Environmental Compliance & Forest BMP Specialist

Civicworks; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida Forest Service is seeking an Environmental Specialist III to implement silviculture BMPs and forestry wildlife BMPs across the state. The role involves conducting statewide surveys, providing technical assistance to landowners and forest managers, and delivering BMP training to loggers, contractors, and landowners.

This position sits within the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent plus 2 years experience in environmental protection, regulation, health, physical/natural sciences, or engineering.
• OR 1.5 years experience as Environmental Specialist I or higher with State of Florida.
• OR bachelor's degree plus 6 months relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Implements and monitors Silviculture Best Management Practices across Florida.
• Conducts biennial statewide surveys.
• Provides technical assistance to landowners and forest managers.
• Manages compliance databases.
• Delivers BMP training to loggers, contractors, and landowners.

Job description

Florida Forest Service is seeking an Environmental Specialist III to implement silviculture BMPs and forestry wildlife BMPs across the state. The role involves conducting statewide surveys, providing technical assistance to landowners and forest managers, and delivering BMP training to loggers, contractors, and landowners.

This position sits within the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services.