ENGINEERING SPECIALIST I

Florida Department of Environmental Protection; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual and Sick Leave benefits

Paid holidays

Health insurance options

Retirement plan

Tuition waivers

Job summary

A state environmental agency in Tallahassee, Florida, is seeking a technical worker for the Wastewater Management Program. The role involves reviewing wastewater projects, assisting with regulatory tasks, and ensuring accurate data entry. Ideal candidates will possess 4 years of related experience or appropriate education. Effective communication and organizational skills are essential. Comprehensive benefits are offered, including health coverage and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of related experience is required.
• Post-secondary degrees can substitute for experience.
• Valid Driver License is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Assist with technical reviews of wastewater projects.
• Provide regulatory assistance under supervision.
• Ensure timely data entry into department databases.
• Assist in training activities for the wastewater program.
• Provide call center assistance during emergencies.

Skills

Understanding of engineering concepts

Knowledge of data collection and analysis

Effective communication

Organizational and coordination skills

Ability to interpret scientific data

Effective working relationships

Data entry systems proficiency

Report preparation

Education

4 years of experience or equivalent degrees

Tools

Document and spreadsheet software

Job description

Overview

This position performs technical work in the Wastewater Management Program under the direction of the Permitting & Field Services Environmental Manager. This position will:

• Assist with technical reviews of wastewater management projects and make recommendations for approval or disapproval.
• With supervision, provide regulatory assistance, such as conducting permitting determinations and exemptions.
• Ensure 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.
• Ensure reports are processed in accordance with established program rules, requirements, and policies.
• Assist in training activities related to the wastewater management program, including drafting presentations and developing training modules.
• Provide assistance with the Water Tracker call center during emergency events.
• Travel is required in the performance of assigned duties.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to understand concepts, terminology, principles, and analytical techniques of engineering. Knowledge of data collection and analysis principles and procedures.
• Knowledge of software packages for the generation of documents, spreadsheets, and information management.
• Ability to understand and apply applicable state and federal rules, regulations, legislation, policies, and procedures relating to wastewater management.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to plan, organize, coordinate, and complete work assignments.
• Ability to collect, evaluate, analyze, and interpret scientific or technical data.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to use computer systems for data entry and retrieval.
• Ability to prepare technical and programmatic reports.
• Ability to travel outside Tallahassee to perform the duties of the position.

Minimum Qualifications:

• At least 4 years of verifiable related experience. Post-secondary degrees may be used as an alternative for the required years of experience on a year-for-year basis. A credential evaluation report from an approved agency must be submitted along with all foreign degrees.
• Travel is required.
• Valid Driver License.

This position is designated as a Position of Special Trust in accordance with DEP Directive 422, Positions of Special Trust or Responsibility. Successful completion of background screening will be required for this position.

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. 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 Capital City, lined with rolling hills, oak trees, and canopied roads combine 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 www.myfrs.com );
• Tuition waivers;
• Total Compensation Estimator Tool;
• And more!

For a complete list of benefits, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com

Special Notes:

DEP is committed to successfully recruiting and onboarding talented and skilled individuals into its workforce. We recognize the extensive training, experience, and transferable 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:

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An individual with a disability is qualified if he or she satisfies the skills, experience, and other job-related requirements for a position and can perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must contact the DEP Human Resources (HR) Office at [phone]. DEP requests applicants notify HR in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

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.