OPS Environmental Specialist III Position Available In Leon, Florida

Local recruitment: OPS Environmental Specialist III Florida Department of Environmental Protection Tallahassee, FL, USA ????????

Requisition No:

 852855

Agency:

Environmental Protection Working Title:

OPS ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST III

•37950216

Pay Plan:

Temp Position Number:

 37950216

Salary:

$24.00•$25.71 per hour (commensurate based on experience)

Posting Closing Date:

05/25/2025 Total Compensation Estimator Tool

OPS ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST III

State of Florida Department of Environmental Protection Anticipated Vacancy 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.

The Work You Will Do:

ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST III

(37950216) Office of Water Policy & Ecosystems Restoration The position serves as the Funding Support Specialist for the Everglades Restoration Projects and reports to the Senior Program Analyst. The primary responsibilities of this position are to facilitate processing, tracking, and file management for the funding support programs. This position will principally process invoices related to Everglades restoration projects. The incumbent will be required to work 40-hour work weeks, Monday through Friday, and be present for work between the core hours of 9AM•3PM.

The Difference You Will Make:

The Office of Water Policy and Ecosystems Restoration is responsible for implementing state laws and directives to protect Florida’s water resources and assist with the restoration of the Everglades. The work done in this job will directly impact the aquatic environments within southern Florida and help sustain the state’s natural resource treasures. In this job, you will help ensure hundreds of millions of dollars of state funding for Everglades Restoration projects are appropriately tracked, monitored, and expended.

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:

Office of Water Policy & Ecosystems Restoration Douglas Building 3900 Commonwealth Boulevard Tallahassee, FL 32399 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. It is located less than an hour from Gulf of Mexico beaches, the Apalachicola National Forest, the St. Marks Wildlife Refuge, and waterbodies like bays, creeks, rivers, and springs to explore. No state income tax for residents of Florida. Minimal travel required to perform mission critical duties The Benefits of Working for the

State of Florida:

Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State’s benefits package for eligible OPS employees includes: Participation in state group insurance (must meet eligibility requirements•). For more details consult with People First at 877-562-7287 or go to: https://www.mybenefits.myflorida.com/health/eligibility_and_enrollment/ops_employees
Participation in the Florida Deferred Compensation Plan (457b). For additional details and online enrollment visit MyFloridaDeferredComp.com
State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan (tax deferred Retirement Savings Plan). (For more information, please click Corebridge Financial);
Flexible Spending Accounts; For a more benefits information, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com. •Seasonal and part-time OPS employees (less than 30 hours average per week) refer to the links above for detailed eligibility requirements.

Pay:

$24.00•$25.71 per hour (commensurate based on experience)

Your Specific Responsibilities:

The Funding Support Specialist assists the Senior Program Analyst in the management of the Save Our Everglades Trust Fund (SOETF), Land Acquisition Trust Fund (LATF), and other legislative appropriations associated with the Comprehensive Everglades Restoration Plan (CERP), Everglades Forever Act (EFA), and Northern Everglades and Estuary Protection Program (NEEPP) restoration projects. This position will principally process invoices related to Everglades restoration projects. This position requires coordination of activities associated with funding and disbursement from the SOETF, LATF, CERP, NEEPP and General Revenue funds to the South Florida Water Management District. Assists in updating and maintaining tracking databases and processing and filing and reconciling invoices. Actively participates in and records minutes for meetings with Federal, State, and local agency staff regarding CERP, EFA, NEEPP, and other related restoration funding matters. Effectively coordinates with internal and external agency staff to facilitate communication and ensure timely review and approval of all invoices. This position may serve as a grant manager who develops and manages grant agreements and contract documents. Must track and report on deliverables, deadlines, and processes invoices associated with grants. Maintains and updates databases, along with organizing grant agreement files. Provides updates on fund disbursements and tracks balances. Performs editorial and quality assurance review of outgoing grant agreement-related documents. This position may also assist in the editing of legislative budget requests and bill analysis documents as needed and attends workshops and training, as required. Some limited out of town travel may be required. Performs other duties as required.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of:

Chapters 215, 216, 287, 373, and 375, Florida Statutes
grant funding grant management, contract management and invoice processing
basic accounting principles and practices Skill in: professional use of Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Outlook, Word, Excel, Access, and SharePoint Ability to: focus on details and ensure crucial financial data is inputted correctly onto systems of record
follow standardized operating procedures
adapt to changing priorities and modify work activities in response to new information, changing conditions, or unexpected obstacles
organize and maintain administrative files and update tracking spreadsheets and databases
develop and maintain databases to report on OWPER project status, legislative funding and expenditures
independently plan, organize, and prioritize a complex workload to ensure timely completion of high-quality work assignments with minimal supervision
manage multiple projects of a complex and technical nature
use logic and reasoning to frame and focus issues, reach conclusions, and develop recommendations for issue resolution to management
solve problems and make timely decisions with a “can-do” attitude
communicate effectively in writing and verbally
prepare and critique technical documents
follow written and verbal instructions
represent the Department appropriately in a professional and courteous manner
understand and apply State of Florida statutes, applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures
review data and forms for accuracy and completeness
participate effectively as a team member and develop and maintain working relationships with diverse groups of professionals
operate a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer
ability to observe details at a close range such as reading small print numbers on spreadsheets
travel as required

Minimum Qualifications:

A valid driver’s license.
Four years of verifiable related experience or post-secondary education may be used as an alternative for 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 an active Florida Certified Contract Manager status.

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor’s of science degree from an accredited college or university or 4 years of professional experience reviewing invoices and contracts.
Active Florida Certified Contract Manager (FCCM) status.
Excellent communication and people skills.
Excellent organization and time management skills.
Knowledge of Excel, digital file management, financial spreadsheets and contract oversight processes and procedures.
Knowledge of Microsoft Suite of software products with emphasis on Excel and basic accounting practices.
Knowledge of contractual agreement reviews.
Knowledge of environmental planning, regulation, or policy.
Knowledge of biological, chemical, and physical processes related to the evaluation of proposed activities affecting the greater South Florida ecosystem. DEP is committed to successfully recruiting and onboarding talented and skilled individuals into its workforce. We recognize the extensive training, experience, and transferrable 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_Recruitment@FloridaDEP.gov

Contact:

Scott Mower Scott.

Mower@FloridaDEP.gov 850-245-2188 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. 0 days remaining Apply by 25 May, 2025