ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II - 37021016

Requisition No: 866107 

Agency: Environmental Protection

Working Title: ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II - 37021016

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 37021016 

Salary:  $3,945.84 monthly; $47,350.08 yearly 

Posting Closing Date: 12/21/2025 

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ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II

State of Florida

Department of Environmental Protection

This position is located in Tallahassee, FL

Position Overview and Responsibilities:

ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II (37021016) 2 positions available

Clean Water State Revolving Fund Program 

Division of Water Restoration Assistance

This position will primarily provide technical review and approval of asset management plans, facilities plans, plans & specifications, and construction oversight. This position will be involved with implementing the State Revolving Fund Loan Program authorized under Title VI of the Clean Water Act, Section 1452 of the Safe Drinking Water Act, Chapter 403.1835, F.S., Chapter 403.8532, F.S., and the Small Community Wastewater Construction Grants program authorized under Chapter 403.1838, F.S.  The incumbent will be required to work 40-hour work weeks, Monday through Friday, and be present for work between the core hours of 9AM – 3PM on site at your workstation.

Compliance with the processing requirements of Chapter 215.422, F.S. is mandatory. Persistent failure to comply with this section by any agency of the state shall constitute good cause for discharge of employees duly found responsible, or predominantly responsible, for failure to comply.

This is a first level intermediate environmental position as it pertains to Federal Clean Water and Safe Drinking Water Acts, Chapter 403, Florida Statutes, and Chapters 62-503, 62-505, and 62-552, Florida Administrative Code (F.A.C.), manage or assist in the management of the planning, design, and construction phase of projects. Responsibilities include reviews, and coordination of reviews by experts, of planning documents to ensure the scope of the document is eligible and appropriate; of plans and specifications and permits to ensure conformity with planning documentation; and of disbursement requests and change orders for eligibility and accuracy; as well as, coordinating construction inspections to ensure the construction is in accordance with the accepted plans and specifications and program requirements.

File documents in the agency filing database.

Assist project managers and inspectors with document filing and tracking related to compliance with federal requirements for    construction projects, including Buy American Building America (BABA), American Iron & Steel (AIS), and the Davis Bacon Act.

Assist project managers with application and tracking of waiver requests for BABA and AIS.

Assist with the Clean Watershed Needs Survey.

Prepare or assist in preparation and publication of environmental information documents, ensuring the environmental information is adequately addressed in compliance with Chapters 62-503, 62-505, and 62-552, F.A.C.

Manage or assist in the management of state contracts for technical assistance for the state revolving fund programs.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of:

• the concepts, terminology, principles, of construction management
• public works financing concepts and terminology
• governmental funding programs for public works
• environmental problems and mitigation thereof

Skill in:

• professional use of Microsoft Office Suite 

Ability to:

• communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• plan, organize, prioritize, coordinate, and carry out work assignments
• understand and apply applicable rules, policies, and procedures
• establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
• demonstrate a high level of computer competency

Minimum Qualifications:

• A Valid driver’s license.

Applicable Job-Specific License or Certifications:

• Obtain and maintain a valid and active Florida Certified Contract Manager certification within 12 months of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in managing state agreements and contracts and the state procurement process.
• Florida Certified Contract Manager (FCCM) status.
• Knowledge of environmental issues and laws, especially as they relate to water and ecosystem issues in Florida.
• Excellent communication and people skills.
• Excellent organization and time management skills. 

Pay:

$3,945.84 monthly; $47,350.08 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);
• Tuition waivers;
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• 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.