The State of Florida
Location
Tallahassee, FL | United States
Job description
Requisition No: 823267
Agency: Environmental Protection
Working Title: ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST I - 37011327
Pay Plan: Career Service
Position Number: 37011327
Salary: $3,416.67 Monthly
Posting Closing Date: 02/23/2024
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Environmental Specialist I
State of Florida
Department of Environmental Protection
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 Environmental Specialist I, 37011327, is in the Division of Environmental Assessment and Restoration’s Chemistry Program, Metals Section in Tallahassee and will be responsible for preparing and/or analyzing environmental samples for trace metals and other related compounds or contaminants of interest to agency programs. This position is critical to satisfying ongoing demands for analyses necessary to support water quality impairment decisions and to providing support for other customers, both within and outside the Department of Environmental Protection, such as the Office of Emergency Response, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, the Water Management Districts, and the Department of Health well water program.
The Difference You Will Make:
Water and natural resources are the foundation of Florida's communities, economy, and way of life. The Division of Environmental Assessment and Restoration (DEAR) is charged with protecting, maintaining, and improving the quality of Florida’s springs, rivers, lakes, estuaries, and coastal waters. DEAR team members provide the department and other resource agencies with the highest quality laboratory services available; provide technical support to the department and the public regarding water quality analysis and data quality assurance (QA); manage water quality data repositories for data storage and use by the department, other agencies and the public; and work together to monitor and assess Florida’s surface water and groundwater quality, develop strategies to reduce pollution, and work closely with local stakeholders to implement comprehensive restoration strategies that improve the lives of all Floridians and preserve aquatic resources for generations to come.
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 work location of this position is in Tallahassee (Leon County), Florida. The city hosts the Capital of Florida and seat of state government. The city is home to numerous parks offering outdoor activities, league sports and natural trails for running, hiking and biking. Tallahassee is located just 22 miles from the Gulf of Mexico, which is home to some of the world's top beaches. Florida State University, Florida A&M University, Tallahassee Community College and several smaller colleges in the region offer a hub for academic research, athletics, art, music and other student activities.
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:
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Pay :
$3,416.67 monthly
Your Specific Responsibilities:
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 any and all departmental and/or work unit rules, directives, policies, procedures, and/or general orders applicable to performing the duties of this position.
This position involves entry level professional environmental laboratory and technical work related to the preparation and analysis of environmental samples for metals in support of the department’s programs and contractual agreements. This position requires Medical Monitoring. Overtime may be required in emergency situations .
Prioritizes and manages backlogs for assigned preparations and analyses. Performs these preparations and analyses in accordance with the laboratory Quality Manual, standard operating procedures, and safety guidelines. Demonstrates sufficient skill, timeliness, and efficiency to meet laboratory commitments for quality control targets, holding times, required dates, and all other laboratory commitments as defined by the supervisor.
Trains laboratory technicians in laboratory methods and procedures. Conducts troubleshooting and implements solutions to methodological problems in a timely manner. Facilitates problem solving through leadership, communication, and cooperation with others. Maintains all aspects of analytical quality control, including documentation to meet the objectives of the laboratory quality assurance goals as defined by the supervisor.
Conducts routine maintenance and equipment evaluation including maintenance documentation. Ensures laboratory equipment in the area of responsibility is maintained in good working condition. Maintains necessary supplies, equipment, and reagents required to meet anticipated laboratory commitments. Organizes inventories and/or prepares paperwork so purchase requisitions can be submitted in a timely manner to ensure sufficient supplies are available to perform assigned tasks.
Participates in the development and validation of new and revised methods, and in the drafting, revision, and maintenance of laboratory standard operating procedures (SOP’s) in areas of responsibility. Engages in self-training exercises to keep abreast of technologies utilized by the laboratory, including applicable computer technologies.
Performs other related duties as required.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Required or Preferred Qualifications :
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:
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.
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.
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