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ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTANT
State of Florida
Department of Environmental Protection
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 create strong community partnerships, safeguard Florida’s natural resources and enhance its ecosystem.
The Work You Will Do:
The Environmental Consultant for the Onsite Sewage Program (OSP) plays a crucial role at the Florida Department of Environmental Protection by overseeing the effective regulation of individuals and businesses in the onsite sewage field. This position ensures that regulated industries comply with state environmental standards, thereby safeguarding public health and the environment.
This position is located within the Onsite Sewage Program, a vital component of the Florida Department of Environmental Protection's efforts to manage and protect the state's water resources.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Coordinate the statewide septic tank contractor licensing, private provider inspector registration and business authorization program.
- Review and approve septic tank contracting course providers and continuing education courses.
- Coordinate with field staff and the Office of General Counsel on complaints and enforcement cases associated with the onsite sewage industry.
- Crosstrain to support functions in the Onsite Sewage Program including Chapter 381, F.S., variance requests and other special projects.
This position is essential to the agency's mission of protecting Florida's natural resources and ensuring the health and safety of its residents through effective management of onsite sewage systems.
The Difference You Will Make:
The Environmental Consultant for the Onsite Sewage Program is responsible for ensuring that onsite sewage systems are properly installed, maintained and repaired by qualified people and businesses. This role helps prevent the contamination of Florida’s groundwater and surface waters. Properly functioning septic systems prevent untreated wastewater from entering natural habitats, protecting Florida’s diverse ecosystems, including its rivers, lakes and coastal waters. Clean water is also essential for public health, as it reduces the risk of waterborne illnesses and ensures clean water resources for communities.
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.
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;
- Flexible Spending Accounts;
- Tuition waivers;
- And more!
For a more complete list of benefits, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com.
Your Specific Responsibilities:
This advanced environmental position provides onsite sewage program expertise to county health departments, Department of Environmental Protection staff, other state or federal agencies, industry organizations and the public. Programmatic areas of responsibility include coordination of and assistance with the following: (1) statewide septic tank contractor and private provider inspector registration and septic tank contractor business authorization implementation, (2) continuing education provider and course approvals, (3) regulated industry complaints and enforcement tracking, (4) technical assistance and rule interpretation and (5) programmatic policy and procedure review and implementation. Additional responsibilities to support programmatic work include collaboration, communication, administrative functions and project management.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Ability to determine work priorities and ensure proper completion of work assignments.
- Work independently, solve problems, and make decisions.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
- Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures relating to environmental programs.
Required Qualifications:
A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and 2-years of verifiable related experience; or Any combination of post-secondary education or verifiable related experience, as described above, for a total of six years.
Preferred Qualifications:
Possess or be qualified to obtain within 6 months of employment, an active Environmental Health Professional Certification in the area of Onsite Sewage Systems, or be a Registered Sanitarian, or the equivalent, all as required in s.381.0101, Florida Statutes.
Other Job Related Requirements for this position:
Valid Driver 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.
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.
