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 Engineering Specialist III position is responsible for providing technical assistance for planning, funding, permitting, and monitoring of resilience adaptation projects, as well as assist in the development of policy and procedures.
The Resilient Florida Program was established during the 2021 Legislative Session with the passage of SB1954/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.
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.
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.
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!
In carrying out the duties of this position, the incumbent is expected at all times to be aware of and abide by the Department's Standards of Conduct, as well as any and all departmental and/or work unit rules, directives, policies, procedures and/or general orders applicable to performing the duties of this position. Incumbent is also expected to actively support and work toward fulfilling the Agency's Affirmative Action objectives.
This intermediate position will support the Resilient Florida Program and requires a broad working knowledge of engineering, geology, data science, and environmental science and provides technical assistance for planning, funding, permitting, and monitoring of resilience adaptation projects, as well as assist in the development of policy and procedures.
Specific duties and responsibilities include:
- Conducts technical reviews of proposed adaptation projects, resilience related monitoring data, and analysis of vulnerability studies.
- Assists in development and review of data products used to analyze program information and streamline processes.
- Represents the Resilient Florida Program in formal and informal meetings with stakeholders.
- Assists with the development of guidelines for the review of project data and the criteria for compliance with statutes, rules and policies.
- Conducts on-site inspections to evaluate project tasks and deliverables.
- Develops and maintains knowledge, skills and abilities in resilience or engineering.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Skilled in methods of collecting, compiling, organizing, and analyzing data.
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to establish effective working relationships and negotiate effectively.
- Ability to handle multiple tasks and manage time efficiently.
DEP is committed to successfully recruiting and onboarding talented and skilled individuals into its workforce. Veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to contact our recruiter for guidance and answers to questions.
Contact Information: Richard Sanborn, HR Liaison, Office of Resilience and Coastal Protection, Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Richard.Sanborn@FloridaDEP.gov
The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
