ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST III (PENDING RECLASSIFICATION) - 37011481

Requisition No: 844853 

Agency: Environmental Protection

Working Title: ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST III (PENDING RECLASSIFICATION) - 37011481

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 37011481 

Salary:  Annual Salary: $52,530.00-$54,000.00 (Commensurate with experience) 

Posting Closing Date: 03/17/2025 

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ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST III - 37011481

State of Florida

Department of Environmental Protection

Division of Waste Management

Pending Reclassification

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. 

The Work You Will Do:

This Environmental Specialist III position facilitates the performance of contamination assessment and remedial action activities by qualified cleanup contractors for state-funded petroleum cleanup projects. They review site cleanup files and historic activities and expenditures and negotiate site-specific scopes of work with contractors and professional staff. They review contractor proposed cleanup activities for technical and administrative adequacy and conformance with applicable statutes, Department rules, procedures, and guidance. They work with Senior and Technical Staff to complete Work Orders and review technical documents pertaining to petroleum site cleanup. The employee must gain knowledge and experience in all aspects of the Petroleum Restoration Program including the state-funded programs such as Early Detection Incentive (EDI), Abandoned Tank Restoration Program (ATRP), Petroleum Liability Restoration Insurance Program (PLRIP), and Petroleum Cleanup Participation Program (PCPP). The ideal candidate should possess the ability to work independently and with colleagues to aid the rest of the Program to research, plan, and work with industry contractors to implement complex assessments and remediation designs which fall under applicable state and federal rules, statutes and regulations related to Contaminated Site Cleanups.

The Difference You Will Make:

This position is critical for the successful completion of assessment and remediation of petroleum contaminated sites in Florida. The ideal candidate will utilize knowledge and experience to evaluate site conditions at contaminated facilities in order to help the environmental industry find an economical and successful solution to bring Florida lands back to a condition sustainable for future generations The Program provides funding to conduct these activities to protect the State’s natural resources and drinking water along with the health and welfare of the citizens of Florida. The Environmental Specialist III will work with the Administration, Professional Engineers, and Professional Geologists to develop Scopes of Work and Task Assignments for the various state-funded petroleum programs along with review and processing of technical documents and invoices following 376, F.S. and applicable Department rules and guidance documents.  The ES-III will work with other managers to plan and prioritize activities and projects in line with DEP’s strategic objectives.

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 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. 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);
• Flexible Spending Accounts;
• Tuition waivers;
• And more!

For a more complete list of benefits, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com.

Pay: Annual Salary: $52,530.00 - $54,000.00 (Commensurate with experience)

Your Specific Responsibilities:

• This is an intermediate-level position that is responsible for performing site management  and technical review, and the remediation of petroleum contaminated sites pursuant to Chapter 62-780, Florida Administrative Code (F.A.C.).  The employee in this position will report to the Section Environmental Administrator.  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 rules, directives, policies, procedures, and/or general orders applicable to performing the duties of this position. The allocation of duties for the position are as follows:

• This specialized environmental remediation management position will personally oversee the performance of the contamination assessment and remedial action activities at state-funded environmental rehabilitation projects in the Petroleum Restoration Program (PRP).  Develops and prepares Statements of Work (SOW), Task Assignments and Purchase Orders. Interacts with Agency Term Contractors (ATCs), monitors ATC’s performance and completes evaluations of their work after each Purchase Order is completed.  Interacts with owners/responsible parties, reviews ATC recommended actions, reviews SOWs with the assistance of technical support personnel and negotiates elements with ATCs. Assists in making recommendations for corrective actions, negotiates necessary changes and prepares work change orders. Performs site inspections as needed.

• Performs reviews of technical reports/documents and interfaces with technical support staff to determine the best and most efficient course to contaminated site closures.  Reviews and approves ATC invoices for correctly completed work. Monitors the environmental rehabilitation occurring at assigned facilities/discharges and the ATCs efficiency in accomplishing the cleanup activities in a cost-effective and timely manner according to Agency Term Contract.  Performs input and tracking of petroleum contamination cleanup data from deliverables, invoices, etc. into electronic data management systems and maintains file management and tracking.  Develops and maintains documentation to be utilized in the evaluation of ATCs performance.  Assists in the development of projections (technical and financial) for assigned facilities/discharges. Should be knowledgeable about using Storage Tank Contamination Monitoring (STCM), OCULUS, and Ariba-on-Demand (AoD).

• Assists Team Leader, Advanced Cleanup (AC) Coordinator, Consent Order Tracking Coordinator and the Performance Based Cleanup (PBC) Coordinator with tracking the progress of AC, PBC, Consent Order, and Performance Based Advanced Cleanup (PBAC) facilities and associated agreements. Assists with preparations for negotiations with ATCs, assists with the development of associated agreements, SOWs and Purchase Orders.

• Assists the PRP and Division of Waste Management with development and updating of related guidance, training, processes and procedures.

• Responds to information requests from government, co-workers, private entities, consultants, and the general public concerning program/project activities.

• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge/familiarity with the concepts and principles of contamination assessment, remediation, and evaluation of associated costs therewith.
• Knowledge of the Petroleum Cleanup provisions of Section 376, F.S. and applicable Department rules and guidance.
• Knowledge of Geologic and Hydrogeologic concepts and principles.
• Knowledge of general site assessment and remediation terminology and techniques.
• Skill in using personal computers, writing and spreadsheet software. Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work independently. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a diverse group of professionals.
• Ability to plan and organize a complex workload and utilize problem-solving techniques.
• Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures. 
• Ability to analyze and interpret scientific and technical data.
• Ability to provide guidance and/or training on complex and/or controversial Program documents.
• Ability to successfully draft/evaluate complex and/or controversial documents or similar compliance concerns with sufficient expertise for managing complex issues.
• Ability to conduct inspections.
• Ability to maintain a valid driver’s license and travel.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and three years of verifiable related experience; or Any combination of post-secondary education or verifiable related experience, as described above, for a total of seven years.
• OSHA Saftey Training

Other Job-Related Requirements for this position: 

• Valid Driver’s License.
• Be able to travel. 

POSITION OF SPECIAL TRUST REQUIREMENT: This position is designated as a Position of Special Trust in accordance with DEP-422 (Positions of Special Trust or Responsibility). Any applicant being considered for employment must successfully complete a Level 2 State and National criminal history check as a condition of employment before beginning employment, and also be screened in accordance with the requirements of Chapter 435, F.S.  No applicant may begin employment until the background screening results are received, reviewed for any disqualifying offenses, and approved by the Agency.  

Contact Information:

Kristen Sapp, Environmental Administrator

Petroleum Restoration Program/Petroleum Section I

Email: Kristen.Sapp@FloridaDEP.gov

Phone Number: 850-245-8916

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@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.