Natural Resource Officer

Natural Resource Officer Salary $56,021.06 - $72,827.38 Annually Location 1101 E. First Street Sanford, FL Job Type Full Time Employment Job Number 2026-03793/21025 Department DS Development Review Engineering Opening Date 04/15/2026 Closing Date 4/29/2026 11:59 PM Eastern Description Benefits Description Technical review and investigation work relating to arbor, wetland assessments, delineations, impacts environmental impacts, and potential mitigation as related to development projects. Review includes listed species review and coordination with other government agencies. Assists the department in achieving its mission and vision statements. •Salary will be determined depending on qualifications of candidates who exceed the minimum requirements as outlined within the job description. •Additional compensation based on licensure.

Essential Functions Essential Functions :

These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position. Responsible for the identification and analysis of ecological impacts of development projects and monitoring the impact that development has on the environment. Provides scientific and technical environmental support services for the Planning and Development Division. Reviews environmental consultants' reports and permitting requests for issues relating to wetlands, listed species, boat docks, seawalls, and specially designated protected area compliance. Coordinates with environmental agencies and other County Departments and Divisions on matters relating to development projects. Makes recommendations for compliance with established state and federal regulations for development projects. Reviews engineering plans of subdivisions and commercial development site plans for compliance with environmental standards established by the Seminole County Land Development Code. Conducts site visits prior to construction to verify compliance and accuracy of plans. Monitors construction sites to help prevent impacts to designated buffers, tree preservation areas and wetlands. Works with Development Review Engineering Site Inspectors on project sites to ensure tree barricades/protections and silt fencing is placed to protect natural resources before site work can begin. Attends preconstruction meetings. Reviews applications and conducts field monitoring for borrow pits, dredge and fill permits and coordinates information with engineers reviewing these applications. Investigates citizen complaints relating to environmental issues. Maintains files and records of violation investigations, citizen's complaints and issued permits.

Additional Duties :

Performs other related work as required. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Botany, Ecology, Environmental Science, or a closely related field and four (4) years of experience in arbor and environmental permitting involving the analysis of development projects and environmental compliance experience. Additional Requirements ISA certified arborist preferred. Extensive knowledge of Environmental regulations related to quality and pollution issues. Considerable knowledge of the terminology, principles and analytical techniques of physical and natural science related to the environmental field, wetland impacts, threatened and endangered species, and Florida ecology. General knowledge of Windows and Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Access, Powerpoint and various office software packages. GIS preferred. Must be able to conduct independent research, analyze technical data and engineering plans and recommend effective solutions when required; understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures relating to environmental programs Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with other County Departments and Divisions, regulatory agencies and the general public. Must possess and maintain a Florida driver's license. County-paid benefits for employees

Competitive Wages:

Our compensation system includes competitive hiring salaries.

Paid Time Off:

New full-time employees accrue 20 days per year of Paid Time Off (16 days for 24-hour shift personnel). New part-time employees accrue 83 hours per year of Paid Time Off. Accrual rates increase with service time.

Paid Holidays:

We observe 12 paid holidays which includes an employee birthday holiday and a floating Work/Life Day.

Bereavement Leave:

Employees may receive up to one week paid leave per fiscal year for absence due to the death of an immediate family member.

Florida Retirement System:

All employees in regularly established positions are automatically covered from the first day of employment. Seminole County makes contribution on behalf of the employee and the employee is also required to make a 3% contribution.

Employees Assistance Program:

Our EAP provider can help employees and their families with issues such as personal/family matters, financial debt counseling, substance abuse, etc.

Training and Development Program:

The Employee Learning Center provides training opportunities for employees which promote performance, enhance employees' work life experiences, and support the organization.

Employee Awards and Recognition:

A program to reward outstanding performance and enhance service to the citizens of Seminole County.

Wellness Center:

Includes exercise equipment, resource library, and educational programs.

Health Insurance :

Health Insurance is effective the first of the month after completing 30 calendar days of employment. Seminole County offers a Point of Service (POS) plan. Dependent coverage is also available, the cost is split between the employee and employer. This benefit is not extended to part-time employees.

Life Insurance:

Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance for employees, equal to one times annual salary. Not extended to part-time employees.

Long-Term Disability:

Provides 60% of salary after 6 months of disability. Not extended to part-time employees. Optional benefits (employee-paid) for full-time employees: Deferred Compensation Plan (457): Employees may choose to have pre-tax payroll deductions made for deposit into this savings plan up to an IRS-established maximum.

Dental Insurance:

A choice of 3 plans is available for employees and dependents at employee expense.

Additional Life Insurance:

At employee expense, additional life insurance up to five times annual salary; dependent coverage also available.

Short-Term Disability Insurance:

60% of salary for the first six months of disability at employee expense.

Cancer and Specified Disease :

Pays a benefit directly to the employee if being treated for this disease.

Flexible Spending Account:

A pre-tax account for childcare and un-reimbursed medical expenses.

Pre-Tax Payroll Deductions:

Under Section 125 of the IRS Code, certain payroll deductions for insurance coverage may be taken out prior to income being taxed. Employer Seminole County/Board of County Commissioners Address 1101 East First Street Sanford, Florida, 32771 Phone (407) 665-7944 Website http://seminolecountyfl.gov