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Environmental Specialist II - 37010355
This is an intermediate level environmental 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). External Compliance Assistance, Outreach, Training, and Partnership Implementation - Targets specific areas of regulatory non-compliance within the South District (out of the Southeast District Office) and coordinates compliance assistance efforts with that industry. Conducts compliance/technical assistance site visits of low to moderate complexity regulated facilities to increase compliance rates. Seeks and cultivates positive partnering relationships with industry and regulated facilities to increase or maintain the highest possible compliance rates. Provides education and guidance to residential, commercial, institutional, and public sectors. When available, will arrange for the application of CEUs and the like towards outreach participants' licensure. Supports, develops, participates, and/or assists in the execution of compliance assistance workshops for the regulated community.
Internal Training, Consulting, and Organizational Improvement - Assesses needs to determine training needs of Department staff. When directed, conduct peer review of work products for accuracy. Provides technical assistance as needed. Internal assistance includes training and providing technical assistance to Department staff. Evaluates and makes recommendations on training material and methodology. Develops and refines training aids such as SOPs, manuals, and handbooks. Participates, develops, and leads training activities and safety events. Facilitates learning through a variety of delivery methods including classroom instruction, virtual training, on-the-job coaching, job shadowing, and team building initiatives. Participates in training and is a self-advocate for training needs. Partners with appropriate district staff to learn about multiple DEP program areas.
Compliance - In general, this position may conduct inspections at facilities and sites known to be of low to moderate complexity in multiple program areas. Plans and conducts inspections, site visits, sampling/testing, and/or other required field work. Reviews permitting files, reports, and other documents applicable to the inspection. Makes calculations and technical evaluations to determine compliance status of regulated facilities. Produces timely and accurate documentation of inspections, site visits, or field work. Reports are to be processed in accordance with established program rules, requirements, and policies. Enters inspection documentation, compliance data and resolution actions into the designated databases. Provides compliance assistance to regulated facilities before, during, and after inspections. Conducts follow up visits as needed to assist facilities with returning to compliance without enforcement. When necessary, recommends enforcement action. Drafts enforcement documents, coordinates, and leads enforcement meetings. Responds to, investigates, and takes steps to resolve complaints.
Permitting and Waste Cleanup In general, this position may review, and process permit applications and technical documents of low to moderate complexity in multiple program areas. Reviews permit applications, plans, specifications, and reports for assigned programs. Ascertains that all Department rules are met. Reviews technical aspects of projects to determine that all materials and methods described in the application package are addressed, complete and suitable to the circumstances and in accordance with sound engineering practices and principles and particularly in accord with specific engineering publications referenced in Department rules. Updates permitting data/records in all applicable data management systems. Recommends issuance or denial of permits as appropriate. Ensure that Chapter 120. Florida Statutes. deadlines and district metrics are met. Conducts permit determinations and communicates final decision with the facility/site owner. Coordinates with Compliance staff and supports inspections to determine compliance with permit. Writes Requests for Additional Information. permit documents and other correspondence clearly and professionally as needed. Performs related duties as required. including the conducting of meetings, data management, record keeping and streamlining of office procedures and document production. Snorkel as needed. Performs other duties as needed.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of the terminology, principles and analytical techniques of the physical or natural sciences. Knowledge of data collection and analysis principles and procedures. Ability to collect, evaluate, analyze and interpret scientific or technical data. Ability to prepare technical and programmatic reports. Skilled in the use of personal computers, computer programs, spreadsheets, industry database applications and various electronic devices. Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures relating to environmental programs. 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 work independently or in a team. Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments. Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Ability to utilize problem-solving techniques, improve procedures, and make sound decisions. Ability to work outdoors for extended periods of time in temperatures and weather conditions typical of South Florida. Ability to perform field inspections including climbing ladders and stairs, walking on slopes, lifting and carrying 40 pounds over a distance of up to 100 yards. Ability to use safety equipment. 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. 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: $57,403.68 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: Southeast District - The Southeast District Office is located in West Palm Beach. This position will be located in the Marathon branch office of the Southeast district. Marathon is known for some of the best boating activities, amazing fishing, beautiful beaches, warm weather and other great outdoor activities. The popular Key West is only an hour drive from Marathon. The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:
This is an intermediate level environmental 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). External Compliance Assistance, Outreach, Training, and Partnership Implementation - Targets specific areas of regulatory non-compliance within the South District (out of the Southeast District Office) and coordinates compliance assistance efforts with that industry. Conducts compliance/technical assistance site visits of low to moderate complexity regulated facilities to increase compliance rates. Seeks and cultivates positive partnering relationships with industry and regulated facilities to increase or maintain the highest possible compliance rates. Provides education and guidance to residential, commercial, institutional, and public sectors. When available, will arrange for the application of CEUs and the like towards outreach participants' licensure. Supports, develops, participates, and/or assists in the execution of compliance assistance workshops for the regulated community.
