PROFESSIONAL GEOLOGIST I- 37011229

Requisition No: 849420 

Agency: Environmental Protection

Working Title: PROFESSIONAL GEOLOGIST I- 37011229

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 37011229 

Salary:  $51,000 

Posting Closing Date: 08/15/2025 

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Professional Geologist I **PENDING RECLASSIFICATION**

State of Florida

Department of Environmental Protection

This position is located in Tallahassee, FL

Position Overview and Responsibilities:

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• This Professional Geologist I position that will become familiar with Underground Injection Control (UIC) federal/state rules, objectives and technical characteristics of UIC well systems
• Protect Florida’s drinking water by ensuring that underground injection wells are properly permitted, designed, built and operated within the state.
• The position will work under the Environmental Administrator for the Division of Water Resource Management, Aquifer Protection/Underground Injection Control
• Review and become knowledgeable of assigned UIC facilities, including permitting and compliances statuses; well construction and testing progress, local hydrogeology, site history, and monitoring program.
• Plan and attend meeting and teleconference, coordinates with affected parties, government agencies and the general public, make project recommendations, and provides expert testimony. Keep supervisors informed of facility activities.
• Review permit applications and provide technical review analyses and comments. Write Fact Sheets and assist in permit writing and reviews for assigned sites. Provide clear, concise, and consistent communication with the public, regulated community, and coworkers. Review lithologic, stratigraphic, hydrogeologic, and environmental interpretations as submitted by applicants in support of permit applications for injection wells, subsurface waste disposal, groundwater monitoring and cleanup.
• File documents in the electronic data storage management system, Oculus, and update program and facility permit and compliance information in the databases, WACS, WACS COMET, PWS, and PA.
• Acts as the database coordinator and developer. Perform QA/QC of data entered in WACS and PWS database. Provide District training on the database. Enter permitting and other analytical information in tracking sheets on SharePoint.
• Perform reviews of facility-related technical documents and provide detailed and well-written comments. These Technical documents include mechanical integrity test results, monitoring data, and technical explanations.
• Participate in hydrological analyses with other APP geologists and contribute solutions to complex issues.
• Lead and manage the delineated areas program and research methodology to update program.
• Manage the Source and Water Protection Program (SWAPP) coordinating with agencies to provide updates to well head protection areas. Mentor new employees to become knowledgeable of Aquifer Protection Program which administers the UIC program as delegated by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), in accordance with Part C of the Safe Drinking Water Act.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of fundamental hydrogeological and geological concepts and principles.
• Knowledge of concepts, terminology, principles, and analytical techniques of environmental geology.
• Ability to communicate information effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments.
• Ability to analyze, interpret and apply geological data.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective professional working relationships with others.
• Ability to travel and maintain a valid driver's license.

Minimum Qualifications:

• At least seven years of verifiable related experience in geology.  Post-secondary degrees from an accredited college or university with a major in geology, engineering, environmental science, or one of the natural sciences 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.
• Valid Driver’s License

Position of Special Trust Requirement:

This position is designated as a Position of Special Trust in accordance with DEP Directive 422, Positions of Special Trust or Responsibility. Successful completion of background screening will be required for this position.

Applicable Job-Specific License or Certifications:

• Valid Professional Geologist License in the State of Florida as described in Chapter 492, Florida Administrative Code.

Pay:

$51,000 per year

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;
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• And more!

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

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.

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.