State of Florida hiring ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST III in Gainesville Metropolitan Area | LinkedIn (2024)

Requisition No: 819676

Agency: Military Affairs

Working Title: ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST III

Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 62000290

Salary: $45,308.75

Posting Closing Date: 05/22/2024

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• OPEN COMPETITIVE***

APPLICATION DEADLINE: 11:59 p.m. on closing date VACANCY # 62000290 WORK LOCATION: Starke, FL About The Department Of Military Affairs (dma)The mission of the Florida Department of Military Affairs is to provide management oversight of the Florida National Guard and provide units and personnel ready to support national security objectives; to protect the public safety of citizens and to contribute to the national, state and community programs that add value to the United States of America and to the State of Florida.

Our Benefits Include

• Health Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Dental, Vision, and Supplemental Insurance
• Retirement Benefits
• Vacation and Sick Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Opportunities for Career Advancement
• Tuition Waiver for Public College Courses
• Training Opportunities
• For benefit information available to State of Florida employees, go to http://www.mybenefits.myflorida.com

Conditions Of Employment

• New employees of the Department of Military Affairs will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screening.
• New employees of the Department of Military Affairs are required to participate in a direct deposit/electronic transfer program.
• The Department of Military Affairs is paid on a monthly basis.
• This position is a Cooperative Agreement position.
• As a CANDIDATE, you are required to provide documentation (i.e., High School Diploma or Equivalency, College Transcripts, ETC.) to verify meeting these Minimum Qualifications.
• Must be able to obtain a completion of a favorable National Agency Check background investigation clearance.

*NOTE*

To be considered for this position, application must be fully completed, your responses to qualifying questions for this position must be verifiable by documentation provided through the electronic application process and clearly stated within the employment history.

Minimum Requirements

• A Master’s Degree from an accredited College or University in Business Administration or Environmental Science or a science related field AND Two (2) years of experience as an Environmental Specialist or related field; OR
• A Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited College or University in Business Administration or Environmental Science or a science related field AND Three (3) years of experience as an Environmental Specialist or related field.
• Must be willing to learn to utilize ArcPro software, GPS devices, and other GIS platforms to facilitate workflow and interdepartmental cohesion if no prior experience.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Responsible for management of Land Rehabilitation and Maintenance (LRAM) projects in the Integrated Training Area Management (ITAM) section at Camp Blanding for training land assets; including but not limited to, Landing Zones, Artillery Firing Points, Maneuver Trails, Observation Points, and Land Navigation sites. Plan, implement, and manage a variety of LRAM projects, including maintaining, repairing, or reconfiguring training land for mission support. Identifies projects based on training mission needs, soldier feedback, communication with range managers, and Range and Training Land Assessments. Ensures all projects adhere to the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). Responsible for following all BMP Manuals, and ensuring all required permits are obtained for LRAM projects. Responsible for participating in appropriate safety training annually, in addition to staying current in new developments/technologies with the land rehabilitation field. Maintains Public Applicator Herbicide License in either Natural Areas or Forestry.
• Oversee and conduct field work for LRAM projects, including seed spreading, seed procurement, fertilizer application, maneuver trail stabilization, herbicide application, and other field work. Knowledge and the ability to oversee/operate heavy equipment operation such as: 10 to 25 ton dump trucks, bulldozers, motor graders, vibratory compactors, excavators, skid steers, and agricultural tractors for the purpose of completing LRAM projects. In addition, utilize equipment such as a GPS unit, farm tractor with implements, brush mower, ATV, chainsaw, herbicide sprayer, seed collector, and any other ITAM equipment necessary to execute LRAM projects. Train and supervise ITAM personnel conducting LRAM field work. Responsible for the maintenance, upkeep, and reporting status of ITAM equipment to include research on parts and costs. Schedule routine maintenance necessary to keep machinery, equipment, and tools in good working order.
• Coordinate LRAM resource requirements by assisting in the preparation of work plans for the LRAM component, including a budget plan, personnel and field equipment expenses, bulk material purchases, and a detailed description of anticipated fieldwork. Provide technical expertise to prepare scopes of work. Participate in SRP and ITAM conferences and workshops to enhance understanding of program requirements. Write annual reports as directed by program supervisor.
• Provide technical guidance to other land management ITAM staff at Camp Blanding. Interact with installation, federal, state, and other agency staffs. Provide data and support to assist ITAM Coordinator with prioritization of Sustainable Range Awareness (SRA) and Training Requirements Integration (TRI) efforts and effectiveness.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Knowledge of the terminology, principles, and analytical techniques of the physical or natural sciences.
• Knowledge of data collection and analysis principles and procedures.
• Ability to collect, evaluate, analyze, and interpret scientific or technical data.
• Ability to prepare technical reports.
• Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures relating to environmental programs.
• Ability to understand and follow legislative policy direction as established in Florida Statutes.
• Ability to utilize GIS to analyze landscape data and track project requirements.
• Ability to read and interpret maps.
• Ability to deal with the public in a tactful and courteous manner.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to utilize problem-solving techniques.
• Ability to use personal computers.
• Ability to supervise people.
• Knowledge of best management practices for erosion control.
• Ability to perform manual labor and operate equipment/machinery and hand-held power tools.
• Ability to operate heavy equipment such as agricultural farm tractors and implements, light bulldozer, skid steer, dump truck, all-terrain vehicles, grader, skid steer and excavator.
• Ability to utilize a GPS unit in the field.
• Ability to use ArcGIS software for simple data analysis and maps.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing to others.

Special RemindersThe State of Florida and The Department of Military Affairs participate in the E-Verify program. Federal law requires that all employers verify the identity and employment eligibility of any person hired to work in the United States.

Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they are registered with the Selective Services System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS. For more information, please visit the SSS website: http://www.sss.gov

All members of the Florida Retirement System are required to contribute 3% of their salary on a pre-tax basis.

If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended, or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement.

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

The Department of Military Affairs values and supports employment of individuals with disabilities. Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here . All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.