Environmental Specialist II - 37011433

Other; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

The Florida Department of Environmental Protection seeks an Environmental Specialist II in West Palm Beach to review and process complex permit applications and support compliance programs. This intermediate-level role requires cross-training across air, waste, and water programs, strong data interpretation skills, and the ability to train staff and provide technical assistance to regulated facilities.

Join a team dedicated to protecting Florida's environment while working on-site at the West

Qualifications

• Knowledge of environmental principles and analytical techniques in physical or natural sciences.
• Ability to collect, evaluate, analyze and interpret scientific or technical data.
• Ability to understand and apply environmental rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally; prepare technical reports.
• Ability to perform field inspections including climbing ladders, walking slopes and lifting 40 pounds.
• Skilled in personal computers, spreadsheets, industry databases and electronic devices.

Responsibilities

• Review and process complex environmental permit applications.
• Conduct compliance inspections for air, waste and water programs.
• Provide training and technical assistance to staff and regulated facilities.
• Support Compliance Assurance and Permitting Programs and cross-train across areas.

Skills

Environmental knowledge

Data analysis

Regulatory interpretation

Technical report writing

Field inspections

PC & databases

Job description

Environmental Specialist II in the Department of Environmental Protection reviews and processes complex environmental permit applications, conducts compliance inspections for air, waste, and water programs, and provides training and technical assistance to department staff and regulated facilities. Located in West Palm Beach, this intermediate-level position supports the Compliance Assurance and Permitting Programs and requires cross-training across multiple environmental program areas.

Key qualifications:

• Knowledge of environmental principles and analytical techniques of physical or natural sciences
• Ability to collect, evaluate, analyze, and interpret scientific or technical data
• Ability to understand and apply environmental rules, regulations, policies, and procedures
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally; prepare technical reports
• Ability to perform field inspections including climbing ladders, walking slopes, and lifting 40 pounds
• Skilled in personal computers, spreadsheets, industry database applications, and electronic devices