ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST III - 37020905

State of Florida • TALLAHASSEE, FL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

This is a professional position responsible for implementing administrative and technical aspects of the Onsite Sewage Program on a statewide basis. The incumbent will serve as a team member of the Engineering and Research program. The incumbent reviews and approves applications for approval of components of onsite sewage treatment and disposal systems, provides technical consultation to program stakeholders and supports the research coordinator with onsite sewage program research.

Requirements

• Knowledge of the terminology, principles and analytical techniques of the physical or natural sciences.
• Ability to determine work priorities and ensure proper completion of work assignments.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures relating to environmental programs.
• Ability to solve problems and make decisions.
• Ability to work independently.
• At least six years of verifiable related experience in the areas of engineering, environmental health, environmental science, or a physical or biological science. Post-secondary degrees from an accredited college or university may be used as an alternative for the required six years of experience on a year for year basis.
• Valid Driver’s License
• Must possess or be qualified to obtain within 6 months of employment an active Environmental Health Professional Certification in the area of Onsite Sewage Systems, or be a Registered Sanitarian, or the equivalent, all as required in s.381.0101, Florida Statutes.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university with a degree in a related field of engineering (such as civil or environmental), environmental health, environmental science or physical or biological science.
• Knowledge of onsite sewage treatment systems or wastewater treatment.
• Knowledge of onsite sewage treatment system rules in Florida.
• Field experience with onsite sewage treatment systems.
• Environmental Health Professional certification in the area of Onsite Sewage or a Registered Sanitarian.

Responsibilities

• Reviews and approves applications for approval of components of onsite sewage treatment and disposal systems.
• Provides technical consultation to program stakeholders.
• Supports the research coordinator with onsite sewage program research.

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