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OPS ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST III - 37950299

State of Florida · Tallahassee, FL · 3 wk ago
Management$25/hrPart-time

Position Overview and Responsibilities

The position serves as grant manager for technical projects that have been contracted for by the Department, particularly in the area of wastewater, septic to sewer projects, and watershed restoration projects. They will provide technical assistance to governments and their consultants in the development of the grant agreements and scopes of work and as needed throughout the agreement period. The incumbent will be required to work 40-hour work weeks, Monday through Friday, and be present at the workplace during the core hours of 9AM-3PM.

Serves as grant manager for technical projects that have been contracted for by the Department, particularly in the area of springs and water resource restoration. Provides technical assistance to governments and their consultants in the development of grant agreements and scopes of work and as needed throughout the agreement period. Maintains, manages, processes and reports on the status of assigned projects from start to completion. Compiles, facilitates and completes the internal/external evaluation, review, approvals, and processing of technical, scientific, financial and administrative projects, as assigned.

Participate and work effectively as a leader, facilitator, or member of program-approved teams created to facilitate the completion of tasks related to the implementation of watershed restoration, to improve the effectiveness of the operation of the program or to resolve process or work problems.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Knowledge of Department contracting procedures and policies
  • water and spring systems and watershed management principles, laws, and regulations
  • grant funding processes
  • Professional use of Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word and Excel
  • Analyzing and solving problems
  • Communicating effectively in writing and orally
  • Working independently and as part of a team
  • Preparing and critiquing technical documents
  • Planning, organizing, and prioritizing work assignments for successful, timely completion
  • Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with others
  • Using a database and spreadsheets to analyze information and generate reports, charts, and graphs
  • Evaluating and analyzing data relating to grant management activities

Minimum Qualifications

  • A valid driver’s license
  • At least 4 years of verifiable related experience. Post-secondary degrees may be used as an alternative for the required years of experience on a year-for-year basis. A credential evaluation report from an approved agency must be submitted along with all foreign degrees.
  • Achieve and maintain a Florida Certified Contract Manager status within 1 year from hiring.
  • A Bachelor’s degree in environmental, engineering, natural/social sciences, or business/finance management (preferred)
  • Knowledge of wastewater and stormwater treatment practices
  • Experience in managing state agreements and contracts and the state procurement process
  • Has an active and valid Florida Certified Contract Manager (FCCM) status
  • Knowledge of environmental issues and laws, especially as they relate to water and ecosystem issues in Florida
  • Excellent communication and people skills
  • Excellent organization and time management skills

Pay

$25 per hour

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 advance Florida’s position as a world leader in protecting natural resources while growing the state’s economy. 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

Division of Water Restoration Assistance
Douglas Building
3900 Commonwealth Boulevard
Tallahassee, FL 32399

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida

  • Participation in state group insurance (must meet eligibility requirements)
  • State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan (tax deferred Retirement Savings Plan, for more information, please visit Corebridge Financial)
  • Flexible Spending Accounts

Special Notes

  • DEP is committed to successfully recruiting and onboarding talented and skilled individuals into its workforce. We recognize the extensive training, experience, and transferable skills that veterans and individuals with disabilities bring to the workforce. Veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to contact our recruiter for guidance and answers to questions through the following email addresses:
  • HR_VeteransPreference@dep.state.fl.us
  • For a complete list of benefits, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com.
  • 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.

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