ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST III

Requisition No: 877690 Working Title: ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST III - 37010507 This position is located in Tallahassee, FL . The State Personnel System is an E-Verify employer. For more information click on our E-Verify Website. Position Overview and Responsibilities Environmental Specialist III in the Mitigation Banking Program. This role is important to the agency’s work as it ensures the integrity of wetland mitigation provided through mitigation bank credits. The position is located in the Office of Submerged Lands and Environmental Resource Coordination, in the Division of Water Resource Management. This is an intermediate level position performing a range of assignments independently under limited supervision. Responsible for the coordination, review, and processing of mitigation banks and Regional Offsite Mitigation Area (ROMAs) that are assigned to the program. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of the Environmental Resource Permitting program as it pertains to mitigation and mitigation bank permitting. Ability to collect, evaluate, analyze and interpret scientific and technical data and prepare technical reports. Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures related to the Environmental Resource Permitting and proprietary programs as they relate to mitigation banking. Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments, determine work priorities and ensure completion of work assignments. Ability to work effectively and accurately while under deadlines. Ability to prioritize extensive workload and maintain organized records. Ability to evaluate complex interrelationships. Knowledge of habitat management, restoration, and habitat rehabilitation techniques. Skill in observing and reporting biological field conditions. Knowledge of biological functions related to Florida ecosystems. Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing. Ability to work independently and as part of a team to achieve specified goals. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships in a courteous and professional manner. Ability to effectively operate ArcGIS, Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Ability and willingness to travel throughout Florida as needed for routine inspection activities. Ability to work extended hours and endure physically demanding field inspections in limited access locations, at times during inclement weather and high heat index conditions. Minimum Qualifications At least six years of related professional experience OR any combination of post-secondary education or verifiable related experience as described above, for a total of six years. A credential evaluation report from an approved agency must be submitted along with all foreign degrees. Valid Driver’s License. Travel extensively throughout Florida to perform field inspections. 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. Pay Pay information not provided. 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. Drug-Free Workplace 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. Equal Employment Opportunity Pursuant to Florida Law, 110.211 F. S., the State of Florida is an EEO employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr