PROFESSIONAL GEOLOGIST I - 64006477

State of Florida • LAKE WALES, FL

13d • $63,000 - $65,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Professional Geologist I works in the Petroleum Cleanup Program for the Florida Department of Health in Polk County. The role performs geological work requiring licensure by the State Board of Professional Geologists, including technical reviews to determine site and contaminant plume characteristics and recommendations on technical procedures and remediation strategies. The position manages contamination assessment, remedial action, and monitoring for state-funded rehabilitation projects and non-program petroleum discharges under contract with the FDEP Petroleum Restoration Program and in accordance with Chapter 62-780, FAC.

The incumbent leads reviews and approvals of assessment documents, site assessment reports, monitoring reports, and laboratory analytical data. The role also develops scopes of work, supports purchasing and contract changes, monitors remediation and consultant performance, and advises owners and consultants on cleanup strategy at non-program sites. Site inspections, technical deliverable reviews, contractor invoice approvals, recordkeeping, training, and administrative work are also included. The position is located in Lake Wales, Florida, and may require emergency duty before, during, or beyond normal work hours or days.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a major in geology, environmental science, or one of the natural sciences, in accordance with Florida Statute 492.
• Valid Florida Class E Driver License.
• Knowledge of general applications of chemistry, geology, and 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 correct sampling procedures.
• Ability to work independently and organize, prioritize, and schedule tasks.
• Skill in computer applications, including document preparation, detailed spreadsheets, and extensive databases.
• Skill in communicating tactfully and effectively with clients and the general public, verbally and in writing.
• Skill in organizing files and records in paper and electronic filing systems.
• Ability to learn and communicate effectively in English, orally and in writing.
• Position requires a security background check and/or drug screening and participation in direct deposit.

Responsibilities

• Lead reviews and approvals of geological assessment documents, site assessment reports, natural attenuation and post-active-remediation monitoring reports, and laboratory analytical data.
• Perform studies in stratigraphy, sedimentology, geochemistry, geophysics, hydrogeology, and environmental geology.
• Sign and seal permits, contracts, reports, and other documents requiring a Professional Geologist seal for public record.
• Develop site-specific scopes of work for state-funded restoration projects with technical support personnel and prepare them for purchase requisitions under the PRP competitive bidding system.
• Recommend corrective actions, negotiate scope-of-work changes, and prepare change orders.
• Prepare draft correspondence for issuance of FDEP Site Orders.
• Monitor the effectiveness and cost and timeliness of site rehabilitation and consultant performance.
• Monitor non-program contaminated sites and recommend rehabilitation measures; advise owners and consultants on cleanup strategy and progress toward site closure.
• Inspect managed sites to document remediation equipment, monitoring wells, and general site conditions; complete FDEP inspection forms and take photographs for the file record and OCULUS.
• Maintain local program site files and submit records for indexing and entry into the FDEP OCULUS electronic record.
• Review technical reports on remediation, monitoring, and rehabilitation progress; issue approval and comment letters on completed work and ongoing site strategy.
• Review and approve contractor invoices for completed work at state-funded sites.
• Complete time reporting, required training, and other administrative functions; perform other duties as assigned.
• Perform emergency duty before, during, and/or beyond normal work hours or days when required, including work in special needs or Red Cross shelters or other disaster-related response duties.

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 supplemental insurance
• Retirement plan options, including employer contributions
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Tuition waivers

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time