OPS GOVERNMENT ANALYST I - 37960021

State of Florida • Pensacola, FL

404d • $37,440 - $37,440

About The Position

The OPS Government Analyst I position at the Florida Department of Environmental Protection is a full-time role focused on supporting compliance activities within the Petroleum Storage Tanks section. This position is essential for protecting and managing Florida's natural resources and enforcing environmental laws. The role involves data entry, compliance assistance, and conducting site inspections, contributing to the agency's mission of environmental stewardship.

Requirements

• Associate of Science or higher in engineering or one of the natural sciences or currently enrolled in an undergraduate engineering or science program at the junior level or higher or verifiable related experience for a total of 2 years.
• A valid driver's license.
• Ability to travel, some overnight.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of field sampling techniques for soil, groundwater, surface water, and sediment.

Responsibilities

• Assist and advise owners/operators with compliance issues as appropriate.
• Accurate and timely entry of required data and system information into agency databases and Oculus.
• Recommend compliance and enforcement actions as appropriate.
• Draft basic compliance and enforcement documents such as Compliance Assistance Letters, Warning Letters, and Model Documents.
• Provide outreach and compliance assistance to owners/operators as needed.
• Conduct site inspections for compliance and conditions of issued permits.
• Perform and coordinate accurate data entry into the appropriate Department computer databases and ensure timely entry of documents in Oculus.
• Gain essential skills to determine the compliance status of regulated sites/facilities and become knowledgeable within assigned program areas.
• Participate in safety events, job shadowing, on-the-job training, and team-building initiatives as directed by management.

Benefits

• Participation in state group insurance (must meet eligibility requirements).
• Participation in the Florida Deferred Compensation Plan (457b).
• State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan (tax deferred Retirement Savings Plan).
• Flexible Spending Accounts.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: Associate degree