ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II - 37010535

State of Florida • Pensacola, FL

10d • Onsite

About The Position

This is an intermediate first level work where the employee will perform assignments independently under limited supervision. The work requires applying scientific understanding to analyze problems of a specialized nature. The position will perform compliance assurance duties for the Compliance Assurance Program that may include subject areas such as Wastewater, Potable Water, National Pollution Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) stormwater, Environmental Resources (ERP) Air, Solid Waste, and/or Hazardous Waste. Facility Compliance: In general, this position will conduct a high volume of low to moderately complex inspections and file/data reviews.

Plans and conducts inspections, site visits and other required field work, or conducts records reviews necessary for compliance evaluations. This includes, but is not limited to, reviewing permit files, reports, and other documents, as well as performing calculations and technical reviews as necessary to determine the compliance status of a facility.
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.

Responds to, investigates, and takes steps to resolve complaints.
When necessary, recommends enforcement action. Drafts enforcement documents and leads enforcement meetings.

Reviews permit applications and draft permits, as necessary, to ensure the final permit meets State regulatory requirements.

Conceives, supports, participates, and assists in the execution of compliance assistance workshops for the regulated community and District employee cross-training.

Training:

Participates and assists with internal training events/activities to gain the essential skills needed to determine the compliance status of regulated facilities. This includes participating in safety events, job shadowing, on the job training and team building initiatives as directed by management.
Is a self-advocate for training, and partners with appropriate district staff to learn about multiple DEP program areas.

Report Processing:

Produces timely and accurate documentation of file reviews, inspections, site visits or field work.
Enters documentation, compliance data and resolution actions into the designated database.
Reviews required reports, test reports and notices for regulated facilities. Ensures the reviews are accurate, completed timely and are entered into the designated database. Processes reports in accordance with established program rules, requirements, and policies.

Performs other duties as needed.

Requirements

• Knowledge of the terminology, principles, and analytical techniques of the physical or natural sciences.
• Ability to understand and apply applicable State and Federal rules, regulations, policies, and procedures relating to environmental programs.
• Skill in collecting, evaluating, analyzing and interpreting scientific or technical data.
• Ability to physically conduct field inspections/investigations that may involve working outdoors for extended periods of time in temperatures and weather conditions typical of Florida and navigating areas with rough terrain.
• Knowledge of field sampling techniques for soil, groundwater, surface water, and sediment.
• Ability to serve the public, DEP’s stakeholders and each other in a courteous and timely manner.
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to maintain effective and productive working relationships with others.
• Skill in dealing with conflicts, confrontations, and disagreements in a positive manner.
• Ability to effectively prepare, prioritize, and organize work, meetings, and projects to meet deadlines and quality expectations.
• Ability to effectively solve problems and make competent decisions.
• Ability to demonstrate personal integrity, responsibility, and accountability.
• Skill and proficiency in computer operations and programs such as MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, SharePoint and Outlook.
• Valid Driver License.
• Ability to travel overnight.
• Upon appointment must complete OSHA 24-hour HAZWOPER and OSHA 8-hour HAZWOPER refresher annually thereafter.
• At least 5 years of verifiable related experience in Environmental/Regulatory and or Engineering.
• Post-secondary degrees from an accredited college or university with a major in Natural Science, Environmental Science or Engineering may be used as an alternative for the required 5 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.
• Pursuant to the sections 110.1127 and 435.04, Florida Statutes, and DEP Directive 422, Background Investigation, is required to successfully complete a background and fingerprint check.

Responsibilities

• Plans and conducts inspections, site visits and other required field work, or conducts records reviews necessary for compliance evaluations.
• Reviews permit files, reports, and other documents, as well as performing calculations and technical reviews as necessary to determine the compliance status of a facility.
• 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.
• Responds to, investigates, and takes steps to resolve complaints.
• Recommends enforcement action when necessary.
• Drafts enforcement documents and leads enforcement meetings.
• Reviews permit applications and draft permits, as necessary, to ensure the final permit meets State regulatory requirements.
• Conceives, supports, participates, and assists in the execution of compliance assistance workshops for the regulated community and District employee cross-training.
• Participates and assists with internal training events/activities to gain the essential skills needed to determine the compliance status of regulated facilities.
• Produces timely and accurate documentation of file reviews, inspections, site visits or field work.
• Enters documentation, compliance data and resolution actions into the designated database.
• Reviews required reports, test reports and notices for regulated facilities.
• Processes reports in accordance with established program rules, requirements, and policies.
• Performs other duties as needed.

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