DEP-OPS ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST I - 37940046-Div of Env Asmnt & Restoration
Requisition No:
383041
Agency:
Environmental Protection
Working Title:
DEP-OPS ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST I - 37940046-Div of Env Asmnt & Restoration
Position Number:
37940046
Salary:
$ 14.90 hourly (hiring at base of the position title)
Posting Closing Date:
06/06/2021
Division of Environmental Assessment and Restoration
Biology Program
FDEP Laboratory
Advertisement OPEN COMPETITIVE - Opportunity
OPS Environmental Specialist I
Position Number 37940046
The Biology Program is accepting applications for a full-time OPS Environmental Specialist I position. Full time means 40 hours per week.
Summary of Duties:
Prepare and analyze samples in the bench biology group including but not limited to chlorophyll, BOD and microbiology. Upload, verify, and authorize data for tests in the bench biology group. Maintain logbook bench sheets, quality control charts, maintenance books, and data files. Perform QC on laboratory supplies upon receipt. Prepare reagents, standards, and media for sample analysis. Perform instrument cleaning, maintenance, and calibration. Review and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and quality assurance. Clean and organize laboratory workspaces, glassware, and sample containers.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (Essential):
- Knowledge of general biology and microbiology.
- Knowledge of the terminology, principles, and analytical techniques of the physical and natural sciences.
- Skill in the use of computers, including Microsoft Office software, internet resources, or other computer programs.
- Skill in use of scientific laboratory equipment.
- Skill in collecting managing, analyzing, and interpreting scientific data.
- Skill in determining workload priorities and ensuring proper completion of work assignments.
- Ability to participate in sampling for special studies.
- Ability to use QC measures to evaluate accuracy, precision and efficiency of biological methods and ensure high quality data.
- Ability to use laboratory personal protective equipment and work with acids, acetone, and other chemicals.
- Ability to think and work independently, and to work well in a group.
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
- Ability to work at counter height for long stretches of time with periods of frequent movement about the laboratory.
- Ability to work weekends, holidays, and extra daily hours as needed.
- Ability to maintain a valid Florida driver s license and travel.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (Preferred):
16. Skill in the use of Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS).
17. Skill in performing microbiological and chlorophyll analysis.
Position Requirements:
A Bachelor s degree from an accredited college or university with a major in one of the biological or natural sciences and one year of professional experience in biological science, environmental protection, or regulation. An official transcript or diploma is required of the selected candidate to confirm qualifications for the position.
- Valid driver s license and travel.
- Work weekends, holidays, and extra daily hours as needed.
Position location:
Bob Martinez Center,
Jerry E Brooks Environmental Laboratory
2600 Blair Stone Road,
Tallahassee, Florida 32399-2400
Hourly wage:
$14.90 per hour
Advertisement Closing Date:
June 6, 2021
Persons interested in applying for this position must submit a completed State of Florida Employment Application
through the People First System.
For questions concerning this position, please contact:
Diane Power, Environmental Manager
850-245-8185
Diane.Power@dep.state.fl.us
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.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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