Internal Training, Consulting, and Organizational Improvement - Assesses needs to determine training needs of Department staff. When directed, conduct peer review of work products for accuracy. Provides technical assistance as needed. Internal assistance includes training and providing technical assistance to Department staff. Evaluates and makes recommendations on training material and methodology. Develops and refines training aids such as SOPs, manuals, and handbooks. Participates, develops, and leads training activities and safety events. Facilitates learning through a variety of delivery methods including classroom instruction, virtual training, on-the-job coaching, job shadowing, and team building initiatives. Participates in training and is a self-advocate for training needs. Partners with appropriate district staff to learn about multiple DEP program areas.
Compliance - In general, this position may conduct inspections at facilities and sites known to be of low to moderate complexity in multiple program areas. Plans and conducts inspections, site visits, sampling/testing, and/or other required field work. Reviews permitting files, reports, and other documents applicable to the inspection. Makes calculations and technical evaluations to determine compliance status of regulated facilities. Produces timely and accurate documentation of inspections, site visits, or field work. Reports are to be processed in accordance with established program rules, requirements, and policies. Enters inspection documentation, compliance data and resolution actions into the designated databases. Provides compliance assistance to regulated facilities before, during, and after inspections. Conducts follow up visits as needed to assist facilities with returning to compliance without enforcement. When necessary, recommends enforcement action. Drafts enforcement documents, coordinates, and leads enforcement meetings. Responds to, investigates, and takes steps to resolve complaints.
Permitting and Waste Cleanup In general, this position may review, and process permit applications and technical documents of low to moderate complexity in multiple program areas. Reviews permit applications, plans, specifications, and reports for assigned programs. Ascertains that all Department rules are met. Reviews technical aspects of projects to determine that all materials and methods described in the application package are addressed, complete and suitable to the circumstances and in accordance with sound engineering practices and principles and particularly in accord with specific engineering publications referenced in Department rules. Updates permitting data/records in all applicable data management systems. Recommends issuance or denial of permits as appropriate. Ensure that Chapter 120. Florida Statutes. deadlines and district metrics are met. Conducts permit determinations and communicates final decision with the facility/site owner. Coordinates with Compliance staff and supports inspections to determine compliance with permit. Writes Requests for Additional Information. permit documents and other correspondence clearly and professionally as needed. Performs related duties as required. including the conducting of meetings, data management, record keeping and streamlining of office procedures and document production. Snorkel as needed. Performs other duties as needed.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of the terminology, principles and analytical techniques of the physical or natural sciences. Knowledge of data collection and analysis principles and procedures. Ability to collect, evaluate, analyze and interpret scientific or technical data. Ability to prepare technical and programmatic reports. Skilled in the use of personal computers, computer programs, spreadsheets, industry database applications and various electronic devices. Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures relating to environmental programs. 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 work independently or in a team. Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments. Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Ability to utilize problem-solving techniques, improve procedures, and make sound decisions. Ability to work outdoors for extended periods of time in temperatures and weather conditions typical of South Florida. Ability to perform field inspections including climbing ladders and stairs, walking on slopes, lifting and carrying 40 pounds over a distance of up to 100 yards. Ability to use safety equipment. 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. 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: $57,403.68 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: Southeast District - The Southeast District Office is located in West Palm Beach. This position will be located in the Marathon branch office of the Southeast district. Marathon is known for some of the best boating activities, amazing fishing, beautiful beaches, warm weather and other great outdoor activities. The popular Key West is only an hour drive from Marathon. The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida: