Environmental Specialist II: Field Bioassessment & QA

RiseMe; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 44,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

State group insurance

401(a) FICA Alternative Plan

Flexible Spending Accounts

Job summary

The Florida Department of Environmental Protection is seeking an Environmental Specialist II in Tallahassee to conduct field sampling, bioassessment work, and QA activities. The role supports data interpretation and reporting for bioassessment method improvements.

Responsibilities include data entry and analysis, training on SOPs, and maintaining field equipment, with occasional travel and a strong emphasis on QA compliance.

Qualifications

• Organize workload and communicate effectively.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and ArcGIS.
• Familiar with DEP SOPs for surface water and biological sampling.
• Experience with water quality data collection and field analysis.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field sampling and QA training per SOPs.
• Assist in bioassessment data analysis and reporting.
• Prepare environmental assessment reports and manage data.
• Maintain and schedule field equipment in LIMS.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Time management

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in environmental science or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

ArcGIS

LIMS

Job description

The Florida Department of Environmental Protection is seeking an Environmental Specialist II in Tallahassee to conduct field sampling, bioassessment work, and QA activities. The role supports data interpretation and reporting for bioassessment method improvements.

Responsibilities include data entry and analysis, training on SOPs, and maintaining field equipment, with occasional travel and a strong emphasis on QA compliance.