OPS ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST III - 37950211

Requisition No: 874730 

Agency: Environmental Protection

Working Title: OPS ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST III - 37950211

 Pay Plan: Temp

Position Number: 37950211 

Salary:  $25.76 - $28.56/Hourly 

Posting Closing Date: 05/11/2026 

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OPS Environmental Specialist III

State of Florida

Department of Environmental Protection

This position is located in Tallahassee, FL

 

 

 

Position Overview and Responsibilities:

The OPS Environmental Specialist III position, 37950211, is in the Division of Environmental Assessment and Restoration’s Chemistry Program, Organics/Gas Chromatography Group, in Tallahassee. The incumbent works as a Chemist and will be responsible for preparation and analysis of environmental samples for priority organic pollutants, pesticides, herbicides, and other related compounds of interest to agency programs. This position is critical to satisfying ongoing demands for analyses necessary to support water quality impairment decisions and providing support for other customers, both within and outside the Department of Environmental Protection.

 

 

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of the terminology, principles and techniques of chemical research, analysis, or testing.
• Knowledge of the procedures, techniques and equipment used in laboratory testing and analysis.
• Knowledge of the principles of gas or liquid chromatography.
• Skill in the use of scientific laboratory and field equipment.
• Ability to collect, record and analyze scientific data relating to chemistry.
• Ability to conduct chemical research, tests and analysis using scientific methods and techniques.
• Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to utilize problem solving techniques.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

 

 

Minimum Qualifications:

• At least 6 years of verifiable related experience in chemistry, environmental science, natural sciences, biological sciences, or physical sciences. Post-secondary degrees from an accredited college or university with a major in chemistry, environmental science, natural sciences, biological sciences, or physical sciences 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.

 

 

Other job requirements

N/A 

 

 

Pay:

$25-76-28.56 per hour

 

 

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