Environmental Permit Specialist I

State of Florida; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual and Sick Leave

Nine paid holidays

State Group Insurance

Retirement plan options

Tuition waivers

Veterans' Preference

Job summary

The State of Florida, Department of Environmental Protection, in Jacksonville seeks an environmental resource permit reviewer to assess applications for compliance with state and federal rules. The role involves preparing documents, conducting site inspections, and ensuring accurate data entry into Oculus and agency databases.

Responsibilities include providing technical and regulatory assistance, supporting outreach and permit determinations, and training participation.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of environmental science terminology and analysis techniques.
• Ability to collect, evaluate, and interpret technical reports.
• Ability to prepare technical reports and use MS Office.
• Ability to understand and apply environmental regulations and procedures.
• Ability to prioritize work and work independently.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to engage with customers tactfully and maintain relationships.
• Willingness to cross-train into multiple programs and solve problems.
• Ability to meet performance standards described in district documents.

Responsibilities

• Reviews and evaluates environmental permit applications for conformance.
• Produces basic permits or documents and requests for more information.
• Performs site inspections as needed for reviews.
• Enter data into agency databases and Oculus accurately and timely.
• Provide technical assistance to compliance and outreach programs.
• Offer regulatory assistance to permittees and other parties.
• Participate in required training activities.
• Perform related work as required by supervisor.

Skills

Environmental science knowledge

Data collection & analysis

Technical report writing

Regulations understanding

MS Office proficiency

Independent work

Effective communication

Customer interaction

Prioritization of work

Problem solving

Cross-program collaboration

Tools

Oculus

Agency databases

Job description

The State of Florida, Department of Environmental Protection, in Jacksonville seeks an environmental resource permit reviewer to assess applications for compliance with state and federal rules. The role involves preparing documents, conducting site inspections, and ensuring accurate data entry into Oculus and agency databases.

Responsibilities include providing technical and regulatory assistance, supporting outreach and permit determinations, and training participation.