ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II - 37011193

State of Florida • TALLAHASSEE, FL

4d • $47,350 - $48,000 • Onsite

About The Position

This specialized intermediate environmental remediation management position reports to the Section Environmental Administrator and will personally oversee the performance of the contamination assessment and remedial action activities at state-funded environmental rehabilitation projects in the Petroleum Restoration Program (PRP). Develops and prepares Statements of Work (SOW), Task Assignments and Purchase Orders. Interacts with Agency Term Contractors (ATCs), monitors ATC’s performance and completes evaluations of their work after each Purchase Order is completed. Interacts with owners/responsible parties, reviews ATC recommended actions, reviews SOWs with the assistance of technical support personnel and negotiates elements with ATCs. Assists in making recommendations for corrective actions, negotiates necessary changes and prepares work change orders. Performs site inspections as needed.

Performs review of technical reports/documents and interfaces with technical support staff to determine the best and most efficient course to contaminated site closures. Reviews and approves ATC invoices for correctly completed work. Monitors the environmental rehabilitation occurring at assigned facilities/discharges and the ATCs efficiency in accomplishing the cleanup activities in a cost-effective and timely manner according to Agency Term Contract. Performs input and tracking of petroleum contamination cleanup data from deliverables, invoices, etc. into electronic data management systems and maintains file management and tracking. Develops and maintains documentation to be utilized in the evaluation of ATCs performance. Assists in the development of projections (technical and financial) for assigned facilities/discharges.
Assists Team Leader, Advanced Cleanup (AC) Coordinator, Consent Order Tracking Coordinator and the Performance Based Cleanup (PBC) Coordinator with tracking the progress of AC, PBC, Consent Order, and Performance Based Advanced Cleanup (PBAC) facilities and associated agreements. Assists with preparations for negotiations with ATCs, assists with the development of associated agreements, SOWs and Purchase Orders.
Assists the PRP and Division of Waste Management with development and updating of related guidance, training, processes and procedures.
Responds to information requests from government, co-workers, private entities, consultants, and the general public concerning program/project activities.
Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Requirements

• Knowledge of Geologic and Hydrogeologic concepts and principles.
• Knowledge of general site assessment and remediation terminology and techniques.
• Knowledge of the Petroleum Cleanup provisions of Section 376, F.S. and applicable Department rules and guidance.
• Skill in using personal computers, writing and spreadsheet software.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a diverse group of professionals.
• Ability to plan and organize a complex workload and utilize problem-solving techniques.
• Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Ability to analyze and interpret scientific and technical data.
• Ability to provide guidance and/or training on complex and/or controversial Program documents.
• Ability to successfully draft/evaluate complex and/or controversial documents or similar compliance concerns with sufficient expertise for managing complex issues.
• Ability to conduct inspections
• At least four years of verifiable related experience in engineering, environmental science or one of the 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 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.
• Valid Driver’s License
• Travel is required.
• OSHA Safety Training successfully completed within six months of employment.
• Complete Florida Certified Contract Manager (FCCM) training within one year of employment.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Geology, Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience with environmental remediation, contaminated site cleanup, or petroleum restoration projects.
• Knowledge of environmental regulations and technical report review.
• Experience managing environmental projects, contractors, or consultants.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and data management systems.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and stakeholders
• One year of regulatory inspection/compliance/permitting or other related experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the performance of contamination assessment and remedial action activities at state-funded environmental rehabilitation projects in the Petroleum Restoration Program (PRP).
• Develop and prepare Statements of Work (SOW), Task Assignments and Purchase Orders.
• Interact with Agency Term Contractors (ATCs), monitor their performance, and complete evaluations of their work.
• Interact with owners/responsible parties, review ATC recommended actions, and negotiate elements with ATCs.
• Assist in making recommendations for corrective actions, negotiate necessary changes, and prepare work change orders.
• Perform site inspections as needed.
• Review technical reports/documents and interface with technical support staff to determine the best course to contaminated site closures.
• Review and approve ATC invoices for correctly completed work.
• Monitor environmental rehabilitation and ATC efficiency in accomplishing cleanup activities.
• Perform input and tracking of petroleum contamination cleanup data into electronic data management systems.
• Maintain file management and tracking.
• Develop and maintain documentation for ATC performance evaluation.
• Assist in the development of technical and financial projections for assigned facilities/discharges.
• Assist with tracking the progress of Advanced Cleanup (AC), Performance Based Cleanup (PBC), Consent Order, and Performance Based Advanced Cleanup (PBAC) facilities and associated agreements.
• Assist with preparations for negotiations with ATCs, and the development of associated agreements, SOWs and Purchase Orders.
• Assist with the development and updating of related guidance, training, processes and procedures.
• Respond to information requests from government, co-workers, private entities, consultants, and the general public concerning program/project activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned 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
• Tuition waivers

What This Job Offers

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