ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II - 37010866

Florida Department of Environmental Protection • TALLAHASSEE, FL • 1w ago

ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II - 37010866

The Florida Department of Environmental Protection is seeking a highly motivated Environmental Specialist II to serve as a Solid Waste Permit Reviewer/Writer. This professional role plays a key part in advancing the agency’s mission by supporting the development of rules and policies, ensuring financial assurance compliance, and contributing to the implementation of Florida’s solid waste management program.

Position Overview and Responsibilities:

Reviews, tracks and processes waste tire invoices and contracts for waste tire clean‑up and abatement.
Prepares appropriate correspondence to contractors, applicants, local and state officials, agencies, consultants, and other in‑house Department programs.
Coordinates with budget, contract, and financial staff to maintain accurate records and process invoices timely.
Coordinates with Districts to identify and assist with abatement of waste tire sites.
Coordinates with the registration section on waste tire‑related registrations and other waste tire issues.
Assists with reviews, evaluations, and approvals of construction, operation, closure, and renewal permit applications and prepares draft permit documents for Class I landfills and other solid waste facilities.
Reviews technical reports and analytical data to determine compliance with Department regulations and standards.
Provides technical assistance to local governments, consultants, and citizens concerning solid waste technologies and regulations.
Performs research or other data‑compilation assignments and prepares written or verbal summaries of findings.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of engineering principles and environmental practices and procedures.
Skills in the operation of personal computers and related software.
Physical ability to conduct solid waste management facility inspections.
Ability to review, organize, and track contract deliverables and maintain accurate records.
Ability to successfully draft/evaluate complex and/or controversial permits or similar compliance concerns.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with Department staff, other agency staff, and the public.
Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing.

Minimum Qualifications:

At least four years of verifiable related experience in environmental science or a physical/natural science.
Post‑secondary degree in environmental science or a related field may be used as an alternative for the required experience on a year‑for‑year basis.
Valid Driver’s License.
Position of Special Trust Requirement.
Applicable Job‑Specific License or Certification: Must possess or be qualified to obtain within one year an active Florida Certified Contract Manager (FCCM) certification.

Preferred Qualifications: