ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST III - 37021085 1

State of Florida • FL

94d • $53,580

About The Position

This second level intermediate environmental specialist position requires a working knowledge of the forcing mechanisms of coastal littoral sediment transport and ocean inlet tidal hydrodynamics, and coastal geology or geomorphology. This position’s primary responsibility is to conduct coastal science/engineering, geology or environmental reviews of beach and inlet management projects, and other coastal construction projects which receive Department funding or require a permit from the Department. This position provides technical assistance for planning, funding, permitting, and monitoring beach and inlet management projects, as well as assisting in the development of policy and procedures. This position requires effective communication and coordination with staff, permit applicants, local, state, and federal governmental agencies, and other departmental entities in pursuit of the overall mission to preserve, restore and protect the beaches and coastal systems of Florida.

Requirements

• At least six years of verifiable related experience.
• Post-secondary degrees from an accredited college or university with a major in coastal engineering, coastal geology, geology or environmental science with coastal track course concentration, or related coastal studies may be used as an alternative for the required six years of experience on a year-for-year basis.
• A valid driver license.
• Ability to travel.

Responsibilities

• Conducts technical reviews of coastal monitoring data, littoral sediment transport processes, volumetric and shoreline change analysis, presented in reports and feasibility studies of beach and inlet management activities.
• Provides written comments to the permit or project manager.
• Participates in meetings as necessary with designated staff to discuss projects and to coordinate the completion of technical reviews.
• Represents the CEG staff in meetings with permit applicants, at public meetings, and at Department and interagency discussions related to projects and policy issues.
• Assists with the development of guidelines for the review of coastal science information and the criteria for compliance with statutes, rules and policies related to coastal construction and environmental resources.
• Assists with studies of coastal geologic and littoral sediment transport processes in collaboration with the ORCP staff and contractors and prepares reports with recommendations for long-term regional beach or inlet management strategies.
• Conducts on-site inspections to evaluate beach-dune conditions, beach sediment characteristics and permit compliance of beach and inlet management projects.
• Conducts post-storm impact assessments to evaluate the effects of major storm events on coastal construction and beach and dune resources.
• Assists in the preparation of post-storm reports and recovery plans.
• Develops and maintains knowledge, skills and abilities in coastal sciences, geology, or engineering; and knowledge of the statutes, rules, and policies related to coastal construction and environmental resources.

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: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees