OPS ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTANT

Florida Department of Environmental Protection; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Participation in state group insurance

401(a) FICA Alternative Plan

Flexible Spending Accounts

Job summary

A state environmental agency in Tallahassee is seeking an OPS Environmental Consultant to provide expert support in GIS data analysis and management. The ideal candidate will have at least seven years of experience in environmental science or related fields, with proficiency in Esri's ArcGIS software. This role involves developing and managing the Florida Hydrography Dataset and working on intra-agency GIS projects, contributing to Florida's environmental protection efforts.

Qualifications

• Seven years of related experience in fields including environmental science, policy, engineering.
• Knowledge of the National Hydrography Dataset (NHD) or FHD database.
• Valid Driver’s License and ability to travel occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical and scientific expertise for GIS data management.
• Support development of the Florida Hydrography Dataset (FHD).
• Plan and coordinate GIS projects.

Skills

Geographic data collection and analysis

GIS data management

Esri's ArcGIS software

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Public interaction

Independent work

GIS project coordination

Verbal/written communication

Excel/Word

Education

Post-secondary degree in engineering, environmental science, or related field

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Tools

ArcGIS Pro

ArcGIS Survey123

Microsoft Power Automate

ArcGIS Experience Builder

ArcHydro

Job description

OPS ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTANT - 37950023

This is an advanced environmental technical and professional position in the Watershed Services Program (WSP) of the Division of Environmental Assessment and Restoration (DEAR). The position is responsible for providing technical and scientific expertise to aid in the development, management, and evaluation of GIS data from the State’s water resources, and to support the GIS data analysis and management needs of DEAR. This includes providing support for development of the Florida Hydrography Dataset (FHD). The position requires knowledge of advanced GIS data analysis and management concepts and software to facilitate developing, managing and evaluating data.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

1. Knowledge of Geographic data collection and analysis principles and procedures.
2. Ability to collect, evaluate, analyze and interpret scientific and geospatial data.
3. Experience using Esri’s ArcGIS software, including ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online Applications.
4. Knowledge of the National Hydrography Dataset (NHD) or FHD geodatabase structure.
5. Ability to edit the FHD.
6. Ability to use ArcGIS Survey123.
7. Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures relating to environmental programs.
8. Ability to deal with the public in a tactful and courteous manner.
9. Ability to work independently.
10. Ability to plan, organize and coordinate intra-agency and inter-agency GIS projects.
11. Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
12. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
13. Experience using Microsoft Excel and Word.
14. Ability to identify, define, and provide solutions for customer GIS support needs
15. Ability to organize and document project methodologies, including technical data processing reports.
16. Ability to plan, organize, coordinate, and conduct short-range and long-range GIS projects.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Valid Driver’s License.
• Occasional overnight travel.
• At least seven years of verifiable, related experience in one or more of the following fields: engineering, engineering sciences, chemistry, environmental science, natural sciences, biological sciences, physical sciences, environmental policy or computer science. A post-secondary degree in any of these fields from an accredited college or university may substitute for experience on a year-for-year basis. Applicants with foreign degrees must submit a credential evaluation report from an approved agency.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Experience editing the NHD.
2. Experience using ArcGIS Survey123.
3. Experience using Microsoft Power Automate.
4. Experience using ArcGIS Experience Builder.
5. Experience using ArcHydro tools and workflows.

The Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is the state’s lead agency for environmental management and stewardship - protecting our air, water and land. The vision of DEP is to advance Florida’s position as a world leader in protecting natural resources while growing the state’s economy. DEP encourages its leaders to constantly innovate and seek efficiencies. We believe in supporting and encouraging you as you take on important and often complex projects while offering you the opportunity to gain valuable experience quickly.

Tallahassee – Tallahassee, Florida’s Capital City, lined with rolling hills, oak trees, and canopied roads combine old world charm with a modern pace of life. Home to two major universities as well as state government, Tallahassee is a mid-sized city in the heart of Florida’s Big Bend. Tallahassee is a highly desirable location for both those seeking their first job or those ready to enter the next exciting chapter in their career.

Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State’s benefits package for eligible OPS employees includes:

• Participation in state group insurance (must meet eligibility requirements*).

• State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan (tax deferred Retirement Savings Plan, for more information, please visit Corebridge Financial).

• Flexible Spending Accounts;

• And more!

For a complete list of benefits, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com.

*Seasonal and part-time OPS employees (less than 30 hours average per week) refer to the links above for detailed eligibility requirements.

Special Notes:

DEP is committed to successfully recruiting and onboarding talented and skilled individuals into its workforce. We recognize the extensive training, experience, and transferable skills that veterans and individuals with disabilities bring to the workforce. Veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to contact our recruiter for guidance and answers to questions through the following email addresses:

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An individual with a disability is qualified if he or she satisfies the skills, experience, and other job-related requirements for a position and can perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must contact the DEP Human Resources (HR) Office at [phone]. DEP requests applicants notify HR in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.