Environmental Specialist (Tier 1) - Hydrologist

Hillsborough County•Tampa, FL

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs technical work directing activities concerning inspecting, sampling, testing, and evaluating in an environmental pollution control and/or permitting program. The ideal candidate for the Hydrologist position is a highly motivated and detail-oriented professional. They possess a bachelor’s degree in a natural sciences. The ideal candidate possess knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and County environmental pollution control laws and regulations, along with knowledge of environmental inspections, sampling and collection methods. Also the ability to collect, organize, and evaluate data and to develop logical conclusions, and ability to use a computer and related software. Ability to work effectively with others is a must.

Requirements

Knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and County environmental pollution control laws and regulations.
Knowledge of environmental inspection, sampling and collection methods.
Skill in the use and operation of environmental collection, recording, and laboratory equipment.
Ability to collect, organize, and evaluate data and to develop logical conclusions.
Ability to use a computer and related software.
Ability to organize information into a logical presentation format.
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Ability to work effectively with others.
Bachelor's degree in a Natural Science; OR An equivalent combination of education (not less that possession of a High School diploma/GED), training and experience that would reasonably be expected to provide the job-related competencies noted above; AND Possession of a valid Florida Driver’s License.

Nice To Haves

Ideal candidate is a highly motivated and detail-oriented professional.

Responsibilities

Investigates complaints on environmental pollution matters, conducts surveys, performs field sampling, and testing to detect violations of applicable County and State laws.
Operates field test equipment and records test results.
Determines the effect of pollution on plant and animal life.
Assists in performing routine laboratory analyses and tests and interpreting results.
Maintains inspection records and prepares narrative and statistical reports.
May serve violation notices or subpoenas as required.
Performs other related duties as required.