Operator Certification Program Specialist

Other; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida Department of Environmental Protection in Tallahassee is seeking an intermediate environmental professional to administer the Operator Certification Program. The role involves reviewing licensure and examination applications, verifying applicant qualifications, issuing licenses, and maintaining program databases.

The position requires handling sensitive examination materials and documents, managing projects independently, and applying knowledge of wastewater treatment concepts.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of related professional experience or equivalent academic credit.
• Knowledge of state and federal permitting requirements and procedures.
• Understanding of wastewater treatment concepts and principles.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Knowledge of computer-based data retrieval systems.
• Valid Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Administer the Operator Certification Program for the department.
• Review licensure and examination applications and verify qualifications.
• Issue licenses and maintain certification records accurately.
• Maintain program databases and provide operational support.
• Manage technical projects independently and safeguard sensitive documents.

Skills

5 years of experience

Permitting knowledge

Wastewater concepts

Verbal & written communication

Data retrieval systems

Valid Driver's License

Job description

Florida Department of Environmental Protection in Tallahassee is seeking an intermediate environmental professional to administer the Operator Certification Program. The role involves reviewing licensure and examination applications, verifying applicant qualifications, issuing licenses, and maintaining program databases.

The position requires handling sensitive examination materials and documents, managing projects independently, and applying knowledge of wastewater treatment concepts.