Requisition No: 804429
Agency: Environmental Protection
Working Title: ENGINEERING SPECIALIST III - 37010809
Position Number: 37010809
Salary: $3,889.41 Mo. / $46,672.92 Yr.
Posting Closing Date: 06/16/2023
ENGINEERING SPECIALIST III
State of Florida
Department of Environmental Protection
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 create strong community partnerships, safeguard Florida’s natural resources and enhance its ecosystem.
The Work You Will Do:
This advanced-level position involves engineering review and support in the Department’s permitting program. This position reviews and recommends issuance or denial of application for permits for solid waste management facilities, wastewater treatment and disposal facilities, potable water systems, stormwater treatment, and others. The primary focus of this position is regulation of wastewater and water facilities. The employee assists compliance team when needed, in oversight of compliance assurance program to ensure compliance with permit conditions and applicable rules and regulations.
The Difference You Will Make:
The Florida Department of Environmental Protection protects, conserves and manages the state’s natural resources and enforces its environmental laws. Each position works together as a whole to advance Florida’s position as a world leader in protecting natural resources while growing the state’s economy.
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:
South District - The South District Office is located in Fort Myers. Fort Myers is popular for its great beaches that line the Gulf Coast, shopping and fishing. Attractions include the historic Henry Ford and Thomas Edison estates, downtown Fort Myers, with its many restaurants and nightlife, as well as nearby Naples and the islands of Captiva and Sanibel. It is a sports enthusiast haven as the Spring Training home of the Boston Red Sox and Minnesota Twins. The South District covers 8 counties (Lee, Collier, Charlotte, DeSoto, Sarasota, Hendry, Glades and Highlands).
The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:
Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State’s total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including:
- Annual and Sick Leave benefits;
- Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year;
- State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options;
- Retirement plan options, including employer contributions (For more information, please click www.myfrs.com);
- Flexible Spending Accounts;
- Tuition waivers;
- And more!
For a more complete list of benefits, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com.
To learn more about different DEP career opportunities, visit https://floridadep.gov/adm/hr/content/career-opportunities-0
Pay:
$3,889.41 Mo. / $46,672.92 Yr.
Your Specific Responsibilities:
Permit Processing
In general, this position conducts reviews of complex applications, reports and file/data reviews.
- Reviews and evaluates permit applications for conformance to applicable regulations. This includes, but is not limited to: reviewing reports, well designs, technical guidance and other documents, and rules
- Performs site inspections, as necessary
- Writes permitting and correspondence and permits/documents that are technically correct, clear, understandable, and consistent with prescribed rules, timeframes and Department guidance and procedures
- Participates in administrative hearings and judicial proceedings if necessary
Compliance Assistance and Outreach
In addition to the permitting responsibilities, the incumbent will assist the compliance staff conduct inspections and monitoring data review.
- Supports, participates, and/or assists staff in the execution of compliance assistance for the regulated community.
- Conducts pre-clearance site inspections and writes follow-up reports
- Assists with public outreach and training events
- Provides technical assistance for and cooperates with engineers, geologists, government officials, representatives from other regulatory agencies and the general public
Database Management
The position maintains databases of pollution control projects.
- Ensures the data entry corresponding to all assigned projects is entered into the department's databases
- Receives and enters citizen complaints into a complaint tracking system
Training
The position develops and maintains the essential skills needed for determining technical capabilities and regulatory requirements for pollution control systems.
- Completes the training plans developed for the position
- Participates and assists with internal training events/activities to develop essential skills. This includes participating in safety events, job shadowing, on the job training, and team building initiatives as directed by management
- Is a self-advocate for training and partners with appropriate district staff to learn about multiple DEP program areas
Other related duties may be required as directed by the immediate supervisor or as circumstances dictate
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Knowledge of Department rules and policies.
- Knowledge of water treatment and distribution design.
- Knowledge of wastewater collection and transmission.
- Knowledge of the terminology, principles and techniques of water and wastewater treatment.
- Ability to analyze and interpret engineering reports and plans.
- Ability to understand, interpret and implement Department policies, statutes and regulations.
- Ability to review applications in accordance with applicable statutes and administrative codes.
- Ability to plan and conduct field inspections and prepare the required reports.
- Ability to effectively communicate with consultants, the general public, associates and supervisors.
- Ability to work independently and to train staff.
- Ability to plan, organize and prioritize work assignments to ensure completion in a timely fashion.
- Ability to coordinate agency’s programs, functions and activities with other sections and governmental utilities.
- Skill with computers and databases.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Valid Florida Driver’s License
- A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a major in engineering or 4 years of related work experience
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with pollution control design or regulation
- Engineering Intern or Professional Engineer
Working hours: (A) Daily from Monday to Friday - 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (B) Total hours in workweek 40 (C) FLEX Schedule. This position is not eligible for teleworking.
To learn more about the DEP South District office, please access the following link: https://floridadep.gov/south
Contact Information:
Amanda Ades
South District DEP
2295 Victoria Avenue, Suite 364
Fort Myers, FL 33902
(239) 344-5652
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_VeteransPreference@dep.state.fl.us
HR_Recruitment@dep.state.fl.us
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.