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Requisition No: 843197
Agency: Environmental Protection
Working Title: ENGINEERING SPECIALIST III - 37010661
Pay Plan: Career Service
Position Number: 37010661
Posting Closing Date: 12/17/2024
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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:
This posting is for an advanced level Engineering Specialist III position located at the Department of Environmental Protection's Southeast District Office, in West Palm Beach.
The Difference You Will Make:
Our culture consists of creating connections, working together effectively and celebrating our successes while leaving the legacy of Protecting Florida Together.
How You Will Grow:
DEP encourages its leaders to constantly innovate and seek efficiency. 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!
Your Specific Responsibilities:
This is an independent professional position requiring extensive working knowledge of administrative functions related to multiple program areas, specifically the Environmental Resource Permitting Program (ERP) Permitting Program.
The incumbent in this position is responsible for Business Planning and Permitting Workflow Operational Efficiencies.
- Inbox Management - responsible for coding and assignment of all incoming Environmental Resource Program (ERP) permit applications to the Workflow Team.
- ERP Exemption (Auto-Letters) Letters – responsible for oversight of the auto-letter process.
- Manages Oculus Content – Coordinates all RAI response uploads into Oculus for ERP and other Permitting Program Areas.
- PA Database – Manages and coordinates corrections in PA.
- Provides weekly update reports and/or statistical analyses to the BPPA & PPA on tasks related to workflow metrics and Permitting metrics.
- Coordinates ERP permitting activities with the Marathon Branch Office.
- Works closely with leadership and regulatory staff on the development and implementation of efficiencies.
- Works with other team members on training of administrative duties.
- Assists with other Permitting Program Areas, as needed.
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 understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures relating to environmental programs.
- Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally.
- Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments.
- Ability to work in a team or independently.
- Ability to prepare technical and programmatic reports.
- Ability to understand and follow legislative policy direction as established in Florida Statutes.
- Ability to deal with the public in a tactful and courteous manner.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
- Ability to perform field inspections including, climb ladders and stairs, walk on slopes, lift and carry 40 pounds over a distance up to 100 yards.
- Ability to work outdoors for extended periods of time in temperatures and weather conditions typical of South Florida.
- Ability to use safety equipment.
- Skilled in the use of personal computers, computer programs, spreadsheets, industry database applications and various electronic devices.
- Ability to maintain a valid driver’s license and travel overnight when required.
- Ability to conduct and complete work assignments without close supervision.
Required Qualifications:
- Valid Driver License
- Ability to travel
- At least six months of Permitting/CAP related experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college; or any combination of post-secondary education or verifiable related experience, as described above, for a total of 4 years.
BACKGROUND SCREENING REQUIREMENT: This position is designated as a Position of Special Trust. Any applicant being considered for employment must successfully complete a Level 2 State and National criminal history check as a condition of employment.
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.
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.
The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing.
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.
