ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST IV - 55003704

Requisition No: 867133 

Agency: Department of Transportation

Working Title: ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST IV - 55003704

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 55003704 

Salary:  67,835.42 - 87,787.01 

Posting Closing Date: 12/26/2025 

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STATE OF FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

JOB POSTING DESCRIPTION

Cost Center 701 / INTERMODAL SYSTEM DEVELOPMENT

 OPEN COMPETITIVE

CAREER SERVICE

FULL-TIME

CONTACT PERSON: Lisa Almeda

CONTACT PHONE NUMBER: (813) 975-6748

CONTACT EMAIL ADDRESS: Lisa.Almeda@dot.state.fl.us

HIRING SALARY RANGE: $2,609.05 - $3,376.42 biweekly range

$67,835.42 - $87,787.01 annual range

ANTICIPATED BIWEEKLY SALARY: $3,069.48

Join FDOT and be part of the team that works as one to improve safety, enhance mobility and inspire innovation in the Florida transportation system.

Our Mission

The mission of the Florida Department of Transportation is to provide a safe statewide transportation system that promotes the efficient movement of people and goods, supports the state’s economic competitiveness, prioritizes Florida’s environment and natural resources, and preserves the quality of life and connectedness of the state’s communities.

Our Vision

As a OneFDOT team, we serve the people of Florida by providing a transportation network that is well planned, supports economic growth, and has the goal of being congestion and fatality free.

The Work You Will Do:

Environmental Specialist IV in ISD / PLEMO

Evaluates and recommends resource information and budget needs to management related to the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) environmental program at the district or central office level. Manages the district Asbestos Program. Oversees staff in the development/implementation of inspections, periodic surveillance, monitoring operation and maintenance plans. Responsible for the regulatory notification of response actions for activities that are planned or in progress for district owned facilities. Reviews Asbestos Survey Reports and operation and maintenance plans for technical sufficiency and regulatory compliance.      Oversees assignments, reviews progress, and assesses performance of programs related to environmental issues or resources in support of program managers or other functional area managers. Performs professional administrative duties, utilizing consultants and in-house staff to resolve contamination issues for the district.

The Difference You Will Make:

Through cooperation, coordination and collaboration among the OneFDOT team, you will be contributing to a strong and empowering culture of TRREC: Trust, Relationships, Respect, Empowerment, and Communication. 

How You Will Grow:

FDOT encourages our team members to grow through engagement, empowerment, training, and professional development.  Through our agency’s learning management system, you have access to hundreds of computer-based training and instructor-led courses. 

Where You Will Work:

Florida Department of Transportation

D7 – Headquarters

11201 N. McKinley Drive

Tampa, FL 33612

Your Specific Responsibilities:

Supervises employees including planning, organizing, and scheduling of assigned work. Motivates and evaluates employees on the performance of their duties. Plans workloads, deadlines, objectives, and time utilization with employees to ensure maximum use of time and resources. Participates in applicant selection and hiring process. Evaluates employee’s performance and conducts employee’s performance reviews to ensure the pre-established criteria are met. Ensures employee receives necessary training in methods for performing an effective and efficient job. Assures employee adherence to agency policies, procedures, and conduct standards and provides disciplinary actions as necessary. Approves employee's work schedule and leave usage.

Evaluates and recommends resources, information and budget needs to management related to the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) environmental program at the district or central office level. Manages the district Asbestos Program. Oversees staff in the development/implementation of inspections, periodic surveillance, monitoring operation and maintenance plans. Responsible for the regulatory notification of response actions for activities that are planned or in progress for district owned facilities. Reviews Asbestos Survey Reports and operation and maintenance plans for technical sufficiency and regulatory compliance.

Oversees assignments, reviews progress and assesses performance of programs related to environmental issues or resources in support of program managers or other functional area managers. Performs professional administrative duties, utilizing consultant and in-house staff to resolve contamination issues for the district. This includes supervisory oversight of environmental staff, reviews and processes consultant invoices, reviews consultants’ reports, and advises the department of pertinent findings. This position assists in program development and coordination with district’s production and operation of any hazardous materials and underground petroleum storage tanks. Directs field work conducted by the district’s consultants including site assessments, remedial action plans, and site cleanup. Coordinates with environmental regulatory agencies including the Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Pinellas County Health Department, and Hillsborough County Petroleum Cleanup Department. Performs field investigations of potentially hazardous sites and maintains oversight of remediation operations.

