ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II

ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II - 37020952

This position is located in Tallahassee, FL.

Position Overview and Responsibilities:

This is an intermediate level environmental position. 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 all departmental and/or work unit rules, directives, policies, procedures, and/or general orders applicable to performing the duties of this position. Utilizing knowledge of the Statues and Regulations governing the Florida Resilient Program this position will:

• Assist in the development and implementation of statewide measures to assist communities in completing vulnerability assessments and implementing adaptation projects.
• This will require conducting research to identify compliance actions required to meet the statues and regulations for the Florida Resilient Program.
• 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.
• Serves as an environmental program grant manager for assigned grants and assists other project and grant managers for the Florida Resilient Program grant agreements for the Office of Resilience and Coastal Protection.
• Coordinates directly with other DEP staff, state and federal agencies, and local authorities to facilitate successful completion of grants.
• Coordinates and reports on status of grants and projects through all phases including completion.
• Assists team leader with grants assigned.
• Coordinates and assists with the review, approvals, and processing of administrative and technical aspects of assigned grants.
• Prepare and compile grant documents in accordance with the State of Florida, Department and Florida Resilient Program.
• Monitor project progress, coordinating with grantees and contractors, reviewing deliverables in accordance with Program Statute and the project scope of work, completing required grant and expenditure documents, and providing reports, as required.
• Assist with the development and management of the Program grants database, templates, reports, and processes.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of and ability to interpret and apply related federal, state, and local laws, ordinances, rules, and regulations. Knowledge of basic management principles and practices. Knowledge of the methods of data collection and analysis. Knowledge of applicable computer applications and basic computer functions. Knowledge of grant and contract best management practices. Skilled in the use of computer applications, particularly Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat. Ability to collect, compile, organize, and analyze data. Ability to review and monitor policies and procedures for compliance with applicable requirements. Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures relating to grants management activities. Ability to develop and organize data into logical format for presentation in reports, proposals, and other written documents. Ability to utilize problem-solving techniques. Ability to evaluate and analyze data relating to grant management activities. Ability to compile and review financial data for accuracy, completeness, and compliance. Ability to work independently. Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments. Ability to communicate effectively. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

Minimum Qualifications:

Florida Certified Contract Manager Certification or ability to obtain within one (1) year of hire. 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 six years of experience on a year-for-year basis. A valid driver license. Ability to travel.

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; Tuition waivers; Total Compensation Estimator Tool And more! For a complete list of benefits, visit Pay: $47,350.08

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. 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.

Location: TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32399