OPS ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTANT - 37940123
About The Position
The Environmental Consultant is part of the Florida Department of Environmental Protection’s Division of Environmental Assessment and Restoration, Water Quality Standards Program, Aquatic Ecology and Quality Assurance Section in Tallahassee. The position provides quality assurance support throughout the Department and performs specialized environmental work involving data quality assessment, data interpretation, and related quality assessment activities. It requires a technical background in environmental and chemical sciences, particularly quality assurance protocols for environmental measurement systems, and strong communication skills. The role participates in field and laboratory audits and leads the compilation of results and preparation of reports for assigned audits. It helps organize and deliver quality assurance training, including training on data usability determinations and DEP Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and assists with preparing or reviewing SOPs and other field and laboratory procedure documents. The consultant presents information to technical and non-technical audiences and advises Department programs on the suitability and quality of scientific information used in environmental decision-making. The position also works with program managers and QA officers on quality assurance activities and data quality assessments, and assists with the annual QA report to the Secretary. The consultant conducts environmental sampling for water chemistry, sediment, and biological parameters in accordance with DEP SOPs and QA procedures; assists in developing sampling methods and designing and implementing environmental studies; and writes and edits environmental assessment reports. Duties also include entering and retrieving data in relevant databases and reviewing, evaluating, and interpreting chemical and biological data in support of Section, Program, Division, and other Department projects. Other related duties may be assigned.
Requirements
- At least seven years of verifiable related experience in engineering, engineering sciences, chemistry, environmental science, natural sciences, biological sciences, physical sciences, environmental policy, or public health; an accredited post-secondary degree in a listed field may substitute year-for-year for the required experience.
- Valid driver's license.
- Knowledge of environmental field sampling techniques, terminology, principles, and methodologies.
- Knowledge of QA principles, including laboratory, field, and data validation activities.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Ability to collect water quality samples in harsh environments while following strict QA procedures.
- Ability to write and edit environmental assessment reports.
- Ability to work in teams and communicate effectively orally and in writing.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
- Ability to organize workloads, work independently, and solve problems.
- Ability to travel, including long days and overnight travel.
- Ability to give presentations to a variety of audiences.
- Knowledge of DEP SOPs and NELAC standards.
- Ability to conduct laboratory and field audits.
- Applicants with foreign degrees must submit a credential evaluation report from an approved agency.
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of DEP SOPs, Chapter 62-160, F.A.C., and NELAC standards.
- Ability to conduct field and laboratory audits.
- Knowledge of QA principles, including laboratory, field, and data validation activities.
- Ability to organize workloads, work independently, and solve problems.
- Ability to work in teams and communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Responsibilities
- Provide quality assurance support throughout the Department.
- Participate in field and laboratory audits; lead compilation of results and report writing for assigned audits.
- Help organize and deliver QA training, including training on data usability determinations and DEP Standard Operating Procedures.
- Assist in preparing and reviewing DEP SOPs and other documents for field and laboratory procedures.
- Present information to technical and non-technical audiences.
- Consult with Department programs, managers, and QA officers about scientific information quality, QA activities, and data quality assessments.
- Assist with compiling the annual QA report to the Secretary.
- Conduct environmental sampling of water chemistry, sediment, and biological parameters according to DEP SOPs and QA procedures.
- Assist with developing sampling methods and with experimental design and implementation of environmental studies.
- Write and edit environmental assessment reports, including entering and retrieving data in relevant databases.
- Review, evaluate, and interpret chemical and biological data in support of Department projects.
- Perform other related duties as directed.
Benefits
- Eligible OPS employees may participate in state group insurance, subject to eligibility requirements.
- State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan, a tax-deferred retirement savings plan.
- Flexible Spending Accounts.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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