OPS PROFESSIONAL GEOLOGIST I - 64853783

State of Florida • LAKE WALES, FL

70d • Onsite

About The Position

Thank you for your interest in career opportunities with the Florida Department of Health in Polk County. If you are looking to establish a successful career in Public Health, you have come to the right place. Many of our innovative and successful health programs are recognized throughout Florida. We hope you decide to join our team! Applicants will be contacted directly if selected for an interview.

Requirements

• Professional Geologist, Chapter 492, F.S.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a major in geology, environmental science, or one of thein one of the natural sciences.
• Must have a valid Florida Class E Driver License
• OSHA HAZWOPER Certification or the ability to complete the training for certification within six months of hire and maintain annual certification.
• Knowledge of general applications of chemistry, geology, physical and mechanical principles in environmental projects.
• Knowledge of environmental field work, engineering and design principles, tools and equipment.
• Ability to review detailed technical and analytical data for accuracy and the use of correct sampling procedures.
• Ability to work independently, and to organize, prioritize and schedule necessary tasks.
• Skill in computer applications including document preparation, use of detailed spreadsheets and extensive databases.
• Skill in communicating tactfully and effectively with clients and the general public, both verbally and in writing.
• Skill in organizing files and records in both paper and electronic filing systems.

Responsibilities

• Performs geological work requiring licensure by the State Board of Professional Geologists.
• Duties include technical geological reviews to determine site and contaminant plume characteristics, and to advise on correct technical procedures and effective remediation strategies.
• Manages the performance of contamination assessment, remedial action, and monitoring activities for state-funded rehabilitation projects and non-program petroleum discharges under contract with the FDEP Petroleum Restoration Program (PRP), and under the requirements of Chapter 62-780, FAC.
• Serves as the lead geologist responsible for assessment document reviews and approvals.
• Reviews site assessment reports, natural attenuation and post active remediation monitoring reports, and laboratory analytical data related to the Petroleum Cleanup Program.
• Performs studies in stratigraphy, sedimentology, geochemistry, geophysics, hydrogeology, and environmental geology.
• Signs and seals permits, contracts, reports, and other documents which require a Professional Geologist seal for public record.
• Develops site specific scopes of work for state-funded restoration with the assistance of technical support personnel.
• Prepares these scopes for development into purchase requisitions under the PRP’s competitive bidding system.
• Provides recommendations for corrective actions, negotiates changes in the scope of work as required and prepares change orders.
• Prepares draft correspondence for issuance of FDEP Site Orders.
• Monitors the effectiveness of the rehabilitation of the site and the consultant’s performance in accomplishing established goals in a cost-effective and timely manner.
• Monitors and makes recommendations on the rehabilitation of contaminated sites not eligible for state funding (non-program sites).
• Advises the owner and consultant regarding cleanup strategy and required progress towards site closure.
• Performs inspections of managed sites to document the status and condition of installed remediation equipment and monitoring wells, along with general site conditions.
• Completes FDEP inspection forms and takes documentation photographs for inclusion in the file record and OCULUS.
• Maintains files and documentation of these activities in local program site files and also submits for indexing and entry into the FDEP OCULUS electronic record.
• Performs reviews of technical reports documenting site remediation activities, monitoring and progress towards site rehabilitation.
• Issues approval and comment letters addressing the standard of completed work and contractor recommendations for the ongoing site strategy.
• Reviews and approves contractor invoices for completed work at state-funded sites.
• Completes time reporting documentation, required training and other administrative functions.
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Benefits

• State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan (mandatory)
• Participation in state group insurance (upon meeting eligibility requirements. Consult with People First and/or the serving HR office)
• Workers’ Compensation (mandatory, if needed)
• Reemployment Assistance (Unemployment Compensation) (mandatory, if needed)
• Deferred Compensation (voluntary)
• Employee Assistance Program (voluntary)

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level