ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTANT - 37020084

Requisition No: 841218 

Agency: Environmental Protection

Working Title: ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTANT - 37020084

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 37020084 

Salary:  $56,000-$65,000 (commensurate with knowledge and experience) 

Posting Closing Date: 11/29/2024 

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Environmental Consultant 37020084

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 environmental professional position expected to offer new ideas for doing business, evaluate issues and make recommendations to improve operational efficiency, and provide a complete work product timely and in need of minimal editing.  This position will:

• Oversee the coordination, review and evaluation of projects under Florida’s Power Plant and Transmission Line Siting Acts including site certifications, modifications, and post-certification amendments.
• Provide technical assistance and guidance to Department districts and other agencies, prospective applicants, consultants, and the general public on matters related to site certification projects and processes.
• Represent the Department and/or testify at public meetings and administrative hearings.
• Develop guidance documents and training presentations of Siting procedures.
• Evaluate and recommend revision of applicable Siting rules.
• Work closely with the Siting program attorney.

 

The Difference You Will Make:

This position assists the Siting Coordination Office which is responsible for the coordination of processing electrical transmission and power plant applications filed under the Siting Acts.

This position works closely with all divisions in the Department, as well as other state and local agencies, to ensure Siting projects will comply with applicable 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:

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 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 info