ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST III - 37011292

Requisition No: 838087 

Agency: Environmental Protection

Working Title: ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST III - 37011292

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 37011292 

Salary:  $53,560.00 

Posting Closing Date: 10/19/2024 

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ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST III

State of Florida

Department of Environmental Protection

 “INTERNAL AGENCY ONLY”

 

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 create strong community partnerships, safeguard Florida’s natural resources and enhance its ecosystem. 

 

The Work You Will Do:

This posting is for an Environmental Specialist III position located at the Department of Environmental Protection's Southwest District Office, in Temple Terrace.

This position conducts inspections at large or moderately complicated facilities, as defined by the specific program, pursuant applicable Florida Statutes and Florida Administrative Code and/or reviews and evaluates permit applications for conformance to State and Federal rules and regulations.

 

The Difference You Will Make:

Help protect Florida’s unique environment by ensuring that regulatory activities are designed to protect water and wildlife resources; review and inspect existing facilities to ensure that they are conducted in compliance with Florida environmental regulations.

How You Will Grow:

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:

The Southwest District Office is located in Temple Terrace, a small city just outside of Tampa. Tampa is close to the Gulf Coast with beautiful white sand beaches.  It is considered a major business center while also known for its museums and cultural offerings.  Places such as the Busch Gardens Theme Park, historic Ybor City with its many restaurants and nightlife, the world’s longest continuous sidewalk along Bayshore Blvd., and a sports enthusiast haven are just some of the many activities people can enjoy in the area.  There is also no state income tax for residents of Florida.  The Southwest District covers 8 counties (Hillsborough, Pinellas, Manatee, Polk, Pasco, Hernando, Citrus, and Hardee). 

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:

Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State’s total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including:

• 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);
• Flexible Spending Accoun