Environmental Specialist II - 37002699

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

Job summary

The Environmental Specialist II serves as the education and outreach coordinator for the Florida Department of Environmental Protection's Clean Boating Program in Tallahassee.

The role involves organizing outreach events, developing educational materials for marinas and the boating public, facilitating Clean Marina designations, and coordinating with regional Clean Boating Coordinators to achieve federal and state program goals.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of verifiable related experience or a degree on a year-for-year basis.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel, including multi-day trips.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to deliver presentations.
• Ability to organize data, use problem-solving techniques, and work independently.
• Ability to attain Florida Certified Contract Manager within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Organize outreach events for the Clean Boating Program in Tallahassee.
• Develop educational materials for marinas and the boating public.
• Facilitate Clean Marina designations.
• Coordinate with regional Clean Boating Coordinators to achieve program goals.
• Manage the Clean Marina Program and maintain stakeholder communication.
• Conduct research and provide technical assistance to marinas and partners.

Skills

Written and verbal communication

Presentation skills

Data organization

Problem solving

Travel readiness

Contract manager target

Education

Post-secondary degree (accredited)

Job description

The Environmental Specialist II serves as the education and outreach coordinator for the Florida Department of Environmental Protection's Clean Boating Program in Tallahassee. The role involves organizing outreach events, developing educational materials for marinas and the boating public, facilitating Clean Marina designations, and coordinating with regional Clean Boating Coordinators to achieve federal and state program goals. The incumbent will manage the Clean Marina Program, maintain stakeholder communication, conduct research, and provide technical assistance to marinas and partners.

Key qualifications:

• At least four years of verifiable related experience or post-secondary degree from accredited college/university on a year-for-year basis
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel including single-day and multi-day trips
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to develop and deliver presentations
• Ability to organize data and information, use problem-solving techniques, and work independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to attain Florida Certified Contract Manager within 6 months of hire