ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST III

Environmental Specialist III

This intermediate environmental position will support the Florida Resilient Program and requires a broad working knowledge of engineering, geology, data science, GIS, and environmental science. Provides technical assistance for planning, funding, permitting, and monitoring of resilience adaptation projects, as well as assisting in the development of policy and procedures. This position requires effective communication and coordination with staff, grant applicants, regional planners, local, state, and federal governmental agencies, and other departmental entities in pursuit of the overall mission to improve resilience to coastal and inland flooding for the state's critical assets.

Specific duties and responsibilities include:

• Technical environmental program support for Florida Resilient grants.
• Assists with the development of guidelines for the review of project data and the criteria for compliance with statutes, rules and policies related to coastal construction and environmental resources.
• Conducts technical reviews of proposed adaptation projects, resilience related monitoring data, and analysis of vulnerability studies.
• Assists with resilience related projects and processes in collaboration with ORCP staff and contractors and prepares reports with recommendations for long-term strategies.
• Assists Field Staff with on-site or virtual inspections, as needed, to evaluate project tasks and deliverables, grant compliance and project performance.
• Assists in review of grant applications.
• Assists in development and review of data products used to analyze program information and streamline processes.
• Coordinate with planning section on education and outreach.
• Represents the Florida Resilient staff in meetings with applicants, at public meetings, and at Department and interagency discussions related to projects and policy issues.

The position also coordinates with the other sections and program areas of the Department in pursuit of the overall mission to preserve, restore and protect the environment and natural resources of Florida.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office, and ArcGIS desktop and mobile applications.
• Ability to apply critical thinking for planning/infrastructure problems.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and manage time efficiently.
• Ability to provide technical assistance to Department staff, local governments, and other external stakeholders.
• Skilled in methods of collecting, compiling, organizing, and analyzing data.
• Ability to develop data products to streamline data analysis.

Minimum Qualifications:

• At least six years of verifiable related experience.
• Post-secondary degrees from an accredited college or university may be used as an alternative for the required four years of experience on a year-for-year basis.
• A valid driver's license.
• Ability to travel.

Pay: $53,560.08

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 create strong community partnerships, safeguard Florida's natural resources and enhance its ecosystem.

Where You Will Work: Tallahassee, Florida's Capital City, lined with rolling hills, oak trees, and canopied roads combines old world charm with a modern pace of life. Home to two major universities as well as state government, Tallahassee is a mid-sized city in the heart of Florida's Big Bend. Boasting proximity to the coast and centrally located to popular tourist destinations, Tallahassee is a highly desirable location for both those seeking their first job or those ready to enter the next exciting chapter in their career. Also, with no state income tax, Florida is a great place to work regardless of where you find yourself on the career ladder.

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida: Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State's 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 ); Tuition waivers; Total Compensation Estimator Tool And more! For a complete list of benefits, visit

Special Notes: DEP is committed to successfully recruiting and onboarding talented and skilled individuals into its workforce. We recognize the extensive training, experience, and transferable 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 for answers to questions through the following email addresses: View email address on click.appcast.io View email address on click.appcast.io 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.