ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST I - 37021063

Requisition No: 857909 

Agency: Environmental Protection

Working Title: ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST I - 37021063

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 37021063 

Salary:  $43,230/annually 

Posting Closing Date: 08/15/2025 

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Environmental Specialist III

Position Number 37021060

State of Florida

Department of Environmental Protection

This position is located in Tallahassee, FL

Position Overview and Responsibilities:

The Submerged Lands and Environmental Resource Coordination (SLERC) program is accepting applications for a full-time career service Environmental Specialist I position. The SLERC program is responsible for the consistent implementation of the Environmental Resource Permitting (ERP) programs statewide.

The ERP Program regulates activities in, on or over surface waters or wetlands, as well as any activity involving the alteration of surface water flows. This is an entry-level professional environmental position conducting audits, documenting audit results in reports related to State Environmental Resource Permits and Formal Determinations. Duties will include drafting and preparing audit reports, reviewing survey and GIS information related to regulatory actions, performing data entry, identifying missing information and making recommendations on more efficient ways to compile the data.  The position will also be involved in the preparation and development of training and auditing materials and planning documents to ensure consistent data entry.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of the physical and natural sciences relative to environmental resources
• Knowledge of the Department's regulatory programs, soil science in Florida; hydric soils in Florida; application of Florida's unified wetland delineation Rule 62-340, F.A.C.; identifying and delineating Florida wetlands
• Knowledge of computers and the Microsoft suite of applications
• Knowledge of training techniques and principles
• Skilled at organization and good communication
• Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing
• Ability to provide effective presentations to the public and staff
• Ability to prepare clear, concise and articulate procedures, rules, letters and presentation materials
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff and the public
• Ability to work independently, collect, analyze and synthesize scientific and technical data
• Ability to understand and apply rules, directives, policies and procedures
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Ability to travel as needed to perform training, participate in meetings and attend conferences
• Ability to maintain a valid driver’s license
• Ability to travel extensively throughout Florida and work extended hours and endure physically demanding field inspections

Minimum Qualifications:

• At least four years of verifiable related experience in engineering, environmental science or a natural science. Post secondary degrees from an accredited college or university with a major in engineering, environmental science or one of the natural sciences may be used as an alternative for the required four years of experience on a year for year basis.
• Ability to travel
• A valid Florida 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:

• Experience related to the Environmental Resource Permitting (ERP) Program (permitting, compliance, enforcement and state lands) or similar state or Federal dredge and fill program experience.
• Experience collecting and analyzing data and drafting technical reports
• Experience with the rules and statutes governing the State’s regulatory and proprietary programs.
• Experience with GIS and Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and Power Point.

Pay:

Salary: $43,230

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.