OPS ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II - 37990124

Requisition No: 859529 

Agency: Environmental Protection

Working Title: OPS ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II - 37990124

 Pay Plan: Temp

Position Number: 37990124 

Salary:  $19.00 to $22.00 

Posting Closing Date: 09/05/2025 

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OPS Environmental Specialist II - 37990124

State of Florida

Department of Environmental Protection

Office of Resilience and Coastal Protection

Resilient Florida - Grants Program

OPEN COMPETITIVE

This position is located in Tallahassee, FL

Position Overview and Responsibilities:

This is an intermediate level environmental specialist grants position. Utilizing knowledge of the Statutes and Regulations governing the Resilient Florida Program this position will:

Assist the grant management staff for the Resilient Florida Program in the Office of Resilience and Coastal Protection.  Coordinate directly with other DEP staff, federal agencies, and local authorities to facilitate successful completion of grants and projects.  Coordinate and report on status of projects through all phases including completion.  Assist team leader with grants and projects assigned.  Coordinate the review, approvals, and processing of administrative and technical aspects of assigned projects.  This position will assist in the development and implementation of statewide measures to assist communities in completing vulnerability assessments and implementing adaptation projects. 

The position also coordinates with the other sections and program areas in the Department in pursuit of the overall mission.  Must maintain a valid Driver's License.  Performs other duties as assigned. 

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: 

• Knowledge of contract and grant management or other procurement processes
• Knowledge of OCULUS or other electronic document management systems
• Knowledge of the terminology and practices of natural resource management and environmental protection
• Skilled at planning, organizing, and coordinating work priorities and managing time efficiently
• Skilled in methods of collecting, compiling, organizing, and analyzing data
• Skilled in the use of current forms of electronic communication and data management software and equipment
• Skilled (high proficiency) in the use of current personal computers and applications, particularly the entire Microsoft Office Suite
• Skilled in typing reports and information into spreadsheets and electronic documents
• Ability to consistently demonstrate positive and effective teamwork
• Ability to exercise sound independent judgment and utilize problem-solving techniques
• Ability to demonstrate professional and effective written and verbal communication
• Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures to assigned projects
• Ability to plan, organize, and direct group activities
• Ability to complete and maintain Florida Certified Contract Manager Certification within 12 months of hire date
• Must be available for overnight travel, if required
• Ability to maintain a driver's license

Minimum Qualifications:

• At least four years of verifiable related experience.  Post-secondary degrees 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.

• Florida Certified Contract Manager (within 12 months of hire)
• A valid driver's license.

Pay: 

$19.00 - $22.00 / hr

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 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 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.

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.

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.

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.