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MyFlorida OPS ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST I - 37934001 in JACKSONVILLE, Florida
OPS ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST I - 37934001
Date: Sep 12, 2024
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Requisition No: 837397
Agency: Environmental Protection
Working Title: OPS ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST I - 37934001
Pay Plan: Seasonal
Position Number: 37934001
Salary: $18 Hourly
Posting Closing Date: 09/21/2024
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OPS ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST I
State of Florida
Department of Environmental Protection
COMPLIANCE ASSURANCE
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 create strong community partnerships, safeguard Florida’s natural resources and enhance its ecosystem.
The Work You Will Do:
This position is assigned to the Compliance Assurance Program and is responsible for supporting Wastewater compliance activities.
The Difference You Will Make:
Our culture consists of creating connections, working together effectively and celebrating our successes while leaving the legacy of Protecting Florida Together.
How You Will Grow:
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:
8800 Baymeadows Way, West
Suite 100
Jacksonville, Fl 32256
The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:
Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State’s benefits package for eligible OPS employees includes:
Participation in state group insurance (must meet eligibility requirements*). For more details consult with People First at 877-562-7287 or go to: https://www.mybenefits.myflorida.com/health/eligibility_and_enrollment/ops_employees
Participation in the Florida Deferred Compensation Plan (457b). For additional details and online enrollment visit MyFloridaDeferredComp.com (https://www.myfloridacfo.com/DeferredComp/)
State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan (tax deferred Retirement Savings Plan). (For more information, please click Social Security Alternative Plan (aigrs.com) (https://opsfl.aigrs.com/plan-details/social-security-alternative-plan) and read OPS Social Security Alternative Plan;
Flexible Spending Accounts;
For a more benefits information, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com .
*Seasonal and part-time OPS employees (less than 30 hours average per week) refer to the links above for detailed eligibility requirements.
Pay:
$18 hourly
Your Specific Responsibilities:
Work towards achieving business plan goals.
Ensures 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.
Provides regulatory assistance, such as outreach and compliance enforcement documents
Performs other duties as required by management.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of the terminology, principles, and analytical techniques of environmental, natural, or health 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 identify solutions to problems and exhibit positive problem-solving techniques.
Minimum Qualifications:
Valid Driver’s License
Travel (local)
DEP is committed to successfully recruiting and onboarding talented and skilled individuals into its workforce. We recognize the extensive training, experience, and transferrable 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_ER@dep.state.fl.us
The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
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.
Location:
JACKSONVILLE, FL, US, 32256
Nearest Major Market:Jacksonville
