ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST III - 37020965

Requisition No: 861099 

Agency: Environmental Protection

Working Title: ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST III - 37020965

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 37020965 

Salary:  $53,580.60 

Posting Closing Date: 10/01/2025 

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Environmental Specialist III - 37020965

State of Florida

Department of Environmental Protection

Office of Resilience and Coastal Protection

Resilient Florida Program – Technical Support Section

THIS IS NOT AN IT, COMPUTER SCIENCE OR SOFTWARE POSITION

OPEN COMPETITIVE

Position Overview and Responsibilities:

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 any and all departmental and/or work unit rules, directives, policies, procedures and/or general orders applicable to performing the duties of this position.

This intermediate environmental position will support the Florida Resilient Program and requires a broad working knowledge of engineering, geology, data science, and environmental science. Provides technical assistance for planning, funding, permitting, and monitoring of resilience adaptation projects, as well as assisting in the development of policy and procedures. This position requires effective communication and coordination with staff, grant applicants, regional planners, local, state, and federal governmental agencies, and other departmental entities in pursuit of the overall mission to improve resilience to climate change and sea level rise for the state’s regionally significant assets.

Specific duties and responsibilities include: 

• Technical environmental program support for Florida Resilient grants. This includes aiding the grant manager on deliverable reviews, grant workplan reviews, scope of work changes, and eligibility issues. Assists with the development of guidelines for the review of project data and the criteria for compliance with statutes, rules and policies related to coastal construction and environmental resources. 
• Conducts technical reviews of proposed adaptation projects, resilience related monitoring data, and analysis of vulnerability studies. Provides written comments to the project manager.  Participates in meetings as necessary with designated staff to discuss projects and to coordinate the completion of technical reviews.
• Assists with resilience related projects and processes in collaboration with ORCP staff and contractors and prepares reports with recommendations for long-term strategies. 
• Conducts on-site inspections to evaluate project tasks and deliverables, grant compliance and project performance. 
• Assists in review of grant applications. Identifies and documents eligible entities and projects based on application and statute. Evaluates and scores applications. Provides QA support on application evaluations. Works with planning, GIS, and SalesForce team to enhance evaluation process and provide training materials.
• Assist in any other Florida Resilient projects funded by the section or DEP. Duties include data review, data creation, deliverable review, scope of work (SOW) creation, report writing, project management assistance, coordination with other sections, and invoicing.  
• Assists in development and review of data products used to analyze program information and streamline processes. This may involve geodatabases, spatial layers, dashboards, mobile applications, Salesforce data sources and coordination with GIS section.
• Coordinate with planning section on education and outreach. This includes developing training materials for applicants and grantees, attending workshops/conferences/open houses, and acting as backup on event scheduling and logistics.
• Represents the Florida Resilient staff in meetings with  applicants, at public meetings, and at Department and interagency discussions related to projects and policy issues. 
• 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.
• In performing the duties of this position, the incumbent will need to develop and maintain working knowledge, skills and abilities in resilience or engineering; and knowledge of the statutes, rules, and policies related to coastal construction and environmental resources, pursuant to Chapters 161, 373 and 403, Florida Statutes. 
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of urban and regional planning concepts and/or engineering concepts/practices.
• Knowledge of coastal resiliency planning practices.
• Knowledge of post-disaster planning practices.
• Demonstrated skill in applying Chapters 163 and 380, F.S.
• Knowledge of the development process and permitting programs.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to establish effective working relationships and negotiate effectively.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office and ArcGIS desktop and mobile applications.
• Ability to apply critical thinking for planning/infrastructure problems.
• Ability to independently exercise sound judgment performing duties.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and manage time efficiently.
• Ability to provide technical assistance to Department staff, local governments, and other external stakeholders.
• Skills in methods of collecting, compiling, organizing, and analyzing data.
• Knowledge of GIS and database management practices.
• Ability to develop data products to streamline data analysis.

• Knowledge, skills and abilities in resilience or engineering; and knowledge of the statutes, rules, and policies related to coastal construction and environmental resources, pursuant to Chapters 161, 373 and 403, Florida Statutes.

Minimum Qualifications:

• At least six years of verifiable related experience.  Post-secondary degrees from an accredited college or university may be used as an alternative for the required six years of experience on a year-for-year basis.
• Maintain a valid driver’s license.
• Travel

Applicants may be required to provide additional information as part of the screening process to verify experience that relates to the necessary KSAs of the position prior to being offered an interview.

Pay:

$53,580.60

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

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.