Environmental Specialist I - Nat Res

Brevard County; Viera (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

The Brevard County Natural Resources Management Office seeks an experienced professional to plan, develop, and implement environmentally-related projects within the Save Our Indian River Lagoon program. The position is permanent, full-time, based at the Government Center in Viera, with a 8:00–5:00 schedule, Monday to Friday.

Responsibilities include preparing progress reports for projects, programs, and grants, reviewing proposals and new technologies for water quality improvements, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in environmental/physical/natural science with two years of environmental experience.
• Must complete any two Brevard County Employee Development Program phases within 15 months.
• Must complete one CEU course related to the field within 12 months.
• Requires valid Florida driver's license prior to employment.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, and implement environmentally-related projects and programs.
• Prepare progress reports for projects, programs, and grants.
• Review proposals and new technologies for water quality improvements.
• Coordinate with local, state, and federal agencies.

Skills

Public outreach

Environmental field experience

Water quality knowledge

Education

Bachelor's in environmental/physical/natural science

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Department: Natural Resources Management Office

Organizational Unit: SAVE OUR INDIAN RIVER LAGOON PROJECT

Position Type: Permanent

Full Time/Part Time: Full Time

CLOSE DATE: 10/07/2026

THIS POSITION IS APPOINTIVE SERVICE

Salary

$2,295.68 to $2,525.25 bi-weekly. Actual salary negotiable based on experience and qualifications. Government Center/Viera. Work schedule is Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Performs experienced professional work planning, developing, and implementing environmentally-related projects and programs in the Natural Resources Save Our Indian River Lagoon program. Work includes preparing progress reports for projects, programs, and grants in accordance with established local, state, and federal agency requirements, and reviewing proposals and new technologies for more efficient and/or effective water quality improvement opportunities.

(With or without reasonable accommodations)

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in an Environmental, a Physical, or a Natural Science related to the area of assignment, including: Ecology and Wetland Ecology, Biology, Environmental Science, Zoology, Marine Science, Resource Management, Marine Biology, Botany, Geology PLUS two (2) years of professional experience in an environmental field PLUS must successfully complete all of the classes for any two (2) phases of the Brevard County Employee Development Program and receive a passing score on each phase examination within fifteen (15) months of employment PLUS must complete one (1) continuing education (CEU) course related to the assigned field within twelve (12) months of employment; OR two (2) years as a Brevard County Associate Environmental Specialist PLUS successful completion of all of the classes for any two (2) phases of the Brevard County Employee Development Program and receive a passing score on each phase examination PLUS documentation of successful completion of one (1) continuing education (CEU) course related to the assigned field PLUS a current annual performance evaluation rating of 4.0 or higher, with no performance evaluation factors with a rating of a 1 or 2. Additional qualifying education and/or experience may be substituted on a year for year basis for a maximum of one (1) year. Familiarity with green stormwater infrastructure and experience with public outreach and education are preferred. A Master's degree is preferred.

Special Requirements

Must possess, or obtain prior to employment, a valid Florida driver's license and maintain said license during the term of employment. In the event of a hurricane, major storm, natural or man-made disaster that may threaten the area, the employee will be required to perform emergency duties as directed.

Physical Requirements Checklist

Physical Activities / Traits

1. The employee must be able to:
   • LIFT:20 lbs.
   • CARRY:20 lbs.
   • PUSH:20 lbs.
   • PULL:20 lbs.
2. In an eight hour day, the employee may have to:
   • STAND:1 - 3 hours
   • WALK:1 - 3 hours
   • SIT:3 - 5 hours
   • DRIVE:1 - 3 hours
3. The employee must repetitively perform:
   • Fine manipulation (ex. writing, wiring); Simple grasping (ex. pen, screwdriver)
4. The employee must be able to:
   • Bend; Reach
5. The employee must have:
   • Good distant vision; Good hearing; Good near vision; Good speech
6. Other necessary physical activities/traits
   • N/A

Working Conditions

1. Working conditionsthat will apply to the employee:
   • Works Closely with Others; In heat; In high humidity; With lawn grasses, plants, etc.; Work alone; Work inside; Work outside
2. Other working conditions:
   • N/A