ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST I - 37001038 1
Requisition No:
373183
Agency:
Environmental Protection
Working Title:
ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST I - 37001038 1
Position Number:
37001038
Salary:
$31,000.00 - $35,000.00
Posting Closing Date:
05/24/2021
Department of Environmental Protection
Office of Resilience and Coastal Protection
Advertisement Open Competitive Opportunity
Environmental Specialist I
Position Number:
37001038
Program Overview:
The Office of Resilience and Coastal Protection is seeking a full-time environmental compliance position assigned to assist the compliance and enforcement section of the Beaches, Inlets and Ports Program. The Beaches, Inlets and Ports Program is comprised of four sections; Permitting, Compliance, Resource Review, and Strategic Planning and Coordination.
Each of these sections work together along with other federal, state, and local programs to coordinate, plan and regulate coastal construction projects that are associated with are within the regulatory authority of pursuant to Chapters 120, 161, 253, 258, 373, and 403, Florida Statutes. For more information on the Beaches, Inlets and Ports Program, see the following link:
https:
//floridadep.gov/RCP/Beaches-Inlets-Ports
Duties &
Responsibilities:
- This is an environmental compliance position. This position is assigned to assist in the compliance and enforcement of regulatory programs associated with coastal construction pursuant to Chapters 161, 373, 403, 253, and 258 Florida Statutes. This position also provides assistance to and coordinates with other sections and program areas of the Office and Department District Offices in pursuit of the overall mission to preserve, restore and protect the beaches and coastal systems of Florida.
- Maintains compliance records through data entry in databases for JCP and ERP permits. Uploads Department files documents, reports, and correspondence as appropriate. Assists in the development of database enhancements.
- Tracks ongoing project monitoring and other deliverables for procedural, physical, and biological compliance with issued JCP and ERP permits. Reviews project status reports and audits physical/biological data for compliance with the schedule for submittal of monitoring information. Distributes technical data to appropriate staff experts for review and analysis. Prepares reports and informs Division staff of non-compliance with permit conditions. Coordinates with the JCP permit manager, the project manager (funding), and other programs to ensure all appropriate data is collected pursuant to the permit requirements.
- Provides appropriate follow-up and pursuit of timely actions and resolutions of all compliance related activities. As necessary, initiates compliance/enforcement actions by drafting Compliance Assistance Offers and Warning Letters for review and approval by Program Administrator and prepares other appropriate notice to delinquent permit holders. Provides compliance outreach to permit holders and agents by sending e-mails 30 days in advance of date of required deliverable due dates. Keeps Division staff advised of compliance resolution status and documents final resolution. Represents the Program in meetings and communicates directly with federal, state, and local governmental entities, and private contractors on compliance related activities.
- Reviews and provides input to JCP to modify existing permit conditions or develop new permit conditions to better ensure future permit compliance; Assists in updating and periodic maintenance of the JCP Compliance/Enforcement Manual.
- Regular to frequent travel may be required to conduct various job duties such as compliance assistance or inspections.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):
- Knowledge of concepts, terminology, principles and analytical techniques of the natural or physical sciences as they relate to coastal environments.
- Ability to analyze, evaluate, and interpret scientific and technical data.
- Ability to plan and conduct field inspections both in water and out.
- Ability to prepare technical reports.
- Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments.
- Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
- Ability to maintain a valid driver s license.
- Ability to understand and implement Florida Water Quality Standards.
- Ability to deal with the public in a tactful and courteous manner.
- Ability to perform data entry functions in a database system.
- Ability to travel, including single-day and multi-day trips.
- Skilled in the use of personal computers and software for software for word processing and GIS.
Minimum
Qualifications:
A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in marine ecology, biology, environmental sciences, coastal engineering, geology, or similarly related field.
A valid driver s license.
DEP offers an excellent array of benefits, including:
- Health insurance for individual or family (HMO and PPO options with premiums starting as low as $50 per month)
- Life insurance
- Dental, vision and supplemental insurance
- Retirement benefits
- Vacation and sick leave
- Paid holidays
- Opportunities for career advancement
- Tuition waiver for state university and Florida College System courses
- Training opportunities
- Tax deferred medical and childcare reimbursement accounts.
Contact Information:
Gregory Garis - Program Administrator
Beaches, Inlets & Ports Program (BIPP)
Florida Department of Environmental Protection
Office of Resilience and Coastal Protection
Phone:
850-245-8280
Email:
gregory.garis@floridadep.gov
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.
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. Candidates claiming Veterans Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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