ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTANT

Position Overview and Responsibilities :

This is an advanced environmental position in the Division of Environmental Assessment and Restoration, Standards Development Section within the Water Quality Standards Program. The position involves conducting statistical analyses of environmental data, interpreting information in the context of water quality standards (Chapters 62-302 and 62-303, F.A.C.), and writing and editing environmental reports related to water quality standards development and implementation. The incumbent will be responsible for water quality criteria refinement and development projects including analyzing data, writing technical reports, and representing DEP professionally at public workshops to support rulemaking or other technical efforts.

Functions as a consultant on a variety of environmental issues for the purpose of recommending defensible environmental decisions. Provides technical input on water quality criteria development, rule development, and implementation. Participates in technical workgroups related to water quality, biological, and / or ecological topics as needed.

Provides input on technical reports and water quality models related to EPA national recommended water quality criteria proposals, permitting, water quality based effluent limit (WQBEL) or mixing zone establishment, total maximum daily load methodology, listing decisions and other topics that affect water quality standards development and implementation as needed to support other section work.

Other duties as required.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

• Knowledge and ability to analyze, design, and maintain large rational databases using Microsoft Access and / or other relational database tools;
• Knowledge of data QA / QC methods;
• Knowledge of biological, chemical, and physical processes relevant to the evaluation of impacts to water quality, soil, biota, etc. of various Florida waterbodies;
• Ability to conduct statistical, graphical, and spatial analysis of environmental data using programs such as MS Excel, R and / or other statistical analysis packages;
• Ability to evaluate, analyze, and interpret scientific or technical data in the context of appropriate water quality standards;
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with others;
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing;
• Ability to write technical reports;
• Ability to become a Florida Certified Contract Manager.

Minimum Qualifications :

Florida Certified Contract Manager upon appointment within a year.

Pay : $4,582.95 Monthly

Our Organization and Mission :

The Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is the states lead agency for environmental management and stewardship - protecting our air, water and land. The vision of DEP is to advance Floridas position as a world leader in protecting natural resources while growing the states 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 :

Tallahassee, Floridas Capital City, lined with rolling hills, oak trees, and canopied roads combine 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 Floridas Big Bend. Tallahassee is a highly desirable location for both those seeking their first job or those ready to enter the next exciting chapter in their career.

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida :

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

Candidate requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must contact the DEP Human Resources (HR) Office at (850) 245-2511. DEP requests applicants notify HR 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 post?secondary 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.

For assistance, call the People First Service Center at (877) 562?7287 Monday - Friday, 8 : 00 a.m. to 6 : 00 p.m., Eastern time.

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