OPS ENVIROMENTAL SPECIALIST II - 37915044

Requisition No: 887563 

Agency: Environmental Protection

Working Title: OPS ENVIROMENTAL SPECIALIST II - 37915044

 Pay Plan: Temp

Position Number: 37915044 

Salary:  $18.00 - $22.00 hour 

Posting Closing Date: 11/29/2026 

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OPS Environmental Specialist II

State of Florida

Department of Environmental Protection

This position is located in Tallahassee, FL

Position Overview and Responsibilities:

Conduct geophysical surveys in the field including ground-penetrating radar (GPR), electrical resistivity tomography (ERT), seismic surveys, and transient electromagnetic surveys (TEM). Conducts lithologic descriptions of undescribed boreholes as needed. Enters geologic/hydrologic data to aid in the construction of geologic maps and geologic products that facilitate the completion of project each year. Conducts field and lab-based investigations that may include geophysical data collection/interpretation, outcrop sampling, boreholes descriptions, and any other methods necessary to further the understanding of Florida's geologic history. Must be familiar with standard geologic sample description techniques. Must be willing to learn about geophysical data collection. Must be willing to learn the lithostratigraphy of Florida's geologic units. Field work is an essential requirement of this position and will be conducted frequently. Must be willing and able to conduct geologic field work and carry equipment in tough field conditions. Must be proficient with basic computer software including Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office products. Must be willing to learn database management and be able to input geologic data into FGS' GEODES database. Must be willing to learn how to use geographic information systems (GIS) software.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of, or ability to learn geophysical data collection methods and field techniques.
• Knowledge of, or ability to learn the stratigraphy of Florida and how to identify geologic formations.
• Knowledge of the techniques used for describing the lithology, paleontology and mineralogy of rocks and sediment.
• Skilled in use of personal computers, scientific calculators, scientific reference sources and computer programs necessary to produce reports, geologic maps, cross-sections and other graphical representations of geologic data.
• Skilled in analyzing and solving geologic problems.
• Ability to apply the scientific method to geologic problems.
• Ability to communicate effectively and courteously, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and coordinate personnel and work assignments.
• Ability to work independently or with a team.

Minimum Qualifications:

At least four years of verifiable related experience. Post-secondary degrees from an accredited college or university with a major in geology, geophysics or similar science may be used as an alternative for the required years of experience on a year-for-year basis. A credential evaluation report from an approved agency must be submitted along with all foreign degrees.

Preferred Qualifications:

Additional graduate level education or work experience is preferred.

Additional reviews may be performed to screen for preferred qualifications, experience and education. You may be contacted to participate in an additional selection process which may consist of written exercises, work samples, skills tests, and interviews. Support of knowledge, skills, and abilities should be demonstrated on the application, in the education, in the work experience, in the work sample, in the interview and/or during reference checks.

Pay:

$18.00 - 22.00 / hour

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 benefits package for eligible OPS employees includes:

• Participation in state group insurance (must meet eligibility requirements*).
• State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan (tax deferred Retirement Savings Plan, for more information, please visit Corebridge Financial).
• Flexible Spending Accounts;
• And more!

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

*Seasonal and part-time OPS employees (less than 30 hours average per week) refer to the links above for detailed eligibility requirements.

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.

Contact Information

Richard Sanborn, HR Liaison 

Office of Resilience and Coastal Protection

Florida Department of Environmental Protection

Richard.Sanborn@FloridaDEP.gov

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.