ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTANT - 37010123

Requisition No: 844756 

Agency: Environmental Protection

Working Title: ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTANT - 37010123

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 37010123 

Salary:  $4,891.14 Mo. / $58,693.68 Yr. 

Posting Closing Date: 02/09/2025 

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ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTANT

State of Florida

Department of Environmental Protection

 

 

 

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 is an advanced level consultative position in the district’s permitting program tasked with providing support and training new staff for the SLERC/ERP/404 programs in the South District office. Provides programmatic expertise, and mentors staff on programmatic related issues. Ensures coordination with the division and other district offices, as well as other governmental entities. Analyzes and evaluates complex interdisciplinary projects applicable to the SLERC/ERP/404 programs in accordance with applicable statutes, rules, and DEP policy and procedures. In carrying out the duties of this position, the incumbent is expected at all times to be aware of and abide by the Department’s Standards of Conduct, as well as any and all departmental and/or work unit rules, directives, policies, procedures, and/or general orders applicable to performing the duties of this position. This position serves as a Subject Matter Expert for the SLERC, ERP, and 404 Programs

 

 

The Difference You Will Make:

The Florida Department of Environmental Protection protects, conserves and manages the state’s natural resources and enforces its environmental laws. Each position works together as a whole to advance Florida’s position as a world leader in protecting natural resources while growing the state’s economy.

 

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:

South District - The South District Office is located in Fort Myers. Fort Myers is popular for its great beaches that line the Gulf Coast, shopping and fishing.  Attractions include the historic Henry Ford and Thomas Edison estates, downtown Fort Myers, with its many restaurants and nightlife, as well as nearby Naples and the islands of Captiva and Sanibel. It is a sports enthusiast haven as the Spring Training home of the Boston Red Sox and Minnesota Twins. The South District covers 8 counties (Lee, Collier, Charlotte, DeSoto, Sarasota, Hendry, Glades and Highlands). 

 

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);
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