Location: Tallahassee,FL, USA
Requisition No: 840639
Agency: Environmental Protection
Working Title: ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST III - 37011200
Pay Plan: Career Service
Position Number: 37011200
Salary: $52,530.00
Posting Closing Date: 11/09/2024
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Environmental Specialist III
State of Florida
Department of Environmental Protection
Florida Geological Survey
* INTERNAL AGENCY OPPORTUNITY-
ONLY CURRENT EMPLOYEES OF THE FLORIDA GEOLOGICAL SURVEY WILL BE CONSIDERED.*
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 full-time salaried Environmental Specialist III position, with benefits, is part of the Florida Geological Survey's Geologic Investigations (GI) section. The position is involved with the FGS's STATEMAP program and funded through the U.S. Geological Survey. The position's primary duties are to collect and interpret geologic data to aid in the construction of geologic maps, cross-sections, and other geologic products that facilitate the completion of various projects and publications. You will conduct field investigations that may include core drilling, outcrop sampling, geophysical data collection/interpretation, and any other methods necessary to further the understanding of Florida's geologic history.
The Difference You Will Make:
The Florida Geological Survey collects, archives, interprets and distributes geologic information to benefit the environment and Florida's communities. Our geoscience products support initiatives related to water-resource conservation and management, improvement of the quality of natural resources and promotion of economic growth. The FGS is committed to continuously increasing the amount and quality of geoscience data and making it available to the public. The FGS values leadership, integrity, accountability, communication, innovation, and service.
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:
The position is located in Tallahassee, Florida. Tallahassee is Florida's Capitol City. It is lined with rolling hills, oak trees, and canopied roads that 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 total compensation package for full-time salaried 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);
* Flexible Spending Accounts;
* Tuition waivers;
* And more!
For a more complete list of benefits, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com.
Pay:
The salary for this position is $52,530.00.
Your Specific Responsibilities:
In carrying out the duties of this position, the incumbent is expected to be aware of and abide by the Department's standards of conduct, as well as any and all departmental and/or work unit rules, directives, policies, procedures, and/or general orders applicable to performing the duties of this position.
* Must be familiar with techniques for describing the lithology of Florida's geologic formations and will be required to learn the lithostratigraphic units recognized in Florida.
* Must be willing and able to conduct geologic field work throughout the State of Florida and must be familiar with field sampling and field data collection techniques.
* Must be proficient with basic computer software including Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office products.
* Must be willing and able to learn database management and be able to input geologic data into FGS' GEODES database.
* Must be willing to learn how to use GIS software.
* Must be able to communicate efficiently with members of the public regarding various aspects of the geology of Florida.
* Other duties as required.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of or ability to learn the stratigraphy of Florida and how to identify geologic formations.
Knowledge of the techniques used for describing the lithology, paleontology, and mineralogy of rocks and sediment.
Knowledge and experience in geologic field mapping.
Knowledge of the procedures, equipment and materials used in laboratory testing and analysis of geologic materials.
Knowledge of the methods and techniques of scientific geophysical/geological investigations and field sample and data collection.
Skilled in use of personal computers, scientific calculators, scientific reference sources and computer programs necessary to produce reports, geologic maps, cross-sections and other graphical representations of geologic data.
Skilled in analyzing and solving geologic problems
Ability or willingness to learn to work on drill rigs as needed for geologic data collection.
Ability to produce quality written reports and scientific publications as the result of conducting geologic research and mapping.
Ability to collect, record, and analyze/interpret scientific data relating to the science of geology, and geophysical/seismic data collection.
Ability to apply the scientific method to geologic problems.
Ability to communicate effectively and courteously, both orally and in writing.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and coordinate personnel and work assignments.
Ability to work independently.
Ability to travel and work more than 40 hours per week as required, including work asymmetric schedule (8/6).
Ability to plan and participate in fieldwork as needed for research projects.
Ability to maintain a valid Class E driver license.
Required Qualifications:
A bachelor's degree in geology from an accredited college or university; or any combination of post-secondary education or verifiable related experience, as described in this posting, for a total of four years.
Preferred Qualifications:
A Bachelor of Science degree is preferred. Prior and relevant work experience is preferred.
Other Job-Related Requirements for this position:
Must have a valid driver's license.
POSITION OF SPECIAL TRUST REQUIREMENT:
This position is designated as a Position of Special Trust in accordance with DEP-422 (Positions of Special Trust or Responsibility). Any applicant being considered for employment must successfully complete a Level 2 State and National criminal history check as a condition of employment before beginning employment, and also be screened in accordance with the requirements of Chapter 435, F.S. No applicant may begin employment until the background screening results are received, reviewed for any disqualifying offenses, and approved by the Agency.
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:
...@dep.state.fl.us
...@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-###-####). 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.
Location:
TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32399