Environmental Cleanup & Risk Assessment Specialist

Florida Department of Environmental Protection; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual and Sick Leave benefits

Health insurance coverage options

Tuition waivers

Retirement plan options

Job summary

A state environmental agency in Tallahassee is seeking an Environmental Consultant to provide scientific and technical support for assessing and remediating contamination sites. The role includes offering technical assistance, reviewing site documents, and working on risk assessments. Ideal candidates will have extensive knowledge in environmental science and site cleanup techniques, combined with strong communication skills. This full-time position offers competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Four years of experience in engineering, environmental science, or natural sciences.
• Knowledge of Florida's groundwater and geological rules.
• Effective communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical assistance and consultations on contaminated site cleanup.
• Review and evaluate technical documents related to site assessments.
• Assist in developing and updating risk assessment guidance.

Skills

Knowledge of contaminated site cleanup techniques

Skill in the use of computers and software including MS Office

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships

Ability to evaluate comprehensive technical documents

Knowledge of human health risk assessment procedures

Skill in problem solving

Education

At least four years in engineering, environmental science, or natural sciences

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

A state environmental agency in Tallahassee is seeking an Environmental Consultant to provide scientific and technical support for assessing and remediating contamination sites. The role includes offering technical assistance, reviewing site documents, and working on risk assessments. Ideal candidates will have extensive knowledge in environmental science and site cleanup techniques, combined with strong communication skills. This full-time position offers competitive benefits.