications and reviewing the value engineering documentation if applicable. 

• Reviews contractor deliverables and provides solutions to any issues that arise for any work funded through the Resilient Florida program or ORCP.
• Technical support for field staff team – including training staff on materials, equipment, and engineering techniques associated with each project. Act as aid to field staff Environmental Manager to identify any process improvements and provide solutions that arise from grantee projects.
• Support leadership with any data requests, technical reporting, impact briefings, and guidance to aid and improve the Resilient Florida program.
• Review grant applications and supporting documentation for technical completeness and eligibility and provide clear, concise, and defensible technical comments and recommendations. The review of these documents includes interpreting applicable statutes, rules, and program guidance to ensure consistent application review, identifying deficiencies, risks, and inconsistencies in submitted applications, and coordinating with internal staff and subject matter experts to support interdisciplinary review processes
• Perform other duties as required.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong technical review and analytical skills
• Ability to evaluate projects against defined criteria and make clear “meets/exceeds” determinations
• Deep understanding of building codes and engineering standards
• Ability to identify gaps, risks, and inconsistencies in engineering proposals
• Clear and effective written communication skills
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Ability to work collaboratively with technical and non-technical reviewers to ensure accurate and consistent eligibility evaluations.
• Experience in engineering design, plan review, or technical evaluation
• Working knowledge of the Florida Building Code
• Familiarity with Floodplain Management concepts
• Experience conducting code-based plan review or compliance determinations
• Background in stormwater, flood mitigation, coastal, or water infrastructure projects
• Familiarity with FEMA guidance, elevation standards, or hazard mitigation planning
• Experience working with state or local government programs

Minimum Qualifications:

• At least four years of verifiable related experience in engineering. Post-secondary degrees from an accredited college or university with a major in Engineering 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.
• Active licensure as a Professional Engineer (P.E.) in the State of Florida
• A valid driver license.

Pay:

$65,000.00 - $75,000.00

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.

Contact Information

Rick Sanborn, HR Liaison 

Office of Resilience and Coastal Protection

Florida Department of Environmental Protection

Richard.Sanborn@FloridaDEP.gov

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.