Environmental Specialist I

Florida Department of Environmental Protection; Crystal River (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Florida Department of Environmental Protection in Crystal River, FL is seeking an Environmental Specialist I to monitor water quality, support habitat protection, and coordinate data sharing with partners.

You will work with the Office of Resilience and Coastal Protection to help protect the Big Bend Seagrasses Aquatic Preserve through field monitoring, debris projects, and community engagement. Strong organizational and teamwork skills are required to succeed in this role.

Responsibilities

• Supports water quality monitoring and habitat monitoring within the Big Bend Seagrasses Aquatic Preserve.
• Coordinates with internal and external partners to share data resources and expand monitoring networks.
• Assists with community engagement, marine debris projects, and data-informed management actions.

Job description

Environmental Specialist I

State of Florida Department of Environmental Protection Big Bend Seagrasses Aquatic Preserves This position is located in Crystal River, FL

Position Overview and Responsibilities:

The Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP), Office of Resilience and Coastal Protection, is seeking a motivated Environmental Specialist I to join the Big Bend Seagrasses Aquatic Preserve team. This position plays an important role in protecting and managing one of Florida’s most ecologically significant coastal ecosystems through water quality monitoring, community engagement, marine debris projects, and habitat monitoring. You will coordinate with internal and external partners to share data resources, expand monitoring networks, and avoid duplication. The data collection and long‑term monitoring you will perform directly support the management goals and objectives of the Big Bend Seagrasses Aquatic Preserves and its partners. This position is prim…