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ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II - 37011499

Employer
State of Florida
Location
West Palm Beach, Florida, US
Salary
Competitive
Closing date
Dec 7, 2021

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Sector
Government
Field
Conservation science
Discipline
Permitting
Salary Type
Salary
Employment Type
Full time
ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II

STATE OF FLORIDA

DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION

Our Organization and Mission:

The Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is the states lead agency for environmental management and stewardship - protecting our air, water and land. The vision of DEP is to create strong community partnerships, safeguard Floridas natural resources and enhance its ecosystem.

The Work You Will Do:

This posting is for an intermediate-level Environmental Specialist II position located at the Department of Environmental Protection's Southeast District Office, in West Palm Beach.

There is a need in the following Compliance Assurance Program (CAP) and/or Permitting areas: NPDES Stormwater, Hazardous Waste, Wastewater,

Air, Environmental Resource Permitting/State 404 Program (ERP/404), Petroleum Storage Tanks Underground Injection Control, Drinking Water and Solid Waste.Depending on the candidate, the appropriate program areas will be assigned.

The compliance and enforcement actions in programs include conducting inspections, drafting inspection reports and any associated compliance and enforcement documents, completing all required data entry into applicable databases, reviewing data and reports, providing technical assistance to regulated entities, participating in outreach events, and investigating complaints associated to the assigned program areas. Actively supports and works toward fulfilling the Agencys Affirmative Action objectives.

The Permitting program processes, reviews, and drafts permits in a timely manner, and in accordance with Department metrics. For assigned projects, reviews application forms, plans and designs, operation and maintenance reports, and monitoring data; performs site visits; prepares requests for information; and drafts permits, intents and administrative orders.

Provides technical guidance to consulting engineers, municipal officials, and others applying for a permit. As needed, assists the Compliance Assurance Program with routine inspections or inspections to investigate complaints or suspected problems at sites. Provides support to CAP including, but not limited to, informal negotiations, preparation of Warning Letters, Notices of Violation, and Consent Orders.

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.

Where You Will Work:

This position is located in West Palm Beach, Florida. West Palm Beach isPalm Beach County's capital city and its cultural center. Its active downtown stretches from a scenic pier on the Lake Worth Lagoon to a waterfront Great Lawn, which hosts a weekly green market, outdoor concerts and this season a 35-foot-tall holiday sandcastle. Dozens of local beaches provide easy access to both the Atlantic Ocean and the Intercoastal Waterway. Several State Parks as well as National Parks are in the immediate area as well.

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:

Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The States 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 (For more information, please click );
  • Flexible Spending Accounts;
  • Tuition waivers;
  • And more!


For a more complete list of benefits, visit .

Pay:

$41,200.00

Your Specific Responsibilities:

Duties and Responsibilities of CAP:

  • Conducts inspections at assigned small or basic facilities, as defined by the specific program, pursuant applicable Florida Statutes and Florida Administrative Code.
  • Writes reports on outcome to inspections as required.
  • Reviews and makes recommendations on reports, scientific, technical or legal documents.
  • Provides technical assistance as needed.
  • Keeps databases updated as required for assigned facilities.
  • Recommends enforcement actions as appropriate. Drafts basic enforcement documents.
  • Provides outreach/compliance assistance to small or basic facilities as needed.
  • Attends and participates in cross-training activities.
  • Other duties as assigned.


  • Processes and reviews permit applications.
  • Engineering review of applications, certification of permits, coordination with other agencies or Department personnel.
  • Provides technical guidance to consulting engineers, municipal officials, and other interested parties.
  • Enters and updates the Departments data management systems during/after review of applications, monitoring reports, inspections or enforcement action.
  • Works with compliance/enforcement staff by making on-site inspections of major facilities; provides technical assistance during preparation of compliance/enforcement documents; and, participates in compliance/enforcement meetings and follow-up to resolve complaints and achieve compliance as determined necessary.
  • Schedules and participates in pre-application meetings.
  • Other duties as assigned.


Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Ability to understand and apply applicable regulations, policies and procedures relating to environmental programs.
  • Ability to deal with the public in a tactful and courteous manner.
  • Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
  • Ability to evaluate, analyze and interpret scientific and technical data.
  • Ability to work independently.
  • Knowledge of the terminology, principles and analytical techniques of the physical or natural sciences.
  • The ability to snorkel as needed in the ERP program.


Minimum Qualifications:

  • Valid Driver License
  • A Bachelors or higher degree from an accredited college or university with a major in a natural science or engineering.
  • A graduate degree may substitute years of experience.



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:

Nearest Major Market: Palm Beach
Nearest Secondary Market: Miami

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