PLANNER I - 37021067

Florida; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Nine paid holidays

Health insurance options

Retirement plan options

Tuition waivers

Educational resources

Job summary

Florida Department of Environmental Protection in Tallahassee, FL, is seeking a Planner I to support the Submerged Lands and Environmental Resource Coordination program. The role involves drafting and reviewing rulemaking documents and coordinating with agency attorneys to ensure timely rulemaking procedures.

The position requires data analysis, reporting, and preparation of presentations for public and internal audiences, with responsibilities expanding to organizing the preparation and

Qualifications

• Knowledge of methods of compiling, organizing and analyzing data.
• Knowledge of problem-solving techniques.
• Knowledge of research techniques.
• Ability to compile, organize and analyze data.
• Ability to utilize problem-solving techniques.
• Ability to analyze programs and proposed projects.
• Ability to prepare reports and records.
• Ability to prepare and present training materials.
• Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, edit, and prepare rulemaking documents.
• Coordinate with agency attorneys to follow rulemaking procedures.
• Organize and assist with public presentations for ongoing rulemaking.
• Compile comments from the public and other interested parties.

Skills

Data analysis methods

Problem-solving techniques

Research techniques

Compile/analyze data

Solve problems

Analyze programs

Prepare reports

Present training

Plan and coordinate work

Effective communication

Build relationships

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Access

PowerPoint

Job description

Department of Environmental Protection

This position is located in Tallahassee, FL

Position Overview And Responsibilities

The Submerged Lands and Environmental Resource Coordination (SLERC) program is accepting applications for a full‑time career service Planner I position. The SLERC program is responsible for the consistent implementation of the Environmental Resource Permitting programs statewide.

Requisition No: 885219
Agency: Environmental Protection
Working Title: PLANNER I - 37021067
Pay Plan: Career Service
Position Number: 37021067
Salary: $38,934.00
Posting Closing Date: 10/23/2026

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Planner I- 37021067

State of Florida

Department of Environmental Protection

This position is located in Tallahassee, FL

Position Overview And Responsibilities

The Submerged Lands and Environmental Resource Coordination (SLERC) program is accepting applications for a full‑time career service Planner I position. The SLERC program is responsible for the consistent implementation of the Environmental Resource Permitting programs statewide.

The Program regulates activities in, on or over surface waters or wetlands, as well as any activity involving the alteration of surface water flows. This is a professional position drafting, reviewing, editing, and preparing rulemaking documents for the program. The position would be expected to coordinate with agency attorneys to ensure that agency rulemaking procedures are followed and completed on time. Organizing and assisting with the preparation and public presentations related to ongoing rulemaking along with compiling comments from the public and other interested parties would be a routine duty.

Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Knowledge of methods of compiling, organizing and analyzing data.
• Knowledge of problem‑solving techniques.
• Knowledge of research techniques.
• Ability to compile, organize and analyze data.
• Ability to utilize problem‑solving techniques.
• Ability to analyze programs and proposed projects.
• Ability to prepare reports and records.
• Ability to prepare and present training materials.
• Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

Minimum Qualifications

• At least 4 years of verifiable related experience in planning, evaluation, research, analysis, business, government or fiscal work. Post‑secondary degrees may be used as an alternative for the required years of experience on a year‑for‑year basis. A credential evaluation report from an approved agency must be submitted along with all foreign degrees.
• A valid driver’s license

Position Of Special Trust Requirement

This position is designated as a Position of Special Trust in accordance with DEP Directive 422, Positions of Special Trust or Responsibility. Successful completion of background screening will be required for this position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with the rules and statutes governing the State’s regulatory and proprietary programs.
• Experience with drafting and reviewing reports and presentation materials.
• Experience with drafting state regulatory rules.
• Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and Power Point.

Additional reviews may be performed to screen for preferred qualifications, experience and education. You may be contacted to participate in an additional selection process which may consist of written exercises, work samples, skills tests, and interviews. Support of knowledge, skills, and abilities should be demonstrated on the application, in the education, in the work experience, in the work sample, in the interview and/or during reference checks.

Pay

$38,934.00

Our Organization And Mission

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.

Where You Will Work

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.

Benefits

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:

• Annual and Sick Leave benefits;
• Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year;
• State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options;
• Retirement plan options, including employer contributions (For more information, please click www.myfrs.com );
• Tuition waivers;
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• And more!

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

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

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.

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE.

Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here . All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.