ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST I - 37010940

Requisition No: 885649 

Agency: Environmental Protection

Working Title: ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST I - 37010940

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 37010940 

Salary:  Annually $43,617 - $46,617 (Commensurate based on experience) 

Posting Closing Date: 11/06/2026 

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Environmental Specialist l

State of Florida

Department of Environmental Protection

This position is located in Tallahassee, FL

Position Overview and Responsibilities:

This is an entry-level environmental specialist position in the Office of Air Monitoring (OAM) in the Division of Air Resource Management (DARM).  This position is primarily responsible for providing support to DARM related air monitoring activities, including providing database maintenance support, developing and revising  various types of air monitoring quality assurance user documentation, including standard operating procedures (SOPs), technical notes, how-to guides, references, manuals, forms and instructions; reviewing and making technical environmental evaluations and recommendations concerning the collection, analysis and reporting of ambient air quality data; and gaining  knowledge of the Division’s Laboratory operations. This position requires being a respectful team member and displaying a cooperative attitude.

Air Monitoring Database Support: Assist in the DEP Air Monitoring Validation Program (AirMVP) database for the statewide ambient air monitoring program including the following duties: updates to the site, parameter, area and security code files; updates, additions, and deletions to the database as required; assists the field technicians, local programs and industries with questions/problems; assists with data entry issues from the field technicians and local programs as required; retrieves and disseminates data or information to internal and external customers as needed. Work closely with the Division’s staff and the Department’s Information Technology personnel in maintaining the AirMVP.

Documentation Support: Provides support in the preparation of standard operating procedures (SOPs) and forms used in the ambient monitoring and quality assurance program areas. Reviews, modifies, and distributes SOPs, forms, and quality assurance documentation to comply with environmental standards, regulations, policies, and procedures. 

Data Validation Support: Performs data validation to ensure data quality goals have been achieved to ensure that all project requirements are met and determine the impact on data quality for those that were not met, ensuring the accuracy, completeness, validity and compliance with regulatory guidelines The performance of the data validation functions is to ascertain the usability of the data and to ensure that results obtained are legally defensible.

Data Evaluations/Audits: Performs periodic data reviews and audits to ensure that data has been collected, analyzed, and handled in accordance with applicable federal and state regulations and established air monitoring policies and procedures to ensure consistency throughout the statewide program; makes recommendations that contribute to improvements in the quality system; conducts follow-up audits/data reviews to monitor progress; prepares written reports consistent with applicable regulations and policies.

Meeting and Training Support: Records, distributes, and archives meeting, training notes, and supporting materials.  Develops training support materials (presentations, videos, etc.) for program training events. Participates in program related training events.

Laboratory Operations Support: Gains knowledge of the Division’s Laboratory operations.

Performs other duties as required by the Administrator or designee.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of the terminology, principles and analytical techniques of the physical and natural sciences

Knowledge of data collection and analysis principles and procedures

Knowledge of the Code of Federal Regulations and State of Florida Administrative Codes as they apply to the quality assurance for ambient air monitoring

Knowledge of the capabilities of the various State and Local air monitoring programs

Skilled in using personal computers

Skilled in performing basic math calculations

Skilled in database programs and records maintenance

Ability to collect, evaluate, analyze and interpret scientific and technical data

Ability to prepare technical reports

Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures relating to environmental programs

Ability to work independently

Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments

Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others

Ability to contribute to the success of the organization

Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds

Ability to be an effective, conscientious and respectful team member, in the performance of job duties.

Minimum Qualifications:

Valid Driver License

Required to travel on state business

At least four years of verifiable related experience or a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in one of the natural science fields or engineering. Post-secondary degrees from an accredited college or university may be used as an alternative for the required four years of verifiable related experience on a year-for-year basis.

Additional reviews may be performed to screen for preferred qualifications, experience and education. You may be contacted to participate in an additional selection process which may consist of written exercises, work samples, skills tests, and interviews. Support of knowledge, skills, and abilities should be demonstrated on the application, in the education, in the work experience, in the work sample, in the interview and/or during reference checks.

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.

Pay:

Salary Range Annually $43,617 - $46,617 (Commensurate based on 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;
• 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.

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.