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ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST I
State of Florida
Department of Environmental Protection
Multiple Vacancies
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:
These are entry-level positions performing professional work and basic scientific tasks under general supervision in the District’s Permitting and Compliance Assurance Programs. The job requires skills in applying instructions to accomplish different job functions and a general understanding of scientific principles.
The Difference You Will Make:
The Florida Department of Environmental Protection protects, conserves and manages the state’s natural resources and enforces its environmental laws.
How You Will Grow:
DEP encourages its leaders to constantly innovate and seek efficiencies.
Where You Will Work:
South District - The South District Office is located in Fort Myers.
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;
- Retirement plan options;
- Flexible Spending Accounts;
- Tuition waivers;
- And more!
To learn more about different DEP career opportunities, visit https://floridadep.gov/adm/hr/content/career-opportunities-0
Compliance Assurance Program Responsibilities:
Facility Compliance
- Plans and conducts inspections, site visits, and/or other required field work.
- Provides compliance assistance to regulated facilities.
- Conducts follow up activities to assist facilities in returning to compliance.
- Responds to complaints in a prompt and effective manner.
- Supports, participates, and/or assists in the execution of compliance assistance workshops.
Training:
- Participates in office training events/activities.
- Is a self-advocate for training.
Report Processing:
- Produces timely and accurate documentation of file reviews.
- Enters documentation, compliance data and resolution actions into the designated database.
Customer Service:
- Identify and meet the needs of customers.
- Communicates proactively and in a clear consistent manner.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Knowledge of the terminology, principles, and analytical techniques of the physical or natural sciences.
- Ability to collect, evaluate, analyze, and interpret scientific or technical data.
- Ability to prepare technical and programmatic reports.
- Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in a natural or physical science from an accredited college or university.
- The ability to successfully complete a Level 2 State and National criminal history background check.
Other Job-Related Requirements for this position:
- Valid Driver License.
- Travel is required, including overnight.
To learn more about the DEP South District office, please access the following link: https://floridadep.gov/south
Contact Information:
Amanda Ades
South District DEP
(239) 344-5652
