OPS ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST I - 37934020

Requisition No: 864861

Agency: Environmental Protection

Working Title: OPS ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST I - 37934020

Pay Plan: Seasonal

Position Number: 37934020

Salary:  $18 Hourly

Posting Closing Date: 11/17/2025

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OPS ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST I

State of Florida

Department of Environmental Protection

MULTIPLE VACANCIES

This position is located in Jacksonville, FL

Position Overview and Responsibilities:

This position is assigned to the Compliance Assurance Program and is responsible for supporting potable water compliance activities and/or Wastewater activities.

Responsible for the accurate and timely entry of facility data, including laboratory analyses reports, and system information into agency databases and Oculus pursuant to rules and statutory requirements.

Assists and advises operators with submitted reports as appropriate.

Participates in training activities as required.

Performs related work as required by supervisor.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of the terminology, principles, and analytical techniques of environmental, natural, or health sciences.

Knowledge of data collection and analysis principles and procedures.

Ability to collect, evaluate, analyze, and interpret scientific or technical reports and supporting documentation.

Ability to prepare technical reports.

Ability to use a personal computer and Microsoft Office Suite.

Ability to understand and apply applicable regulations, policies and procedures relating to environmental programs.

Ability to determine work priorities and ensure proper completion of work assignments.

Ability to work independently.

Ability to communicate effectively and professionally, both verbally and in writing.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and leadership.

Ability to interact with customers in a tactful and courteous manner.

Ability to identify solutions to problems and exhibit positive problem-solving techniques.

Minimum Qualifications:

Valid Driver’s License

Local Travel

Pay:

$18 Hourly

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:

Jacksonville is the most populous city proper in the U.S. state of Florida, located on the Atlantic coast of northeastern Florida.

Jacksonville boasts the largest urban park system in the nation. 80,000 acres of parks, including 405 City Parks, 7 State Parks, 2 National Park sites and an Arboretum.

Jacksonville is home to 1,100 miles of shoreline, more than any other city in the state, not to mention 22 miles of white-sandy beaches!

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:

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:

HR_VeteransPreference@dep.state.fl.us

HR_Recruitment@FloridaDEP.gov

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 (850) 245-2511. 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.