ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTANT - 37001968

State of Florida • TALLAHASSEE, FL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP), Division of Water Resource Management, is seeking a highly motivated and technically skilled Environmental Consultant to support the Mining and Mitigation Program & Technical Services Program located in Tallahassee, Florida. This position plays a critical role in protecting Florida’s water resources, wetlands, floodplains, and natural systems through the technical review and evaluation of mining, reclamation, stormwater, and Environmental Resource Permitting (ERP) projects throughout the state.
The incumbent will provide technical assistance and regulatory support related to mining and mitigation activities authorized under Chapters 211, 373, and 378, Florida Statutes. Responsibilities include conducting detailed technical reviews of hydrologic, hydraulic, hydrogeologic, geotechnical, and stormwater management analyses associated with mining operations, reclamation activities, dredge and fill projects, and surface water management systems. The position also involves evaluating floodplain impacts, wetland hydrology, stormwater treatment and conveyance systems, hydroperiod preservation, and watershed interactions to ensure compliance with applicable state regulations and environmental standards.
The position is headquartered in Tallahassee, Florida, with travel required for site visits and field inspections throughout the state as necessary. The incumbent will be required to work a 40-hour work week, Monday through Friday, and be present for work during the core hours of 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Flex scheduling opportunities may be available in accordance with Department policy.

Requirements

• Valid Driver License
• At least 5 years of verifiable related experience. Any combination of post-secondary education or verifiable related experience, as described above, for a total of five years.
• Knowledge of hydrologic, hydraulic, hydrogeologic, and stormwater management principles and practices.
• Knowledge of surface water management systems, wetland hydrology, floodplain impacts, hydroperiod preservation, and watershed interactions.
• Ability to review and evaluate engineering reports, permit applications, technical studies, design plans, and environmental modeling analyses for regulatory consistency and technical adequacy.
• Ability to interpret and apply Florida Statutes, administrative rules, policies, technical guidance documents, and permitting criteria related to mining, mitigation, reclamation, and ERP activities.

Responsibilities

• Conducting detailed technical reviews of hydrologic, hydraulic, hydrogeologic, geotechnical, and stormwater management analyses associated with mining operations, reclamation activities, dredge and fill projects, and surface water management systems.
• Evaluating floodplain impacts, wetland hydrology, stormwater treatment and conveyance systems, hydroperiod preservation, and watershed interactions to ensure compliance with applicable state regulations and environmental standards.
• Providing technical assistance and regulatory support related to mining and mitigation activities authorized under Chapters 211, 373, and 378, Florida Statutes.
• Conducting field inspections, site evaluations, and technical assessments of mining, reclamation, stormwater, and ERP project sites.
• Providing technical assistance and guidance to Department staff, permit applicants, consultants, engineers, and stakeholders.
• Communicating effectively both verbally and in writing, including the preparation of technical correspondence, reports, and regulatory comments.

Benefits

• 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
• Tuition waivers

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree