OPS ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST III - 37940266

　　Date: Jan 22, 2024

　　Location:

　　TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32399

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　　Requisition No: 821022

　　Agency: Environmental Protection

　　Working Title: OPS ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST III - 37940266

　　Pay Plan: Temp

　　Position Number: 37940266

　　Salary: $20.00hr. - $25.00/hr.

　　Posting Closing Date: 02/09/2024

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　　OPS Environmental Specialist III

　　State of Florida

　　Department of Environmental Protection

　　Office of Resilience and Coastal Protection

　　Beach Management Funding Assistance Program

　　Open Competitive

　　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:

　　The OPS Environmental Specialist III is responsible for assisting with the management of Beach Management Funding Assistance Program projects and contracts.

　　How You Will Grow:

　　DEP encourages its leaders to constantly innovate and seek efficiency. 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:

　　Tallahassee, Florida’s Capitol City, lined with rolling hills, oak trees, and canopied roads combines old world charm with a modern pace of life. Home to two major universities as well as state government, Tallahassee is a mid-sized city in the heart of Florida’s Big Bend. Tallahassee is a highly desirable location for both those seeking their first job or those ready to enter the next exciting chapter in their career.

　　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 Corebridge Financial (https://www.corebridgefinancial.com/rs/opsfl/plan-details/social-security-alternative-plan#accordion-e1292cd3b8-item-0be1bc4b3d) ;

　　Flexible Spending Accounts;

　　For a more benefits information, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com .

　　Pay:

　　$20.00hr. - $25.00/hr.

　　Specific Duties of the Position:

　　Serves as the project manager for assigned projects in the Beach Management Funding Assistance Program

　　Plans and coordinates schedules and timelines with the Environmental Administrator and project management team

　　Coordinates with local project sponsors for the purposes of providing cost reimbursement agreements for beach restoration and inlet management projects consistent with the Department’s long-term, comprehensive Strategic Beach Management Plan

　　Review funding applications during the annual Local Government Funding Assistance application period

　　Responsible for ranking funding applications under established program criteria for cost sharing consideration consistent with Program Rule and Florida Statute

　　Manages projects and contracts consistent with Chapter 161, Florida Statutes

　　Collaborates with other project managers, consultants, engineers, local officials, and DEP staff to complete application ranking process

　　Draft funding agreements and routes to project sponsors for signature once funding is provided by the Legislature

　　Reviews scopes of work and change orders for eligible cost reimbursement activities

　　Approves deliverables and reimbursement requests in compliance with the funding agreement

　　Conducts site visits and administrative reviews on projects with local sponsors to confirm projects are conducted in a manner that is eligible for cost reimbursement

　　Drafts and submits site visit reports, meeting minutes and conference summaries

　　Participates in job related conferences, training and cross-training events

　　Performs other duties as required or directed by management

　　Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

　　Knowledge of project management, especially in coastal areas with sandy beaches, dunes, reefs, seagrasses or other natural resources

　　Knowledge of the use of GIS-based computer software

　　Knowledge of OCULUS or other electronic document management systems

　　Knowledge of the terminology and practices of coastal management and environmental resource protection

　　Skilled at planning, organizing, and coordinating work priorities and managing time efficiently

　　Skilled in methods of collecting, compiling, organizing and analyzing data

　　Skilled in the use of current forms of electronic communication and data management software and equipment

　　Skilled (high proficiency) in the use of current personal computers and applications, particularly the entire Microsoft Office Suite

　　Skilled in typing reports and information into spreadsheets, presentations and electronic documents

　　Ability to consistently demonstrate positive and effective teamwork

　　Ability to exercise sound independent judgment and utilize problem-solving techniques

　　Ability to demonstrate professional and effective written and verbal communication

　　Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures to assigned projects

　　Ability to plan, organize and direct group activities

　　Must be available for overnight travel, if required

　　Ability to maintain a driver license

　　Required Qualifications:

　　A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in engineering, natural sciences, business administration or related field or 4 years of verifiable related work experience. Education may substitute on a year for year basis for verifiable related work experience.

　　A valid driver license.

　　Florida Certified Contract Manager (must obtain within 12 months of hire)

　　Contact Information:

　　Lauren Jordan, HR Liaison

　　Office of Resilience and Coastal Protection

　　[email protected]

　　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:

　　[email protected]

　　HR_Recruitment@ FloridaDEP.gov

　　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.

　　Nearest Major Market:Tallahassee