ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II - 37010901

The State of Florida is hiring an Environmental Specialist II in Jacksonville, FL, responsible for permitting and waste/petroleum cleanup activities. This mid-level position involves reviewing permit applications, producing documents, conducting site inspections, and maintaining project data. The role offers a competitive salary of $46,350 annually and a comprehensive benefits package. The Florida Department of Environmental Protection focuses on environmental stewardship and innovation.
Requisition No: 849156

Agency: Environmental Protection

Working Title: ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II - 37010901

Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 37010901

Salary: 46,350

Posting Closing Date: 03/31/2025

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Environmental Specialist II

State of Florida

Department of Environmental Protection

Permitting

Our Organization and Mission:

The Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is the state’s lead agency for environmental management and stewardship - protecting our air, water and land. The vision of DEP is to advance Florida’s position as a world leader in protecting natural resources while growing the state’s economy.

The Work You Will Do:

This is a mid-level professional position in the Permitting Program responsible for permitting and/or waste/petroleum cleanup activities.

The Difference You Will Make:

Our culture consists of creating connections, working together effectively, and celebrating our successes while leaving the legacy of Protecting Florida Together.

How You Will Grow:

DEP encourages its leaders to constantly innovate and seek efficiencies. We believe in supporting and encouraging you as you take on important and often complex projects while offering you the opportunity to gain valuable experience quickly.

Where You Will Work:

8800 Baymeadows Way, West

Suite 100

Jacksonville, Fl 32256

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:

Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State’s total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including:
• 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 other supplemental insurance options;
• Retirement plan options, including employer contributions (For more information, please click www.myfrs.com);
• Flexible Spending Accounts;
• Tuition waivers;
• And more!

For a more complete list of benefits, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com.

Pay:

$46,350 Annually

Your Specific Responsibilities:
• Review and evaluate permit applications and/or waste/petroleum cleanup documents for conformance to federal and state rules and regulations.
• Produce permits and/or documents and request for additional information (when required) that are technically correct, clear, understandable, and consistent with prescribed rules and department guidance and procedures. Perform site inspections, as necessary, in support of reviews and evaluations.
• Write permits/waste cleanup documents and requests for additional information (when required) within time frames provided in department rules, guidance, procedures and district goals.
• Work towards achieving business plan goals.
• Ensure that the data entry corresponding to all assigned projects is entered into the department's databases and Oculus timely and appropriately, consistent with standard operating procedures.
• Provide technical assistance to Compliance Assurance Program.
• Initiate waste cleanup/petroleum cleanup enforcement action (as assigned).
• Maintain effective internal communications with supervisors and coworkers in keeping with the department’s standards and expectations for communication effectiveness.
• Provide regulatory assistance, such as outreach, permitting determinations and exemptions, to permittee and/or company representatives, other department programs, delegated local programs, and other interested parties.
• Participates in cross-training activities.
• Performs other duties as required.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Knowledge of the terminology, principles and analytical techniques of the environmental or natural sciences.
• Ability to understand and apply applicable regulations, policies and procedures relating to environmental programs.
• Ability to evaluate, analyze and interpret technical reports and supporting documentation.
• Ability to determine work priorities and ensure proper completion of work assignments.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to prepare technical reports.
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and leadership.
• Ability to interact with customers in a tactful and courteous manner.
• Ability to cross-train into multiple regulatory programs.
• Ability to meet established performance standards as identified in the district performance standards document.
• Ability to identify solutions to problems and exhibit positive problem-solving techniques.
• Skill in producing quality work with little oversight or rework.
• Experience with process review and efficiency implementation through use of continuous improvement strategies.

Required or Preferred Qualifications:
• A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university; and one year of verifiable related experience; or Any combination of post-secondary education or verifiable related experience, as described above, for a total of four years.
• Travel

Other Job-Related Requirements for this position:
• Valid Driver’s License

This position is designated as a Position of Special Trust in accordance with DEP-422 (Positions of Special Trust or Responsibility). Any applicant being considered for employment must successfully complete a Level 2 State and National criminal history check as a condition of employment before beginning employment, and also be screened in accordance with the requirements of Chapter 435, F.S. No applicant may begin employment until the background screening results are received, reviewed for any disqualifying offenses, and approved by the Agency.

DEP is committed to successfully recruiting and onboarding talented and skilled individuals into its workforce. We recognize the extensive training, experience, and transferrable skills that veterans and individuals with disabilities bring to the workforce. Veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to contact our recruiter for guidance and answers to questions through the following email addresses:

HR_VeteransPreference@dep.state.fl.us

HR_Recruitment@FloridaDEP.gov

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.