ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST III - 37020436

State of Florida • Tallahassee, FL

4d • Onsite

About The Position

This is an Environmental Specialist III position at the Florida Geological Survey. It is a second level intermediate environmental position that conducts and assists with environmental/geological research and mapping as it relates to products contributing to responsible use and understanding of Florida’s natural resources. Specific responsibilities include planning, designing, directing, producing, and editing GIS projects for geological mapping analysis and interpretation. Coordinates and supports STATEMAP team geologic mapping and data collection needs and GIS functions by compiling and maintaining data for the STATEMAP Program, coordinating and managing legacy data for statewide mapping program, performing fieldwork for data collection as needed, and publishing mapping results. Develops and maintains routines and scripts that automate ArcGIS tasks for FGS geologic research programs. Assists with building, maintaining, and revising ArcGIS projects and mapping products. Supports the collection, maintenance, and analysis of geological spatial and attribute information using appropriate database and GIS-related tools and software. Designs, manages, and converts existing FGS hard copy and digital files for GIS-compatibility. Prepares technical documentation on GIS processes and programs. Follows DEP metadata standards. Assists with project fieldwork, provide training to field work teams on using Field Maps to collect data as needed. GIS Standardization/Administration: Coordinate with senior scientific staff to develop computer cartographic and database standards for geologic maps and illustrations. Prepare protocols and data and media standards for digital GIS-related files as specified. Work with staff to define system hardware and software requirements and specifications necessary to carry out GIS implementation and data conversion. Assist DEP staff in GIS programs with accessing and utilizing the FGS digital map library. GIS/Geologic Research: Assist with project-specific environmental and geological research with special emphasis on GIS analysis for geological research applications. Prepare environmental, geological, and GIS-related information and products for surveys, reports, projects, and presentations. Work to develop and maintain GIS field mapping applications on tablets and mobile devices. Compile and process new environmental datasets as needed for project development. Attend training courses and meetings related to GIS, image analysis, and mapping standardization. Other responsibilities and duties as required.

Requirements

• Skill in the use of Geographic Information Systems and software including ArcPro, Spatial Analyst, and 3D Analyst.
• Knowledge of terminology, principles, and analytical techniques of GIS programming including ArcGIS Online, Story Maps, and Field Maps.
• Familiarity with database design for GIS compatibility and conversion of existing graphics and data to GIS format including GIS and geodatabase design and digital map library development.
• Familiarity with terminology, principles, and analytical techniques of the physical or natural sciences, including the principles and procedures of data collection and analysis.
• Familiarity with cartographic terminology, principles, and techniques.
• Skill in the methods of data collection.
• Ability to assist in the preparation of technical reports and publications.
• Ability to communicate technical information effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to coordinate work assignments of others and ensure proper completion of work assignments.
• Ability to collect, evaluate, analyze, and interpret scientific or technical data.
• Ability to train and mentor.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to interact with customers and the public in a tactful and courteous manner.
• Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments to meet program and department goals.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to apply critical thinking to solve problems and improve procedures.
• At least 4 years of verifiable related experience in GIS. Post-secondary degrees from an accredited college or university with a major in GIS 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

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of terminology, principles, and analytical techniques of GIS programming including ArcGIS Online, Experience Builder, and Field Maps.
• Should be familiar with and demonstrate capabilities related to Digital Geologic Maps and conversion into the National Geologic Mapping Database also known as GeMS.
• Familiarity with database design for GIS compatibility and conversion of existing graphics and data to GIS format including GIS and geodatabase design and digital map library development.
• Familiarity with terminology, principles, and analytical techniques of the physical or natural sciences, including the principles and procedures of data collection and analysis.

Responsibilities

• Compiling and maintaining data for the STATEMAP Program.
• Coordinating and managing legacy data for statewide mapping program, performing fieldwork for data collection as needed, and publishing mapping results.
• Developing and maintaining routines and scripts that automate ArcGIS tasks for FGS geologic research programs.
• Assisting with building, maintaining, and revising ArcGIS projects and mapping products.
• Supporting the collection, maintenance, and analysis of geological spatial and attribute information using appropriate database and GIS-related tools and software.
• Designing, managing, and converting existing FGS hard copy and digital files for GIS-compatibility.
• Preparing technical documentation on GIS processes and programs.
• Following DEP metadata standards.
• Assisting with project fieldwork, provide training to field work teams on using Field Maps to collect data as needed.
• Coordinate with senior scientific staff to develop computer cartographic and database standards for geologic maps and illustrations.
• Prepare protocols and data and media standards for digital GIS-related files as specified.
• Work with staff to define system hardware and software requirements and specifications necessary to carry out GIS implementation and data conversion.
• Assist DEP staff in GIS programs with accessing and utilizing the FGS digital map library.
• Assist with project-specific environmental and geological research with special emphasis on GIS analysis for geological research applications.
• Prepare environmental, geological, and GIS-related information and products for surveys, reports, projects, and presentations.
• Work to develop and maintain GIS field mapping applications on tablets and mobile devices.
• Compile and process new environmental datasets as needed for project development.
• Attend training courses and meetings related to GIS, image analysis, and mapping standardization.
• Other responsibilities and duties as required.

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