Environmental Specialist Ii

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Requisition No:865416

Agency:
Agriculture and Consumer Services

Working Title:

ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II -  1 1 1

FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND CONSUMER SERVICES

DIVISION OF AQUACULTURE

*** OPEN COMPETITIVE OPPORTUNITY***

CONTACT:

Serina Rocco,

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university;
or

Six (6) months of experience as an Environmental Specialist I or higher with the State of Florida;
or

One (1) year of experience in environmental protection, regulation, or health; one of the physical or natural sciences; agriculture; or engineering.

Requires possession of a valid Class E Driver License.

EDUCATIONAL

NOTE:

Graduates utilizing education attained in the United States to meet the minimum requirements of a position will not be appointed until verification of the applicable degree has been obtained. Foreign trained graduates utilizing a degree attained outside of the United States to meet the minimum requirements of a position must be prepared to provide a copy of a credential evaluation conducted by an Approved Credential Evaluation Agency.

A list of approved agencies can be viewed at “Approved Credential Evaluation Agencies, Florida Department of Education.” Approved Credential Evaluation Agencies (fldoe.org)

ATTENTION CANDIDATES

To be considered for a position with the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services:

• All fields in the Candidate Profile must be completed (an attached resume is not a substitution for the information required on the candidate profile).
• Work history, duties and responsibilities, hours worked, supervisor, and formal education fields, etc. must be filled out to determine qualifications for this position.
• Responses to Qualifying Questions must be verifiable in the Candidate Profile.

The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services values
and supports employment of individuals with disabilities. Qualified
individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

This position has regulatory responsibilities and is subject to the provisions of s. 112.313, Florida Statutes, and Section 60L-36.003, Florida Administrative Code.

NOTES:

To maintain fairness and integrity in our hiring process, the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to answer qualifying questions or participate in interviews is strictly prohibited. Applicants must provide their own, authentic responses during all stages of the evaluation and recruitment process. Any candidate found using AI to assist in their answers will be disqualified from consideration.

Successful applicant must pass a background screening, including fingerprinting, as a condition of employment.

JOB DUTIES:

Conducts compliance inspections at aquaculture facilities certified under 5L-3.004, F.A.C. to determine the compliance with best management practices. Audits compliance with all provisions of the certification program.

Reviews Aquaculture Certificate of Registration applications and assists applicants in the certification process by providing information regarding site selection and production plans relative to best management practices and other licenses or regulatory requirements. Serves as an advisor to the applicants in order for them to have a better understanding of the aquaculture certification process and best management practices required. Conducts initial site inspections and recommends issuance or denial of certificates.

Serves as an ombudsman to the aquaculture industry assisting with permitting difficulties and encouraging industry development and growth.

Works with aquaculture business development efforts as outlined in the State Aquaculture Plan.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of the terminology, principles and analytical techniques of the physical or natural sciences.
• Knowledge of data collection and analysis principles and procedures.
• Ability to collect, evaluate, analyze and interpret scientific or technical data.
• Ability to collect, evaluate and summarize information.
• Ability to prepare compliance and/or technical reports.
• Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures relating to environmental programs.
• Ability to understand and follow legislative policy direction as established in Florida Statutes.
• Ability to interact with the public, coworkers and other local, state or federal employees in a tactful, courteous and professional manner at all times.
• Ability to effectively work independently as well as cooperatively with coworkers.
• Ability to plan, organize and coordinate personal work assignments and schedules.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively through all written and spoken means.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to utilize…