Job Description
Join Florida's premier environmental agency and help protect our natural resources! The Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is seeking a dedicated Environmental Specialist III to support our Jacksonville regional office. This critical role involves regulatory compliance, pollution prevention, and community outreach to safeguard Florida's ecosystems. Enjoy competitive benefits, professional development, and the satisfaction of serving your community.
Why Join Us?
- Comprehensive health and retirement benefits
- Student loan forgiveness eligibility
- Flexible work arrangements
- Clear career advancement pathways
Responsibilities
- Monitor industrial and municipal compliance with environmental regulations
- Conduct field inspections and pollution source investigations
- Analyze water quality data and prepare technical reports
- Develop pollution prevention strategies for regulated facilities
- Provide environmental education to local businesses and communities
- Collaborate with federal agencies on environmental initiatives
- Respond to environmental complaints and emergencies
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Biology, or related field
- 3+ years of environmental compliance experience
- Valid Florida driver's license
- OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER certification preferred
- Proficiency in GIS and environmental data analysis software
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
- Knowledge of Florida environmental regulations (Chapter 62-7, F.A.C.)