Monitors Florida Department of Transportation environmental programs, approves funding, tasks, scopes, and confirms the disposition of awards, and other agreements in support of program mangers or other functional area manager. Directs and reviews consultant’s work efforts to ensure each firm meets current state and federal guidelines, directives, and procedures. Oversees the development of scope of services to be provided and analyzes selected consultant’s proposal. Directs environmental staff in analyzing and evaluating engineering and environmental data to assure final recommendations of project will best serve the public. Attends public involvement meetings/public hearings to aid during information periods, answering individual questions.

Provides consultation and expert advice to management or other groups on technical, systems-related, or process related topics related to Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) environmental programs in support of program managers or other functional area managers. Maintains close liaison with other Department of Transportation (DOT) offices, local, state, and federal agencies and public to ensure a free flow of information regarding the district’s efforts in dealing with contamination and hazardous waste problems. Coordinates agency notifications, regulatory activities, remediation efforts, and emergency response with production/construction schedules.

The Successful Candidate will have the following required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of:

• Principles and processes involved in organizational planning, coordination, and execution; this may include strategic planning, resource allocation, leadership techniques, and production methods.
• The terminology, principles and analytical techniques of the physical or natural sciences. 
• Contamination issues as they relate to right-of-way acquisitions, design, and construction activities.
• Contract development, monitoring, and invoicing processes.
• Contamination laws and regulations. 
• Computer Application.

Skills in:

• Identifying the best people for the job. 
• Handling emergency response activities; knowledge in computer applications.

Ability to:

• Perform site inspections, collect or evaluate, analyze and interpret scientific or technical data.
• Prepare technical reports.
• Manage hazardous material and petroleum contamination contractors.
• Ability to communicate technical information both verbally and in writing.
• Read and interpret policies, procedures and contamination manuals.
• Supervise people;
• Determine work priorities, assign work and exercise judgement to ensure proper completion of work assignments.
• Develop and implement transportation programs.
• Motivate and direct people as they work.

Minimum Qualifications: A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university & 2 years of professional experience in the field of transportation; natural, physical, social, or environmental sciences; archeology or cultural resources; environmental, or civil engineering to which the position is assigned; or Registration as a Professional Engineer in accordance with Florida Statute 471 and 1 year of experience to which the position is assigned. A master’s degree from an accredited college or university in environmental sciences or engineering or transportation can substitute for one year of the required experience. Professional or nonprofessional experience (including internships or co-ops) as described above can substitute on a year-for-year basis for the required college education.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: You will be required to provide your Social Security Number to conduct required verifications. Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion in the Career Service, or appointment in the Selected Exempt Service (SES) or Senior Management Service (SMS), unless they are registered with the Selective Service System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS.

THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION VALUES THE SERVICE VETERANS AND THEIR FAMILY MEMBERS HAVE GIVEN TO OUR COUNTRY AND SUPPORTS THE HIRING OF RETURNING SERVICE MEMBERS AND MILITARY SPOUSES.  If you are a preference-eligible applicant who receives notice of a hiring decision and believe that you were not afforded employment preference in accordance with applicable Florida law and regulation, you may file a written complaint within 60 calendar days from the date you receive the notice, requesting an investigation to the Florida Department of Veterans’ Affairs, Division of Benefits and Assistance, 9500 Bay Pines Boulevard, Room 214, St. Petersburg, Florida 33708.

THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION VALUES AND SUPPORTS EMPLOYMENT OF INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES.  QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.  In accordance with Section 110.112, Florida Statutes, and the Florida Department of Transportation’s Individuals with Disabilities Affirmative Action Plan, the agency is committed to ensuring affirmative action and equal employment opportunity for qualified individuals with disabilities.  Upon request and as appropriate, reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities may be provided.  Please contact the Florida Department of Transportation’s Human Resources Office at (850) 414-5300 for assistance.

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.