Job Description

Requisition No: 844555 

Agency: Environmental Protection

Working Title: ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTANT - 37011118

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 37011118 

Salary: Annual Salary: $54,000.00 - $62,353.44 (Commensurate with experience) 

Posting Closing Date: 02/13/2025 

Total Compensation Estimator 

ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTANT - 37011118

State of Florida

Department of Environmental Protection

Division of Waste Management

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.

The Work You Will Do:

The Environmental Consultant (EC) will serve as a subject matter expert for the Compliance Assistance Program’s storage tank team. Located in the Bob Martinez Center, this position plays a critical role in the implementation of the program by working directly with the regulated industry, the EPA, DEP Districts, local governments, and others on storage tank regulatory requirements. The selected candidate will play a major role in compliance assistance and outreach efforts, along with ensuring that the Department meets EPA Work Plan commitments and goals. The candidate will act as a team leader for compliance inquiries and also provide support and training to colleagues and tank inspector staff. The EC is responsible for overseeing the processing of operator training materials, equipment registrations, and tank compliance enforcement report maintenance.

The Difference You Will Make:

This position assists in the development and management of the Division of Waste Management’s statewide environmental waste Compliance Assistance Programs. You will be promoting Department efforts to encourage compliance by regulated entities, thereby contributing to the safety of Florida’s environment.

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:

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 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 );
• Flexible Spending Accounts;
• Tuition waivers;
• And more!

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Pay: Annual Salary: $54,000.00 - $62,353.44 (Commensurate with experience)

Your Specific Responsibilities:

• This is an advanced-level highly professional position in the Compliance Assistance section of the Permitting & Compliance Assistance Program. The incumbent’s primary responsibility is managing and implementing the Storage Tank Compliance Assistance Program through the following tasks.
• The incumbent of this position has been identified as emergency Mission Essential Personnel in accordance with Rule 60L-34.0071(3)(e)1. a.,F.A.C. and, in that capacity, may be required, on short notice, to perform duties and travel in support of emergency efforts. All leave approved is subject to recall in the occurrence of a major event. Leave should be coordinated with backup/cross-trained staff and approved by management to ensure that DEP essential functions can be performed, if required.
• This position may be placed on-call to remain available to perform essential duties.
• Reviews compliance contractor performance to meet agency compliance goals.
• Assists the EA with implementation of the ethanol/biodiesel program.
• Reviews and responds to Program Audits done by the OIG.
• Oversees rulemaking for Storage Tank Compliance Assistance program.
• Develops technical guidance documents for Storage Tank Compliance Assistance program.
• Ensure compliance with the Federal Energy Policy Act of 2005 and EPA OUST Grants.
• Develops, reviews and manages Storage Tank Compliance website.
• Develops and conducts Inspector Training for Storage Tank Compliance Assistance program.
• Assists in activities necessary to organize Storage Tank Program meetings and conferences. Coordinates, organizes and compiles agendas for district and contracted local program storage tank teleconferences.
• Other duties as required.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of Florida aboveground and underground storage tank rules.
• Knowledge of Compliance Inspection Verification program.
• Skilled in public speaking.
• Ability to conduct training.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to travel and maintain a valid driver’s license.
• Ability to work with public, government officials and co-workers.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a major in engineering, environmental science or one of the natural sciences; or Any combination of post-secondary education or verifiable related experience, as described above, for a total of four years.

Other Job-Related Requirements for this position:

• 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.

Contact Information:

Amanda Dorsett, Environmental Administrator

Permitting & Compliance Assistance Program/Compliance Assistance

Email: Amanda.Dorsett@FloridaDEP.gov

Phone Number: 850-245-8931

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_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.

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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