Environmental Specialist II - 37001408

Business and Financial Operations; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida Department of Environmental Protection seeks a mid-level professional to support the Compliance Assurance Program in Jacksonville, FL. The role focuses on conducting compliance assistance and inspections for environmental resource management projects, reviewing permits, investigating complaints, and drafting compliance documents.

Strong technical writing and environmental science knowledge are essential; a CWE credential is required within 90 days.

Qualifications

• At least 4 years of verifiable related experience in environmental resource management compliance and inspection.
• Knowledge of environmental or natural sciences terminology, principles, and analytical techniques.
• Ability to prepare technical reports and use Microsoft Office Suite.
• Valid driver license required.
• Certified Wetland Evaluator (CWE) credential required within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Review permits and applicable regulations for environmental resource projects.
• Conduct inspections and investigations of complaints regarding compliance.
• Draft compliance documents and enforcement recommendations.
• Provide outreach and guidance to facility owners and operators.

Skills

Environmental compliance

Regulatory inspections

Technical report writing

Driver's license

Microsoft Office

Education

Certified Wetland Evaluator (CWE)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

This mid-level position in the Compliance Assurance Program at the Florida Department of Environmental Protection is responsible for conducting compliance assistance and inspection activities for environmental resource management projects in Jacksonville, FL. Duties include reviewing permits, conducting inspections, investigating complaints, drafting compliance documents, and providing outreach to facility owners and operators. The role requires knowledge of environmental sciences, technical writing ability, and experience with compliance and inspection activities.

Key qualifications:

• At least 4 years of verifiable related experience in environmental resource management compliance and inspection
• Knowledge of environmental or natural sciences terminology, principles, and analytical techniques
• Ability to prepare technical reports and use Microsoft Office Suite
• Valid driver license required
• Certified Wetland Evaluator (CWE) credential required within 90 days