PLANNER I - 37011386

Requisition No: 848779 

Agency: Environmental Protection

Working Title: PLANNER I - 37011386

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 37011386 

Salary:  Annual Salary: $33,760.00 - $35,000.04 (Commensurate with experience) 

Posting Closing Date: 04/03/2025 

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PLANNER I - 37011386

State of Florida

Department of Environmental Protection

Division of Waste Management

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 position reports to the Business Support Program Administrator in the Division of Waste Management. The incumbent will assist the Business Support Program Administrator with the Division’s business management functions, including tracking assignments, assisting with outreach events, and reviewing documents

The Difference You Will Make:

The Florida Department of Environmental Protection protects, conserves, and manages the state's natural resources and enforces its environmental laws.  Each position works together as a whole to advance Florida's position as a world leader in protecting natural resources while growing the state's economy.

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: $33,760.00 - $35,000.04 (Commensurate with experience)

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. Incumbent is also expected to actively support and work toward fulfilling the Agency’s Affirmative Action objectives.

• Assist the Business Support Program Administrator (BSPA) with the Division’s business management functions and is responsible for the following duties:

• Will conduct organizational studies and evaluations on office procedures providing technical assistance and developing procedures to assist the Division of Waste Management to operate more efficiently and effectively.

• Tracks, coordinates, and assigns requests to the public records liaison. Prepares responses and sends to the requestors.

• Conducts research including researching Oculus and various program databases to ensure all documentation has been collected in response to records request.

• Responsible for tracking and coordinating all correspondence control items for the Division of Waste Management and conducting any follow-up necessary to ensure timely responses.

• Coordinates work assignments with other program managers and staff.

• Assists the BSPA with Division outreach events, as well as the internal awards policy and distribution.

• Reviews and edits publications and/or presentations.

• Provides technical assistance, consultative services and direction for development, implementation, and evaluation of program functions.

• Provide and support Oculus requests for technical assistance which may include administrative functions and document corrections.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of office procedures and practices.
• Ability to conduct research and evaluate information.
• Ability to understand and follow policy direction and rules applicable to public records requests.
• Ability to work independently; detailed oriented.
• Skill in computer hardware and software (Microsoft Office).
• Ability to utilize problem solving techniques.
• Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to compile, organize and analyze data.
• Ability to prepare reports and records.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

Required Qualifications:

• An associate degree from a college or university and 2 years of verifiable related experience; or Any combination of post-secondary education or verifiable related experience, as described above, for a total of four years.

Other Job-Related Requirements for this position:

• Valid driver’s license.

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:

Mayra Folsom, Program Administrator

Business Support Program

Division of Waste Management

Email: Mayra.Folsom@FloridaDEP.gov

Phone No. 850-245-8696

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

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.