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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 advance Florida’s position as a world leader in protecting natural resources while growing the state’s economy.
The Work You Will Do:
This position is part of the Florida Geological Survey’s (FGS) Geologic Sample Acquisition and Management section. The successful candidate will act as an assistant to the Curator in the FGS Geological Sample Collections Facility (repository). Duties include the physical preparation of geologic samples for archival storage, updating the FGS GEODES database and Microsoft Excel tracking files, assisting with the maintenance of the facility and the preservation of samples stored in the facility, and participation in Quality Assurance and Quality Control (QA/QC) processes for physical samples and electronic records. These duties involve occasional heavy lifting, frequent work in a warehouse with limited climate control, use of power tools, and use of computers in both office conditions and field conditions.
The Difference You Will Make:
You will be supporting the work of FGS geologists to develop and improve the geologic maps that are used to inform policy decisions for environmental protection, land use, and water use. Preservation of geologic samples makes it possible for researchers from government, academia, and industry to improve our understanding of Florida’s geology, particularly in areas where drilling may no longer be practical or economically possible. These advancements in understanding will make it possible to better protect the environment, create responsible economic development, and improve the lives and welfare of all of Florida’s citizens.
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. Opportunities in this position include learning documentation procedures and material handling procedures critical to good science, becoming familiar with geologic material from Florida, interaction with professional geologists and work in a professional environment.
Your Specific Responsibilities:
- Receiving samples, including team lifting of core boxes weighing up to 150 pounds and use of a forklift.
- Processing of well cuttings and core samples, including use of masonry and rock saws.
- Maintenance of facility, including sweeping, dusting, removal of cobwebs and other tasks as assigned.
- Delivering and retrieving samples for FGS scientific staff and visiting researchers.
- Assists in the maintenance of Collections related databases and electronic documents.
- Responsible for correct submittal within established deadlines of required DEP paperwork (time sheets, vehicle logs, travel authorizations & reimbursements, etc.) in hard copy or electronic version.
- Other duties as required.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Skilled in organizing work details and prioritizing workload.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
- Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
- Ability to maintain a valid driver license.
- Ability to lift and handle boxes and other containers of up to 75 pounds in tight spaces and while using a step stool, ladder, or mobile stairs.
- Ability to operate (or learn to operate) a forklift.
Required Qualifications:
- Florida Class E Driver License
- Highschool diploma or equivalent
Preferred Qualifications:
- Skilled in use of stationery and handheld power tools.
- Experience with laboratory procedures and QA/QC.
- Skilled in use of photographic software / digital photography.
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. Veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to contact our recruiter for guidance and answers to questions through the following email addresses:
HR_Recruitment@FloridaDEP.gov
Contact
Edward Chelette
Edward.Chelette@FloridaDEP.gov
850-245-3121
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 and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.
