ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II

Environmental Specialist II - 64060977

This is specialized professional environmental work that requires advanced knowledge in management, inspection, and experience in environmental regulation of petroleum storage tank facilities within a regional area. This position independently conducts an environmental program within Escambia, Santa Rosa, Okaloosa, Walton, Holmes, Washington, and Bay counties that will include the preparation of reports from the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) Florida Inspection Report Storage Tank (FIRST) System. This work is performed under the limited supervision of the Environmental Supervisor I – SES. Travel may be required. Inspect petroleum storage tank facilities for compliance with corresponding rules and regulations. Preparation of letters of noncompliance related to the enforcement of Chapter 62-761 and Chapter 62-762 of the Florida Administrative Code (FAC) to ensure compliance with Florida's petroleum storage tank rules and current FDEP contract requirements. Coordinates petroleum storage tank program activities within an assigned district with the Florida Department of Environmental Protection, the Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation, and the United States Environmental Protection Agency and other groups when necessary. Coordinates inspections with Certified Pollutant Storage System Contractors and facility owners to ensure proper construction of new and upgraded storage tanks and abandonment of storage tanks at regulated facilities. Provides technical assistance to owners and operators of petroleum storage tank facilities, consultants, regulators, and the general public. Provides reports as required by the current FDEP contract and as delegated by the Florida Department of Health – Escambia (FDOH-Escambia) Environmental Public Health Manager and Supervisor. Performs related work as required. Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Other job-related requirements for this position: This position may be required to work before, during and/or beyond normal work hours or days in the event of an emergency. Emergency duty required of this position includes working in special needs or Red Cross shelters, or performing other emergency duties including, but not limited to, responses to or threats involving any disaster or threat of disaster, man-made or natural. This position must be willing to work outside during extreme weather conditions (heat and cold). The incumbent in this position may be required to use vehicles owned, leased, or operated by the state or county to conduct official state business. State or county vehicles shall be used only for officially authorized duties and not for personal use, unless a specific exception applies under Florida law (F.S. § 287.17). May be required to use personal vehicle.

Working hours: (A) Daily from 8:00 to 5:00 (B) Total hours in workweek 40 (C) Explain any variation in work (split shift, rotation, etc.) This position requires daily in-office or field work.

Required - Knowledge, skills, and abilities, including utilization of equipment, required for the position: Knowledge of Florida Department of Environmental Protection's (FDEP) Storage Tank Program. Knowledge of Chapter 62-761 and Chapter 62-762, F.A.C. Skilled in use of Microsoft Office Suite computer programs. Ability to utilize FDEP's Florida Inspection Report Storage Tanks (FIRST) application. Ability to use FDEP's issued Toughbook. Ability to communicate effectively and professionally verbally and in writing. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a diverse group of professionals and coworkers. Ability to understand and apply appropriate rules, regulations, policies, and procedures. Ability to plan, organize, prioritize, and coordinate multiple tasks in a team environment to meet strict deadlines and time demands. Ability to attend statewide meetings and training sessions. Ability to identify and resolve problems.

Minimum Qualifications: Licensure/registration/certification requirements (If applicable, list the appropriate Florida Statute or federal regulation cite): Must be able to sit for FDEP certification for fuel tank inspector and be 40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER CFR1910.120 certified. Must have a valid driver's license. F.S.381.0101 - Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major on one of the physical or natural science or engineering per F.S. 381.0101(4)(2). At least one-year experience related to environmental science.

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 ); Flexible Spending Accounts; Tuition waivers; And more! For a more complete list of benefits, including monthly costs, visit

Location: Pensacola, FL, US, 32502