Environmental Specialist II - 42003194

Other; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, Division of Aquaculture, is seeking an Environmental Specialist II to coordinate aquaculture education, policy development, and scientific projects. The role involves field work, data management, workshops, and technical reporting for diverse stakeholders.

Candidates should have either a high school diploma or a bachelor's degree, with relevant experience in environmental protection, public health, or sciences, and must hold a valid

Qualifications

• High school diploma/equivalent plus 1 year experience in environmental protection, public health, food safety, physical/natural sciences, agriculture, or engineering.
• OR 6 months experience as Environmental Specialist I or higher with State of Florida.
• OR bachelor's degree from accredited college or university.
• Valid Class E Driver License required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinating development and execution of aquaculture education, policy, and scientific projects.
• Involves field work, data management, workshops, and technical reporting.
• Maintain partnerships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Stay current with scientific and policy developments in aquaculture.

Skills

Aquaculture knowledge

Data collection & analysis

Scientific communication

Stakeholder engagement

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Environmental Specialist II with the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, Division of Aquaculture.

This role coordinates development and execution of aquaculture education, policy, and scientific projects, including field work, data management, workshops, and technical reporting. The position requires staying current with scientific and policy developments in aquaculture and maintaining partnerships with internal and external stakeholders.

Key qualifications:

• High school diploma/equivalent plus 1 year experience in environmental protection, public health, food safety, physical/natural sciences, agriculture, or engineering
• OR 6 months experience as Environmental Specialist I or higher with State of Florida
• OR bachelor's degree from accredited college or university
• Valid Class E Driver License required
• Knowledge of aquaculture, environmental science, or marine science terminology and principles
• Ability to collect, evaluate, and analyze scientific data and communicate findings to diverse audiences