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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 GIS section of the Resilient Florida Program of the Office of Resilience and Coastal Protection is seeking a full-time Engineering Specialist II. Employee will be responsible for assisting in the coordination, planning, development, maintenance and archival of policies, procedures, practices, and methods for the utilization of the Geographic Information System (GIS) technology for the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP), Office of Resilience and Coastal Protection, Resilient Florida Program.
The Difference You Will Make:
The Resilient Florida Program was established during the 2021 Legislative Session with the passage of SB1964/HB7019 and the creation of section 380.093, Florida Statutes. This legislation will ensure that communities have the resources they need for resilience planning and project implementation as well as creating a framework for a cohesive, coordinated approach to address the impacts of sea level rise, effects of intensified storms and localized flooding.
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:
Tallahassee, Florida’s Capital City, lined with rolling hills, oak trees, and canopied roads combines old world charm with a modern pace of life. Home to two major universities as well as state government, Tallahassee is a mid-sized city in the heart of Florida’s Big Bend. Boasting proximity to the coast and centrally located to popular tourist destinations, Tallahassee is a highly desirable location for both those seeking their first job or those ready to enter the next exciting chapter in their career.
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!
Your Specific Responsibilities:
Employee will be responsible for assisting in the coordination, planning, development, maintenance and archival of policies, procedures, practices, and methods for the utilization of the Geographic Information System (GIS) technology for the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP), Office of Resilience and Coastal Protection, Resilient Florida Program.
Employee will perform tasks required to support program staff related to the use and management of geospatial data. Required tasks can include, but not limited to, creating digital maps, rectifying aerial imagery, performing analysis and calculations, data review, digitizing legal descriptions, plotting paper maps, creating reports, troubleshooting GIS software, providing training to program staff, etc.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Knowledge of concepts, terminology, and techniques related to surveying, mapping and cartography, geodesy, and engineering support as it applies to coastal systems.
- Knowledge of and skills in ESRI GIS-related software including but not limited to ArcGIS Pro, Survey123 Connect, Field Maps, ArcGIS AppStudio, ERDAS.
- Ability to communicate technical information effectively, orally and in writing, to users and information technology personnel.
- Ability to work independently and in a group.
Minimum 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 in this posting, for a total of five years.
- A valid driver’s license.
Contact Information:
Richard Sanborn, HR Liaison
Office of Resilience and Coastal Protection
Florida Department of Environmental Protection
Richard.Sanborn@FloridaDEP.gov
