ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II - 37011152

Requisition No: 853781 

Agency: Environmental Protection

Working Title: ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II - 37011152

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 37011152 

Salary:  $51,500.04 

Posting Closing Date: 06/06/2025 

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ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II

STATE OF FLORIDA

DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION

**THIS IS AN ANTICIPATED VACANCY**

**MULTIPLE POSTIONS WILL BE FILLED**

This position is located in West Palm Beach

 Position Overview and Responsibilities:

This is an intermediate position responsible for processing permit applications and/or conducting compliance inspections for the Department’s Compliance Assurance Program/Permitting Program.

This position will be expected to cross train in multiple program areas (air, waste, and water). This position is also responsible for planning and conducting inspections, site visits, sampling/testing, and/or other required field work, and responding to, investigating, and resolving complaints of low to mid complexity.

In general, this position may review, and process permit applications and technical documents in multiple program areas known to be of low to mid complexity; also reviews permit applications, plans, specifications, and reports for assigned programs.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

·         Knowledge of the terminology, principles, and analytical techniques of the physical or natural sciences. 

·         Ability to collect, evaluate, analyze, and interpret scientific or technical data.

·         Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures relating to environmental programs.

·         Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally.

·         Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments.

·         Ability to work in a team or independently.

·         Ability to prepare technical and programmatic reports.

·         Ability to understand and follow legislative policy direction as established in Florida Statutes.

·         Ability to deal with the public in tactful and courteous manner.

·         Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationship with others.

·         Ability to perform field inspections including: climb ladders and stairs, walk on slopes, lift and carry 40 pounds over a distance of up to 100 yards.

·         Ability to work outdoors for extended periods of time in temperatures and weather conditions typical of South Florida.

·         Ability to use safety equipment.

·         Skilled in the use of personal computers, computer programs, spreadsheets, industry database applications and various electronic devices.

·         Ability to maintain a valid driver’s license and travel overnight when required.

·         Ability to conduct and complete work assignments without close supervision.

·         Ability to use safety equipment and complete a 24-hour HAZWOPER course as applicable.

·         Certification upon appointment or within 6 months of appointment as a Certified Wetland Evaluator (CWE) as applicable. 

·         Must have prior approval and meet the snorkeling / skin diving validation requirements in the DEP Underwater Operations Manual, as applicable.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Valid Driver License 
• Ability to travel, over night if required
• Certification upon appointment or within 6 months of appointment as a Certified Wetland Evaluator (CWE) as applicable
• Ability to use safety equipment and complete a 24-hour HAZWOPER course, as applicable 
• At least four (4) years of verifiable related experience in a science related work field. 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.    

   

   

  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.

   

Pay:

$51,500.04

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:

This position is located in West Palm Beach Florida. West Palm Beach is Palm Beach County's capital city and its cultural center. Its active downtown stretches from a scenic pier on the Lake Worth Lagoon to a waterfront Great Lawn, which hosts a weekly green market, outdoor concerts and this season a 35-foot-tall holiday sandcastle.  Dozens of local beaches provide easy access to both the Atlantic Ocean and the Intracoastal Waterway.  Several State Parks as well as National Parks are in the immediate area as well.  

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;
• Total Compensation Estimator Tool
• 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.