Environmental Specialist - Tier 2 (Phosphate Mining)

Job Overview

• Performs technical work directing activities concerning inspecting, sampling, testing, and evaluating in an environmental pollution control and/or permitting program.

Salary

$45,011 - $63,065:

Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate would have a strong background in environmental science, geology, or a related field. Possess a deep understanding of environmental regulations related to mining operations, stormwater, and land reclamation and posses a Bachelor’s degree in Natural Science or Engineering and two (2) years of experience in environmental inspections, regulation, and evaluation of phosphate mining and reclamation or an equivalent combination of education and experience. The ideal candidate would also have background knowledge in various environmental program areas associated with the Wellhead and Surface Water Protections of the Hillsborough County Lande Development Code.

Core Competencies Customer Commitment - Proactively seeks to understand the needs of the customers and provide the highest standards of service. Dedication to Professionalism and Integrity - Demonstrates and promotes fair, honest, professional and ethical behaviors that establishes trust throughout the organization and with the public we serve.

Organizational Excellence - Takes ownership for excellence through one's personal effectiveness and dedication to the continuous improvement of our operations. Success through Teamwork - Collaborates and builds partnerships through trust and the open exchange of diverse ideas and perspectives to achieve organizational goals.

Tier 2 Duties and Responsibilities Note: The following duties are illustrative and not exhaustive. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. Depending on assigned area of responsibility, incumbents in the position may perform some or all of the activities described below.

May supervise activities and personnel engaged in an environmental evaluation, enforcement and/or permitting program. Formulates and recommends policies and procedures to ensure the maximum utilization of personnel and to increase program effectiveness.

• Reviews and participates in difficult or complex field tests and evaluation projects.

May perform routine laboratory analyses and interpret results, as needed.

• Develops improved techniques, studies new developments, and tests new methods.
• Reviews new developments in instrumentation and analytical techniques.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Job Specifications Knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and County environmental pollution control laws and regulations. Knowledge of environmental inspection, sampling and collection methods. Knowledge of environmental data collection, recording, and laboratory equipment operation and maintenance.

Skill in the use and operation of data collection, recording, and laboratory equipment. Ability to use a computer and related software. Ability to plan, organize, and supervise the work of others. Ability to collect, organize, and evaluate data and to develop logical conclusions. Ability to organize information into a logical presentation format.

Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to work effectively with others.

Physical Requirements Typically takes place in an office environment. Requires sitting for an extended period of time. May require some time in a laboratory. Possible exposure to chemicals and pollutants. Work Category Medium work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Minimum Qualifications Required Bachelor's degree in a Natural Science; AND Two years of experience in environmental inspection, sampling, testing, or evaluation; OR An equivalent combination of education (not less that possession of a High School diploma/GED), training and experience that would reasonably be expected to provide the job-related competencies noted above; AND

Possession of a valid Florida Driver’s License.

Emergency Management Responsibilities In the event of an emergency or disaster, an employee may be required to respond promptly to duties and responsibilities as assigned by the employee’s department, the County’s Office of Emergency Management, or County Administration. Such assignments may be for before, during or after the emergency/disaster.

Career Progression Employees in this classification that acquire the competencies and minimum qualifications for the next tier will be able to apply for promotional opportunities through a competitive selection process. Employees will not automatically be upgraded to the next tier. Reclassifying a position is based on business need and financial impact and is not based solely on the job competencies or qualifications of the incumbent.