OPS ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST I - 37933002

State of Florida • TALLAHASSEE, FL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The OPS Environmental Specialist I position performs professional work under the direction of the Environmental Administrator for the Division of Waste Management, Waste Reduction & Recycling Program located in Tallahassee, Florida. This position requires a self-motivated individual who can perform multiple duties within the State of Florida Waste Registration and Recycling Program. This is a part-time position that requires up to 29 hours per week. Duties may include but are not limited to: Assisting staff in the processing of registration applications, notifications, renewals and invoicing. Responsibilities include evaluation of registration applications and notifications for accuracy and completeness. Provides direct customer support and data entry of new and revised information submitted in registration-related and notification documents via the Department’s Business Portal, document tracking system and via paper documents. Enter new and revised information accurately and in a timely manner and verifies input. Organize and prepare registration documents for scanning into Oculus after data entry is completed. Coordinates with section staff in preparing invoices, placards, letters and decals for distribution to registered owners and operators. Opens and sorts incoming mail. Assist customers in the processing of registration applications, notifications, renewals and invoicing, while applying state and federal laws, rules, and regulations with the implementation of the Recycling and Registration Programs. The specialist also provides guidance and technical assistance to the public, district, local programs and internal staff and provides updates for management on registration related issues, including coordination of updating and revision of the online data collection system, as needed. Responsibilities include evaluation of registration applications and notifications for accuracy and completeness. Provides direct customer support and data entry of new and revised information submitted in registration-related and notification documents via the Department’s Business Portal, document tracking system and via paper documents. Enter new and revised information accurately and in a timely manner and verifies input. Organize and prepare registration documents for scanning into Oculus after data entry is completed. Coordinates with section staff in preparing invoices, placards, letters and decals for distribution to registered owners and operators. Opens and sorts incoming mail. Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Skilled in usage of personal computer software (Microsoft Office)
• Ability to collect and evaluate data
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
• Ability to learn computer software programs
• Ability to understand, and apply applicable rules, policies and technical data
• Ability to plan and coordinate multiple work assignments
• Ability to collect, enter, retrieve, analyze data and maintain a database system
• High School diploma or GED equivalent; or Any combination of post-secondary education or verifiable related experience, as described above, for a total of two years.
• Valid Driver License

Responsibilities

• Assisting staff in the processing of registration applications, notifications, renewals and invoicing.
• Evaluation of registration applications and notifications for accuracy and completeness.
• Provides direct customer support and data entry of new and revised information submitted in registration-related and notification documents via the Department’s Business Portal, document tracking system and via paper documents.
• Enter new and revised information accurately and in a timely manner and verifies input.
• Organize and prepare registration documents for scanning into Oculus after data entry is completed.
• Coordinates with section staff in preparing invoices, placards, letters and decals for distribution to registered owners and operators.
• Opens and sorts incoming mail.
• Assist customers in the processing of registration applications, notifications, renewals and invoicing, while applying state and federal laws, rules, and regulations with the implementation of the Recycling and Registration Programs.
• Provides guidance and technical assistance to the public, district, local programs and internal staff.
• Provides updates for management on registration related issues, including coordination of updating and revision of the online data collection system, as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Participation in state group insurance (must meet eligibility requirements).
• State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan (tax deferred Retirement Savings Plan, for more information, please visit Corebridge Financial).
• Flexible Spending Accounts

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED