OPS ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST I - 37936006

Requisition No: 844349 

Agency: Environmental Protection

Working Title: OPS ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST I - 37936006

 Pay Plan: Temp

Position Number: 37936006 

Salary:  $15.00 - $18.00 per hour (commensurate with experience). Full time (preferred), but part time could 

Posting Closing Date: 06/30/2025 

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OPS OPERATIONS ANALYST I 

State of Florida

Department of Environmental Protection

OPEN COMPETITIVE

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 Division of Water Resource Management’s (DWRM) Executive Services Program is accepting applications for an Other Personal Services (OPS) Operations Analyst I position. This position is primarily responsible for assisting with document and file management, scanning of documents, document disposition, data entry and other special projects as assigned. This position also provides coverage and support for the security desk staff.

The Difference You Will Make:

This position plays a critical role in assisting the Onsite Sewage Program with incoming applications. The work of this position will support a range of operational activities intended to improve efficiencies, streamline work processes and provide transparency in business operations.

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 - 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.

Florida Department of Environmental Protection

Division of Water Resource Management

2600 Blair Stone Road

Tallahassee, FL 32399

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*).  For more details consult with People First at 877-562-7287 or go to: https://www.mybenefits.myflorida.com/myhealth/eligibility_and_enrollment/ops_employees.[KJ1] 
• Participation in the Florida Deferred Compensation Plan (457b).  For additional details and online enrollment visit MyFloridaDeferredComp.com.
• State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan (tax deferred Retirement Savings Plan). (For more information, please click  Social Security Alternative Plan (aigrs.com) and read OPS Social Security Alternative Plan.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.

For a more benefits information, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com.

Pay:

$15.00 - $18.00 per hour (commensurate with experience). Full time (preferred), but part time could be arranged.

Your Specific 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.

• Provides assistance to supervisor and staff that includes scanning of documents, archiving of records, file disposition and data entry.
• Assists with program efforts to convert existing paper files into an electronic format, including archiving in the electronic document management system.
• Creates, organizes and maintains electronic files.
• Performs quality assurance and quality control reviews to ensure accuracy of records and data files.
• Assists staff and the public in researching and retrieving files and data.
• Staffs security desk on a regular schedule to provide break coverage for security staff.
• Other duties as required.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to operate general office equipment.
• Knowledge of entering and editing data into a computer system.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office products.
• Ability to organize files and other documents.
• Ability to work independently on assignments.
• Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Excellent organization and time management skills.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• At least 1 year of verifiable related work experience, as described in this posting.

Other Job Related Requirements for this position: 

None

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.