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ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II - 37010427
Florida State Jobs, West Palm Beach, Florida, United States, 33401
Environmental Specialist II - 37010427
This is an intermediate level of work position responsible for processing permit applications and/or conducting compliance inspections for the Department's Compliance Assurance Program/Permitting Program. The incumbent will be expected to cross train in multiple program areas (air, waste, and water). Permitting and Waste Cleanup
In general, this position may review, and process permit applications and technical documents in multiple program areas. External Compliance Assistance, Outreach, Training, and Partnership Implementation - Targets specific areas of regulatory noncompliance within the Southeast District and coordinates compliance assistance efforts with that industry. Internal Training, Consulting, and Organizational Improvement - Assesses needs to determine training needs of Department staff. Compliance - In general, this position may conduct inspections at facilities and sites in multiple program areas. 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 a tactful and courteous manner. Ability to establish and maintain an 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. Certification upon appointment or within 9 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. 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, overnight if required Obtain Department certification as a Certified Wetland Evaluator (CWE) recognized in Florida within 9 months of hire, as applicable Ability to use safety equipment and complete a 24-hour HAZWOPER course, as applicable At least 4 years of verifiable related experience in regulatory inspection/compliance/permitting or other related experience. Post-secondary degrees from an accredited college or university with a major in natural or physical science may be used as an alternative for the required 4 years of experience on a year-for-year basis. 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: $52,530.04 Our Organization and Mission: The Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is the state's leading 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.
This is an intermediate level of work position responsible for processing permit applications and/or conducting compliance inspections for the Department's Compliance Assurance Program/Permitting Program. The incumbent will be expected to cross train in multiple program areas (air, waste, and water). Permitting and Waste Cleanup
In general, this position may review, and process permit applications and technical documents in multiple program areas. External Compliance Assistance, Outreach, Training, and Partnership Implementation - Targets specific areas of regulatory noncompliance within the Southeast District and coordinates compliance assistance efforts with that industry. Internal Training, Consulting, and Organizational Improvement - Assesses needs to determine training needs of Department staff. Compliance - In general, this position may conduct inspections at facilities and sites in multiple program areas. 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 a tactful and courteous manner. Ability to establish and maintain an 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. Certification upon appointment or within 9 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. 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, overnight if required Obtain Department certification as a Certified Wetland Evaluator (CWE) recognized in Florida within 9 months of hire, as applicable Ability to use safety equipment and complete a 24-hour HAZWOPER course, as applicable At least 4 years of verifiable related experience in regulatory inspection/compliance/permitting or other related experience. Post-secondary degrees from an accredited college or university with a major in natural or physical science may be used as an alternative for the required 4 years of experience on a year-for-year basis. 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: $52,530.04 Our Organization and Mission: The Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is the state's leading 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.