ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTANT - 37021006

Requisition No: 859165 

Agency: Environmental Protection

Working Title: ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTANT - 37021006

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 37021006 

Salary:  $4,493.09 monthly; $53,917.08 annually 

Posting Closing Date: 09/04/2025 

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ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTANT

State of Florida

Department of Environmental Protection

This position is located in Tallahassee, FL

Anticipated Vacancy

Position Overview and Responsibilities:

ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTANT (GIS) 37021006

Division Support within the Division of Water Restoration Assistance

This position requires the incumbent to have a broad working knowledge of Geographic Information System (GIS) technology to perform tasks related to the management, manipulation, and visualization of geospatial data. Employee will be responsible for assisting other program staff to use relevant spatial datasets and GIS applications when needed, as well as to provide the overall technical expertise for the use of geospatial data.

In carrying out the duties of this position, the incumbent is expected at all times to be aware of and abide by the Department’s Standards of Conduct, as well as any and all departmental and/or work unit rules, directives, policies, procedures, and/or general orders applicable to performing the duties of this position.

This is an advanced environmental position in the Division of Water Restoration Assistance (DWRA) which requires the incumbent to have a broad working knowledge of Geographic Information System (GIS) technology to perform tasks related to the management, manipulation, and visualization of geospatial data to coordinate the functions performed by DWRA for the State.

Acts as the Division GIS Coordinator the incumbent will be responsible for the management and distribution of geospatial data following the policies, procedures, and methods in accordance with FDEP Office of Information Services (OTIS), GIS section and the Florida Geographic Information Office (GIO). Keeps abreast of new GIS tools, data, software, architecture migrations and other issues impacting the Agency. Act as data steward for the Division’s spatial data both programmatically and as part of the DEP enterprise GIS library. Learn the process of formatting and spatial data QA, as well as preparing the metadata documentation. Act as point of contact for the enterprise Map Direct application focuses for the Division. Responsible for assisting other program staff to use relevant spatial datasets and GIS applications when needed, as well as to provide the overall technical expertise for the use of geospatial data.

Assist Division office with creating GIS Storymaps, including interactive (ESRI, Tableau, or Qlik) dashboards designed to explore the investments (and benefits) of water restoration projects. Create Ad hoc maps for events, postings, etc. Visualization of project status by watershed (e.g., Qlik or ESRI). Maintain project data within the Deepwater Horizon Program web map. Required tasks may include, but not limited to, preparing maps, rectifying aerial imagery, performing data analysis and calculations, performing quality assurance/quality control of data, digitizing legal descriptions, development and maintenance of geodatabases, publishing and distribution of geospatial data through the Department’s enterprise library and online applications, providing technical assistance to program staff related to GIS software, development of custom script tools to automatize repetitive tasks, prepare online dash boards and story maps for program staff and for the public.

Acts as the DWRA data governance officer for the Enterprise Grants System (EGS), provide quality assurance guidelines for the EGS.  Provide assistance to the Division office with regular data quality assurance checks in EGS, EnABLE, and other databases. Help ensure that the data we are using for reporting is of the best quality and provides accurate information for leadership requests.

Acts as OCULUS Administrator for the division, coordinating with OTIS to grant access and permissions within the system.  Coordinating with division staff and OTIS to assist with dispositioning records that are past their retention period.

Represent the Division in the IT Workgroup which provides tactical and operational input regarding technology issues, objectives, standards and projects. Serving as the primary liaison between the Division and OTIS and will be responsible for leading IT communications and initiatives for staff.

Other tasks may include preparing documentation and presentations, preparing GIS training for other program staff, and participate in meetings and trainings from other programs.

Perform other related tasks as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of:

• grant funding, concepts, terminology, and techniques related to surveying, mapping and cartography, geodesy, and engineering support
• the general functions for spatial analysis, 3D analysis
• general geodatabase management, SQL programing, and metadata writing

Knowledge of and skill in:

• ESRI GIS-related software including but not limited to, ArcGIS Pro, ESRI’s Story Maps, ESRI’s Dashboards, Survey123 Connect, Field Maps, ArcGIS AppStudio;
  ArcGIS Online applications including but not limited to web maps, hosted feature services, web apps, dashboards, story maps, ArcGIS Notebooks or Jupyter Notebooks

Ability to:

• evaluate and analyze data relating to grants management activities
• design workflow charts and/or process information logically
• identify complex workflows that would benefit from the use of custom scripts or add-ins
• create custom field data collection forms with the use of software
• process, analyze and create mapping products and applications using coastal shoreline survey data, aerial photography, Lidar data, project and permit extents data, and still and video archives
• communicate technical information effectively, orally and in writing, to users and information technology personnel
• work independently and in a group
• determine work priorities, assign work and ensure proper completion of work assignments
• establish and maintain effective working relationships with others

Minimum Qualifications:

• A Valid driver’s license.
• At least 4 years of verifiable related experience with a minimum 2 years’ experience with GIS mapping, and advanced skills in Excel.  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.

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:

• More than 2 years’ experience in ESRI ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online usage.
• Knowledge and skills in Microsoft Excel office scripts and Power Query.
• Excellent communication and people skills.
• Excellent organization and time management skills. 
• Python coding

Pay:

$4,493.09 monthly; $53,917.08 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:

Division of Water Restoration Assistance

Douglas Building

3900 Commonwealth Boulevard

Tallahassee, FL 32399

Tallahassee, Florida’s Capitol City, lined with rolling hills, oak trees, and canopied roads combines 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. It is located less than an hour from Gulf of Mexico beaches, the Apalachicola National Forest, the St. Marks Wildlife Refuge, and waterbodies like bays, creeks, rivers, and springs to explore. No state income tax for residents of 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);
• Flexible Spending Accounts;
• Tuition waivers;
• And more!

For a more 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.