ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST III - 42001093 1

State of Florida • Dundee, FL

19h

About The Position

The Environmental Specialist III is a professional, team-oriented, intermediate-level position in the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, Division of Fruit & Vegetables, Bureau of Field Services. Under the supervision of the Environmental Supervisor IV, the position assists with coordinating and implementing the agricultural component of Basin Management Action Plan (BMAP) and Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) programs established under the Florida Watershed Restoration Act. The work supports delivery of FDACS Best Management Practices (BMP) Program in cooperation with the Florida Department of Environmental Protection, water management districts, soil and water conservation districts, and private landowners.

The position travels to assigned sites within established BMAPs to evaluate irrigation systems at commercial groves, farms, and nurseries. It also assists FDACS BMP field staff with evaluations for cost-share projects, documents and uploads field data, and prepares grower reports. Frequent travel is required, and duties may involve physical exertion outdoors and on rough or slick terrain, including work in inclement weather.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent and two years of experience in agriculture or environmental science; or a high school diploma or equivalent and 1.5 years of experience as an Environmental Specialist I or higher with the State of Florida; or a bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university, majoring in agriculture or environmental science, and six months of experience in agriculture or environmental science.
• Possession of a valid Class E driver license.
• Basic knowledge of required computer hardware and software.
• Ability to lift, maneuver, and carry up to 50 pounds when needed.
• Frequent travel is required.
• Successful applicants must pass a background screening, including fingerprinting.
• Applicants must provide honest and authentic responses during evaluation and selection; use of AI tools to answer qualifying questions or participate in interviews will be considered in determining qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Assist with coordination and implementation of the agricultural component of BMAP and TMDL programs and delivery of the FDACS BMP Program.
• Travel to assigned sites within established BMAPs and conduct detailed on-site irrigation system evaluations at commercial groves, farms, and nurseries.
• Work with FDACS BMP field staff and assist with pre- and post-evaluations for cost-share projects.
• Accurately document field data collection results using approved FDACS templates.
• Upload field data into the MIL database and/or other designated platforms.
• Generate grower reports reflecting audit results.
• Communicate regularly with management to prioritize duties.
• Attend meetings and complete assigned training and administrative duties.
• Direct and train new MIL technicians when assigned.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Annual and sick leave
• Nine paid holidays and one personal holiday each year
• State group insurance options, including health, life, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance
• Retirement plan options, including employer contributions
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Tuition waivers

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED