ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTANT - 37020902

Requisition No: 843759 

Agency: Environmental Protection

Working Title: ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTANT - 37020902

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 37020902 

Salary:  $54,000 - $58,500/annually (commensurate with experience) 

Posting Closing Date: 01/10/2025 

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ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTANT

State of Florida

Department of Environmental Protection

OPEN COMPETITIVE (OPEN FOR ALL)

 

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:

The Environmental Consultant for the Onsite Sewage Program (OSP) plays a crucial role at the Florida Department of Environmental Protection by overseeing the effective regulation of individuals and businesses in the onsite sewage field. This position ensures that regulated industries comply with state environmental standards, thereby safeguarding public health and the environment.

 

This position is located within the Onsite Sewage Program, a vital component of the Florida Department of Environmental Protection's efforts to manage and protect the state's water resources.

 

Primary Responsibilities:

• Coordinate the statewide septic tank contractor licensing, private provider inspector registration and business authorization program.
• Review and approve septic tank contracting course providers and continuing education courses.
• Coordinate with field staff and the Office of General Counsel on complaints and enforcement cases associated with the onsite sewage industry.
• Crosstrain to support functions in the Onsite Sewage Program including Chapter 381, F.S., variance requests and other special projects.

 

This position is essential to the agency's mission of protecting Florida's natural resources and ensuring the health and safety of its residents through effective management of onsite sewage systems.

 

The Difference You Will Make:

The Environmental Consultant for the Onsite Sewage Program is responsible for ensuring that onsite sewage systems are properly installed, maintained and repaired by qualified people and businesses. This role helps prevent the contamination of Florida’s groundwater and surface waters. Properly functioning septic systems prevent untreated wastewater from entering natural habitats, protecting Florida’s diverse ecosystems, including its rivers, lakes and coastal waters. Clean water is also essential for public health, as it reduces the risk of waterborne illnesses and ensures clean water resources for communities.

 

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:

Tallahassee - Tallahassee, Florida’s Capitol City, lined with rolling hills, oak trees, and canopied roads combines 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 both those seeking their first job or those ready to enter the next exciting chapter in their career.

 

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 benef