Environmental Specialist II - 37020741

Science Technology Engineering And Mathematics; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Florida Department of Environmental Protection in Tallahassee seeks an intermediate technical environmental position to assist in waterbody health assessments through the Impaired Waters Rule and to create and revise assessment lists using IWR database results.

The role involves collaborating with team members and stakeholders, developing documentation, participating in TMDL development, attending public meetings, and conducting field sampling and monitoring activities.

Qualifications

• Five years of verifiable related experience in engineering, environmental science, natural sciences, biological sciences, chemistry, or public health.
• Knowledge of water quality analysis terminology, principles, and analytical techniques.
• Proficiency with computers, database management, statistical software, and spreadsheet applications like Excel.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing and work with the public tactfully.
• Valid driver's license and ability to participate in intensive field work conditions.
• Knowledge of ArcGIS and water quality modeling techniques.

Responsibilities

• Assist in conducting waterbody health assessments through the Impaired Waters Rule.
• Create and revise assessment lists using IWR database results.
• Collaborate with team members and stakeholders.
• Develop documentation and participate in TMDL development.
• Attend public meetings and conduct field sampling and monitoring activities.

Skills

Experience

Tools

ArcGIS

Excel

Statistical software

Job description

This intermediate technical environmental position with the Florida Department of Environmental Protection assists in conducting waterbody health assessments through the Impaired Waters Rule, creating and revising assessment lists using IWR database results. The role involves collaborating with team members and stakeholders, developing documentation, participating in TMDL development, attending public meetings, and conducting field sampling and monitoring activities. Based in Tallahassee, the position requires knowledge of water quality analysis, proficiency with ArcGIS and statistical programs, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Key qualifications:

• Five years of verifiable related experience in engineering, environmental science, natural sciences, biological sciences, chemistry, or public health
• Knowledge of water quality analysis terminology, principles, and analytical techniques
• Proficiency with computers, database management, statistical software, and spreadsheet applications like Excel
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing and work with the public tactfully
• Valid driver's license and ability to participate in intensive field work conditions
• Knowledge of ArcGIS and water quality modeling techniques