ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST I - 37021062

State of Florida

1d

About The Position

This is an entry-level professional position in the Mining and Mitigation Program responsible for permitting activities, compliance assistance, and inspection activities. Duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

Support permitting and reclamation programs that are carried out statewide. Process, evaluate and recommend final action on all assigned mines reclamation conceptual plans, annual reports, notices of disturbance, as-built reclamation reports, dredge and fill permit applications, environmental resource permit applications, compliance/enforcement issues and other environmental and mine documents, in a timely and professional manner, preparing appropriate documentation.
Perform field evaluations under all types of weather conditions and traverse rough terrain. Inspect and maintain awareness of mining/permitting/reclamation activities/compliance and enforcement and recommend solutions to existing problems.
Perform or support in field evaluation of wetlands proposed to be disturbed by mining activities, construction activities and remaining natural resources.
Support investigating and evaluating complaints relating to all sources of pollution and initiating appropriate action.
Responsible for the accurate and timely entry of required data and system information into agency databases and Oculus.
Support in coordination within the department and with other state and federal agencies and interested groups concerning reclamation and mine permitting matters.
Appropriately represent the Department in meetings and other forums with other agencies, the legislature, and the public.
Maintain strong knowledge of applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
Maintain awareness of the latest reclamation and restoration technology and native Florida ecosystems.
Become familiar with Florida wetland plants, hydric soils, and the utilization of hydrologic indicators to identify wetlands.
Provide management and other staff members with periodic plans of action and status reports, written or oral, as needed, on assigned areas of responsibility. Assist with updating and verification of applicable files, maps and data accuracy updates or assisting with the updating of files, maps or data. Maintain up-to-date files and computer tracking. Maintain data, statistics, and technology information on all assigned activities and provide to staff, the public, other governmental agencies and the professional community as requested.
Participates in training activities as required.
Performs related work as required by supervisor.

Requirements

• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to deal with coworkers and the public in a tactful and courteous manner.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to work both independently and as a team.
• Ability to solve problems.
• Report writing and computer skills required.
• Ability to work effectively and accurately while under deadline.
• Ability to prioritize extensive workload and maintain organized records.
• Ability to evaluate complex interrelationships.
• Basic knowledge of habitat management, restoration, and/or habitat rehabilitation techniques.
• Basic ability to evaluate and interpret technical data.
• Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Skill in observing and reporting natural field conditions.
• Basic knowledge of biological functions related to Florida ecosystems.
• Ability to travel frequently to perform field inspections and extensively throughout Florida for extended work hours.
• Ability to endure physically demanding field inspections, including but not limited to traversing difficult upland/wetland terrain.
• At least four years of verifiable related experience in engineering, environmental science or natural sciences.
• Post secondary degrees from an accredited college or university with a major in engineering, environmental science or one of the natural sciences may be used as an alternative for the required four years of experience on a year for year basis.
• The incumbent of this position, in accordance with sections 110.1127 and 435.04, Florida Statutes and DEP Directive 422, Background Investigations, is required to successfully complete a background and fingerprint check.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Overnight Travel Required.

Responsibilities

• Support permitting and reclamation programs that are carried out statewide.
• Process, evaluate and recommend final action on all assigned mines reclamation conceptual plans, annual reports, notices of disturbance, as-built reclamation reports, dredge and fill permit applications, environmental resource permit applications, compliance/enforcement issues and other environmental and mine documents, in a timely and professional manner, preparing appropriate documentation.
• Perform field evaluations under all types of weather conditions and traverse rough terrain.
• Inspect and maintain awareness of mining/permitting/reclamation activities/compliance and enforcement and recommend solutions to existing problems.
• Perform or support in field evaluation of wetlands proposed to be disturbed by mining activities, construction activities and remaining natural resources.
• Support investigating and evaluating complaints relating to all sources of pollution and initiating appropriate action.
• Responsible for the accurate and timely entry of required data and system information into agency databases and Oculus.
• Support in coordination within the department and with other state and federal agencies and interested groups concerning reclamation and mine permitting matters.
• Appropriately represent the Department in meetings and other forums with other agencies, the legislature, and the public.
• Maintain strong knowledge of applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Maintain awareness of the latest reclamation and restoration technology and native Florida ecosystems.
• Become familiar with Florida wetland plants, hydric soils, and the utilization of hydrologic indicators to identify wetlands.
• Provide management and other staff members with periodic plans of action and status reports, written or oral, as needed, on assigned areas of responsibility.
• Assist with updating and verification of applicable files, maps and data accuracy updates or assisting with the updating of files, maps or data.
• Maintain up-to-date files and computer tracking.
• Maintain data, statistics, and technology information on all assigned activities and provide to staff, the public, other governmental agencies and the professional community as requested.
• Participates in training activities as required.
• Performs related work as required by supervisor.

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 (For more information, please click www.myfrs.com);
• Tuition waivers;
• Total Compensation Estimator Tool
• And more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level