ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II - 37021053 1 1

Requisition No: 839964 

Agency: Environmental Protection

Working Title: ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II - 37021053 1 1

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 37021053 

Salary:  $46,350.00 

Posting Closing Date: 11/08/2024 

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Environmental Specialist II  (37021053)

State of Florida

Department of Environmental Protection

Office of Resilience and Coastal Protection

Resilient Florida Program – Grant Management Section

OPEN COMPETITIVE

Previous Applicants Need Not Reapply

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 create strong community partnerships, safeguard Florida’s natural resources and enhance its ecosystem. 

The Work You Will Do:

The Environmental Specialist II position is responsible for managing cost reimbursement grant agreements for the Resilient Florida Program, as well as coordinating with local governments, engineers, planning consultants, and regulatory agencies for successful project completion.

The Difference You Will Make:

The Resilient Florida Program was established during the 2021 Legislative Session with the passage of SB1954/HB7019 and the creation of section 380.093, Florida Statutes. This legislation will ensure that communities have the resources they need for resilience planning and project implementation as well as creating a framework for a cohesive, coordinated approach to address the impacts of sea level rise, effects of intensified storms, and localized flooding.

The program administers the Resilient Florida Grant Program, complete a comprehensive statewide flood vulnerability and sea level rise data set and assessment, develop annual Resilience Plans consisting of prioritized projects for funding consideration, support Regional Resilience Entities and collaborate with the Florida Flood Hub of Applied Research and Innovation.  The program includes sections devoted to planning, grant and budget management, technical support, and data management.

How You Will Grow:

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 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.  Boasting proximity to the coast and centrally located to popular tourist destinations, 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.  Also, with no state income tax, Florida is a great place to work regardless of where you find yourself on the career ladder. 

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.

Pay:  $46,350.00

Your Specific Responsibilities:

This is an intermediate level environmental position. 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 all departmental and/or work unit rules, directives, policies, procedures, and/or general orders applicable to performing the duties of this position.

Utilizing knowledge of the Statues and Regulations governing the Resilient Florida Program this position will:

This position will assist in the development and implementation of statewide measures to assist communities in completing vulnerability assessments and implementing adaptation projects. This will require conducting research to identify compliance actions required to meet the statues and regulations for the Resilient Florida Program.

Serves as an environmental program grant manager for assigned grants and assists other project and grant managers for the Resilient Florida Program grant agreements for the Office of Resilience and Coastal Protection. Coordinates directly with other DEP staff, state and federal agencies, and local authorities to facilitate successful completion of grants. Coordinates and reports on status of grants and projects through all phases including completion. Assists team leader with grants assigned. Coordinates and assists with the review, approvals, and processing of administrative and technical aspects of assigned grants. Prepare and compile grant documents in accordance with the State of Florida, Department and Resilient Florida Program. Monitor project progress, coordinating with grantees and contractors, reviewing deliverables in accordance with Program Statute and the project scope of work, completing required grant and expenditure documents, and providing reports, as required.

Assist with the development and management of the Program grants database, templates, reports, and processes.

The position also coordinates with the other sections and program areas of the Department in pursuit of the overall mission to preserve, restore and protect the environment and natural resources of Florida.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of basic management principles and practices.
• Knowledge of grant and contract best management practices.
• Knowledge of the methods of data collection and analysis. 
• Knowledge of applicable computer applications and basic computer functions.
• Knowledge of and ability to interpret and apply related federal, state, and local laws, ordinances, rules, and regulations.
• Knowledge of and ability to interpret and apply related policies, procedures, principles, and practices.
• Knowledge of terminology, techniques, and principles of environmental resource management.
• Skilled in the use of computer applications, particularly Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat.
• Ability to collect, compile, organize, and analyze data.
• Ability to review and monitor policies and procedures for compliance with applicable requirements. 
• Ability to evaluate and analyze data relating to grant management activities. 
• Ability to compile and review financial data for accuracy, completeness, and compliance.
• Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures relating to grants management activities. 
• Ability to develop and organize data into logical format for presentation in reports, proposals, and other written documents. 
• Ability to utilize problem-solving techniques.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments. 
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Florida Certified Contract Manager Certification or ability to obtain within one (1) year of hire.
• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and two years of verifiable related experience; or any combination of post-secondary education or verifiable related experience, as described above, for total of 6 years.
• A valid driver’s license.

DEP is committed to successfully recruiting and onboarding talented and skilled individuals into its workforce. We recognize the extensive training, experience, and transferrable 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@dep.state.fl.us

Contact Information

Richard Sanborn, HR Liaison 

Office of Resilience and Coastal Protection

Florida Department of Environmental Protection

Richard.Sanborn@FloridaDEP.gov

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.