Environmental Grants & Resilience Specialist

Florida; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual and Sick Leave benefits

Nine paid holidays

Health insurance options

Retirement plan (FRS)

Job summary

Florida Department of Environmental Protection is seeking an Environmental Specialist II in Tallahassee to manage grants and coordinate statewide resilience projects. The role requires interpreting laws, conducting data analysis, and collaborating with state and federal partners.

The incumbent will develop and implement statewide measures under the Florida Resilient Program, prepare grant documentation, monitor progress, and report on grant status. Travel may be required as part of duties.

Qualifications

• Ability to interpret federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
• Experience in grant and contract management practices.
• Proficiency with data collection, analysis and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing statewide measures for vulnerability assessments and adaptation projects.
• Coordinate with DEP staff and external agencies to manage grants and contracts.
• Prepare grant documents and monitor progress and expenditures.
• Develop and manage the grants database, templates, and reports.

Skills

Data analysis

Grant management

Policy interpretation

Communication

Independent work

Education

Florida Certified Contract Manager Certification

Six years related experience or accredited degree substitute

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

Florida Department of Environmental Protection is seeking an Environmental Specialist II in Tallahassee to manage grants and coordinate statewide resilience projects. The role requires interpreting laws, conducting data analysis, and collaborating with state and federal partners.

The incumbent will develop and implement statewide measures under the Florida Resilient Program, prepare grant documentation, monitor progress, and report on grant status. Travel may be required as part of duties.