Environmental Field Specialist & Project Lead

Requisition No: 875453 Working Title: ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II – 37010832 This position is located in Tallahassee, FL. Position Overview and Responsibilities This is an intermediate technical position requiring knowledge in aspects of environmental site assessment and project management. The Environmental Specialist II (ES II) will assist in the completion of site investigation field work that is associated with suspected soil and groundwater contamination. The ES II will also work directly with the public, department personnel, contractors, municipalities, and government officials in conducting these activities. Responds to reports of potential or actual soil and groundwater contamination cases. Conducts scientific assessments utilizing forensic assessment methodologies to collect pertinent data to determine source areas and responsible parties. These activities include historical data searches, obtaining access to properties, installation of monitor well networks, soil and groundwater sample collection and aquifer characterization studies. Maintains, operates, and calibrates equipment used during field investigations. Assists with summarizing the results of field investigations, including interpretations of hydrogeological data and analytical data. Assists with production of the final report. Maintains site files and inputs site information into the section database. Serves as a contract and project manager for state-funded cleanup sites. As a project manager, the incumbent is responsible for the technical and administrative aspects of environmental site assessment projects. The ES II will be responsible for accurate financial and scientific entries into applicable databases. Review and approval of deliverables and invoices. Responsible for accurately documenting communications with affected parties during investigations and ensuring the environmental effectiveness of these projects in accordance with the appropriate regulations. Works independently and informs the Environmental Administrator of status and issues regarding environmental cleanup projects throughout the state. Performs other duties as required. Position of Special Trust Requirement This position is designated as a Position of Special Trust in accordance with DEP Directive 422, Positions of Special Trust or Responsibility. Successful completion of background screening will be required for this position. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of geology, hydrogeology, chemistry and Florida’s groundwater. Knowledge of groundwater characteristics and geochemistry. Knowledge of GIS software. Knowledge of environmental assessment procedures and techniques. Skilled in the use of personal computers and financial/technical spreadsheet development. Skilled in technical writing to summarize investigative findings in report format. Skilled in Project Management. Ability to learn monitoring well construction techniques. Ability to be physically able to perform field work. Ability to work as a team member or independently. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to understand and apply appropriate rules, regulations, policies and procedures relating to environmental programs. Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments. Ability to travel for fieldwork and training. Minimum Qualifications At least four years of verifiable related experience in engineering, environmental science or one of the natural sciences. Post‑secondary degrees from an accredited college or university with a major in engineering, environmental science or one of the natural sciences may be used as an alternative for the required years of experience on a year‑for‑year basis. A credential evaluation report from an approved agency must be submitted along with all foreign degrees. Valid Driver’s License OSHA Safety Training successfully completed within six months of employment Travel is required. Participate in Medical Monitoring program Preferred Qualifications One year of regulatory inspection/compliance/permitting or other related experience. Knowledge and/or experience in soil and groundwater sampling. Benefits 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 ); EEO and Disability Statement An individual with a disability is qualified if he or she satisfies the skills, experience, and other job‑related requirements for a position and can perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must contact the DEP Human Resources (HR) Office at View phone number on click.appcast.io. DEP requests applicants notify HR 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. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. 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. Pursuant to Florida Law, 110.211 F. S., the State of Florida is an EEO employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr