ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST III

Requisition No: 885804


Agency: Environmental Protection

Working Title: ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST III - 37010179

Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 37010179


Salary: $54,631.20 annually


Posting Closing Date: 10/21/2026


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Environmental Specialist III

State of Florida

Department of Environmental Protection

This position is located in Temple Terrace, FL

Internal Agency Only

Position Overview and Responsibilities:

In carrying out the duties of this position, the incumbent is expected at all times to be aware of and abide by the Department's Standards of Conduct, as well as any and all departmental and/or work unit rules, directives, policies, procedures, and/or general orders applicable to performing the duties of this position.

This position involves medium or moderately complicated technical work in the Permitting and Waste Cleanup program and the application of Department rules and statutes in these areas.

• Review and evaluate permit applications and/or waste cleanup documents for conformance to Federal and State of Florida rules and regulations.
• Perform site inspections, as necessary, in support of reviews and evaluations.
• Produce requests for additional information, if required, and permits/documents that are technically correct, clear, understandable, and consistent with prescribed rules and Department guidance and procedures.
• Write requests for additional information and permits/waste cleanup documents within time frames provided in Department rules, guidance, and procedures.
• Work towards achieving Business Plan goals, Permitting and Waste Cleanup program metrics.
• Ensure that the data entry corresponding to all assigned projects is entered into the department's databases and Oculus timely and appropriately, consistent with standard operating procedures.
• Provide technical assistance to Compliance Assurance Program.
• Initiate waste cleanup enforcement action (if assigned).
• Provide regulatory assistance, such as outreach, permitting determinations and exemptions, to permittee and/or company representatives, other FDEP programs (including the Power Plant Siting Office and the Power Plant NPDES Program), delegated local programs, and other interested parties.
• Mentoring staff on application/cleanup document reviews, conducting peer reviews, and/or approving documents on behalf of the administrator. Maintains effective internal communications with supervisors and coworkers in keeping with the Agency's standards and expectations for communication effectiveness.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Ability to interpret and understand laboratory analysis and procedures.
• Knowledge of the terminology and principles of state and federal environmental regulations.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to interact with customers in a tactful and courteous manner.
• Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments to meet district, program, and department goals.
• Ability to train and mentor.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to employ critical thinking to solve problems and improve procedures.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to provide presentations for internal and external customers
• Skilled in providing presentations for internal and external customers.
• Skilled at training and mentoring.
• Knowledge of the concepts, terminology and general principles of hydrology, Florida geology, and acceptable well drilling techniques
• Knowledge about groundwater and soil sampling
• Knowledge of hazardous waste regulations.

Minimum Qualifications:

• At least 4 years of verifiable related experience. Post-secondary degrees 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.
• Maintain a valid Driver License
• Required to travel

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.

Additional reviews may be performed to screen for preferred qualifications, experience and education. You may be contacted to participate in an additional selection process which may consist of written exercises, work samples, skills tests, and interviews. Support of knowledge, skills, and abilities should be demonstrated on the application, in the education, in the work experience, in the work sample, in the interview and/or during reference checks.

Pay:

$54,631.20 annually

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 advance Florida's position as a world leader in protecting natural resources while growing the state's economy. DEP encourages its leaders to constantly innovate and seek efficiencies. We believe in supporting and encouraging you as you take on important and often complex projects while offering you the opportunity to gain valuable experience quickly.

Where You Will Work:

The Southwest District Office is located in Temple Terrace, a small city just outside of Tampa. Tampa is close to the Gulf Coast with beautiful white sand beaches. It is considered a major business center while also known for its museums and cultural offerings. Places such as the Busch Gardens Theme Park, historic Ybor City with its many restaurants and nightlife, the world's longest continuous sidewalk along Bayshore Blvd., and a sports enthusiast haven are just some of the many activities people can enjoy in the area. There is also no state income tax for residents of Florida. The Southwest District covers 8 counties (Hillsborough, Pinellas, Manatee, Polk, Pasco, Hernando, Citrus, and Hardee).


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
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• Tuition waivers;
• And more!

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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 answers to questions through the following email addresses:

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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.

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 View phone number on click.appcast.io). 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. 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.


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