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Requisition No: 880270 

Agency: Environmental Protection

Working Title: ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II - 37020114

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 37020114 

Salary:  $47, 350 Annually 

Posting Closing Date: 08/03/2026 

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Environmental Specialist II

State of Florida

Department of Environmental Protection

Compliance Assurance

This position is located in Jacksonville, FL

Position Overview and Responsibilities:

This is a mid-level position in the Compliance Assurance Program responsible for hazardous waste compliance assistance and inspection activities. Duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Conducts and documents compliance assistance and inspection activities for hazardous waste facilities pursuant rules and statutory requirements. Review permits for assigned facilities and conduct inspections for compliance and conditions of issued permits.
• Assists and advises owners/operators with compliance issues as appropriate.
• Investigates assigned complaints. Recommends compliance and enforcement actions as appropriate.
• Drafts moderately complex compliance and enforcement documents, such as compliance assistance offer letters, warning letters, notice of violations, consent orders and model documents.
• Responsible for the accurate and timely entry of required data and system information into agency databases and Oculus.
• Provides outreach and compliance assistance to owners and operators as needed.
• Participates in training activities as required. Assists with training of entry-level staff as requested by supervisor.
• Performs related work as required by supervisor.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

1. • Insert a list of the entry-level knowledge, skills, and abilities that are essential to be successful in the position. Knowledge of the terminology, principles and analytical techniques of the environmental or natural sciences.
   • Knowledge of data collection and analysis principles and procedures.
   • Ability to collect, evaluate, analyze and interpret scientific or technical reports and supporting documentation.
   • Ability to prepare technical reports.
   • Ability to use a personal computer and Microsoft Office Suite.
   • Ability to understand and apply applicable regulations, policies and procedures relating to environmental programs.
   • Ability to determine work priorities and ensure proper completion of work assignments.
   • Ability to work independently.
   • Ability to communicate effectively and professionally, both verbally and in writing.
   • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and leadership.
   • Ability to interact with customers in a tactful and courteous manner.
   • Ability to cross-train into multiple regulatory programs.
   • Ability to identify solutions to problems and exhibit positive problem-solving techniques.
   • Ability to meet established performance standards as identified in the district performance standards document.
   • Ability to travel and maintain a valid driver’s license.
   • Ability to coordinate workload within a multi-functional team.
   • Skill in producing quality work with minimal oversight and minimal errors.
   • Experience with process review and efficiency implementation through use of continuous improvement strategies.
   • Experience with hazardous waste compliance assistance and inspection activities

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.
• Valid Driver License
• 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.

Pay:

A minimum of $47,350 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:

Jacksonville is the most populous city proper in the U.S. state of Florida, located on the Atlantic coast of northeastern Florida.

Jacksonville boasts the largest urban park system in the nation. 80,000 acres of parks, including 405 City Parks, 7 State Parks, 2 National Park sites and an Arboretum. 

Jacksonville is home to 1,100 miles of shoreline, more than any other city in the state, not to mention 22 miles of white-sandy beaches!

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 www.myfrs.com);
• Tuition waivers;
• Total Compensation Estimator Tool
• And more!

For a complete list of benefits, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com

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:

HR_VeteransPreference@dep.state.fl.us

HR_Recruitment@FloridaDEP.gov

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 (850) 245-2511. 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 (1-866-663-4735). 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.