Environmental Specialist II

Department: Parks Recreation and Natural Resources Position Title: Environmental Specialist II Overview You will support land managers by developing, implementing, and coordinating land management projects and activities, including exotic plant treatment and prescribed fire, monitoring habitat conditions, and coordinating maintenance of public use infrastructure. Responsibilities Participate in coordinating activities necessary to properly manage County-owned natural lands and support public use. Document, monitor, and treat exotic plant occurrences on natural area lands. Develop contract specifications and perform contractor oversight for land management activities. Assist in the collection, analysis, and evaluation of land management activities and projects. Conduct report and document preparation (management plans, interoffice reports, grant reports). Work with Emergency Services on prescribed burns. Provide site maintenance and upkeep of trails, preserve amenities, and signage. Develop and conduct environmental/educational programs. Ensure equipment maintenance and upkeep. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in one of the biological or physical sciences or related field and two (2) years of professional experience. Master's degree may substitute for one year of professional experience. Professional responsible professional experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required college degree. Ability to pass a moderate or arduous pack test within one (1) year of employment and to pass on an annual basis. Ability to obtain FACS pesticide applicator license within ten (10) months of employment. Valid Florida Driver's License by date of hire. Preferred Qualifications Experience in land management activities such as prescribed burning, exotic control, habitat maintenance, and restoration. Herbicide applicator's license. Basic Fire Training S130, S190, L180,ICS 100, andICS 200. Certified NATA Natural Areas Manager. Physical Demands Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 lbs. Substance Screening This position is subject to passing a pre-employment substance screening. An applicant who fails to pass a required drug screening test shall be disqualified from employment in any class for a period of five (5) years. Work Hours Full-Time, 40 hours per week. Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. On rare occasions, days and hours can vary based on prescribed fires, including extending days beyond 8 hours. Compensation Starting Pay: $56,139.20 annually. Benefits Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance; Short-Term and Long-Term Disability; Flexible Spending Accounts; Employee Assistance Program (EAP); Florida Retirement System (FRS); and other benefits, including one of three medical plans, one with a $0 premium option. EEO Statement Sarasota County prohibits discrimination in all services, programs or activities. View the policy at scgov.net (keywords: ADA Compliance). Sarasota County Government is a Tobacco-Free/Drug-Free Workplace. #J-18808-Ljbffr Sarasota County