Environmental Specialist I - TMS - Pollution Control Education and Outreach

The Environmental Specialist I at Collier County in Naples, FL, focuses on pollution control education and outreach. Responsibilities include planning community events, creating educational materials, delivering presentations, providing technical assistance on environmental regulations, and analyzing data to support decision-making. The role requires engaging with various stakeholders and coordinating environmental activities. The position is on-site and involves significant community interaction.
About the position

The Environmental Specialist I position within the Pollution Control section of the Capital Project Planning, Impact Fee, and Program Management Division is responsible for planning and implementing pollution prevention education and outreach initiatives. This role involves engaging with the community through event planning and execution, content creation, and delivering presentations to diverse audiences, including school-age children and community groups. The specialist will conduct community events, create educational materials, and lead field trips, ensuring that the information presented is both understandable and relatable while promoting behavioral changes regarding environmental issues. In addition to community engagement, the Environmental Specialist I will provide technical assistance concerning environmental regulations and pollution control measures. This includes meeting with property owners, contractors, and the public to discuss environmental concerns and recommend solutions. The role also requires coordination of various environmental activities related to pollution control, conservation, and waterway management, serving as a point of contact for residents regarding environmental issues. The specialist will prepare reports, executive summaries, and presentations for County Commissioners and other boards, and will be involved in the development of natural resource management policies. Data analysis is a key component of this role, as the specialist will collect and analyze geographic data, monitor trends, and prepare reports to support decision-making processes. The position also involves communication with various stakeholders, including regulatory agencies and community organizations, to coordinate work activities and resolve issues. Additional responsibilities may include monitoring inventory, investigating environmental complaints, and performing water sampling as needed.

Responsibilities
• Conduct community event planning, coordination, and execution.
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• Create content for educational purposes and teach in classrooms.
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• Lead field trips for school-age children.
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• Create and execute presentations for various groups such as homeowners associations and civic groups.
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• Manage social media content and advertising campaigns.
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• Develop educational materials such as vehicle wraps and brochures.
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• Write articles for educational campaigns.
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• Create and implement industry-specific education campaigns.
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• Conduct training for businesses and internal customers.
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• Implement water quality impairment specific campaigns.
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• Present technical/scientific material in an understandable manner.
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• Provide information and technical assistance on environmental regulations and pollution control.
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• Coordinate environmental activities related to pollution control and conservation.
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• Prepare staff reports, executive summaries, and resolutions.
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• Make presentations to County Commissioners and other boards.
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• Acquire and analyze data to assess the impact on natural resources.
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• Compile and monitor administrative and statistical data.
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• Communicate with various stakeholders to coordinate work activities and resolve problems.
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• Attend meetings and participate in workshops and County exhibits.
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• Monitor inventory of division equipment and supplies.
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• Investigate complaints regarding environmental issues and document findings.
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• Perform sampling of groundwater or surface waters.

Requirements
• Bachelor's degree in an Environmental field required.
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• One (1) year of previous experience preferred.
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• Candidates without a related degree should possess an additional four (4) years of related experience.
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• Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver's License.

Nice-to-haves
• Experience in GIS (Geographic Information Systems) is preferred.

Benefits