Environmental Grants & Lands Specialist

Florida; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The Florida Department of Environmental Protection’s Division of State Lands in Tallahassee is seeking an Environmental Specialist III to support grant programs, provide technical assistance to local governments and agencies, and ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.

This intermediate role focuses on coordinating grant applications, post‑award administration, public outreach, and reporting to help preserve Florida’s state lands and recreational facilities.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of community planning/development programs; program management, coordination, and evaluation techniques.
• Ability to collect, evaluate, and analyze data to develop alternative recommendations, solve problems, document work flow and other activities relating to improvement of operational and management practices; conduct fact-finding research; utilize problem-solving techniques; work independently; understand and apply applicable laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures relating to grant-in-aid programs; plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments; communicate effectively orally and in writing; ability to organize and maintain records; take the lead on assignments and responsibilities; work well with others and individually; produce timely and effective results; provide quality solutions/recommendations; and apply problem-solving techniques.
• Possess a valid driver’s license and willingness to travel; obtain and maintain Florida Certified Contract Manager certification within one year of appointment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates with federal and state agencies to ensure compliance with laws, rules, and policies; manages grant application procedures and post-award administration, including site inspections; conducts workshops.
• Serves as section lead for fact-finding research; locates resource materials; collaborates with local, state, and federal governments, conservation groups, and recreational users; conducts public outreach and presentations.
• Develops and distributes reports, bulletins, maps, brochures, and other information; assists with press releases and related documents.
• Performs related work as assigned.

Skills

Community planning

Program management

Data analysis

Job description

The Florida Department of Environmental Protection’s Division of State Lands in Tallahassee is seeking an Environmental Specialist III to support grant programs, provide technical assistance to local governments and agencies, and ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.

This intermediate role focuses on coordinating grant applications, post‑award administration, public outreach, and reporting to help preserve Florida’s state lands and recreational facilities.