Environmental Specialist

Working Title

ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST I -

Agriculture and Consumer Services

Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services

Division of Plant Industry

Holly Jarboe, Email:
Holly.

Jarboe

• A high school diploma or equivalent and six (6) months of experience in apiculture, environmental protection, regulation, or health; one of the physical or natural sciences; agriculture; or engineering.
• An associate degree (2 years) from an accredited college or university.
• Valid Class E driver license.
• Graduates using education obtained in the United States must provide verification of the applicable degree. Must submit a credential evaluation if the degree was earned outside the United States.

• MUST obtain fruit fly certification within six months of appointment and maintain it throughout employment.
• Must pass a background screening, including fingerprinting, as a condition of employment.

• Supports fruit fly detection activities by building, servicing, and placing traps.
• Conducts plant pest detection surveys in agricultural and residential environs and places fruit fly detection devices in accordance with the Florida Fruit Fly Detection Manual.
• Conducts field diagnostic tasks using approved sampling methods to collect laboratory samples and initiates regulatory action upon diagnosis.
• Inspects plant material and high‑risk commodities for pests, and monitors plants grown under federal post‑entry quarantine regulations.
• Assists or participates in special programs such as plant pest eradication projects, exotic pest surveys, and protocols, which may require travel above two weeks and unusual working hours.
• Resolves consumer complaints, attends meetings and workshops, presents to the public, maintains proper records, and submits timely reports.
• Performs related work as directed by management.

• Knowledge of techniques used in inspecting plants or other agricultural products.
• Knowledge of the regulatory treatments of plants and pesticide labeling restrictions.
• Ability to detect plant pests.
• Ability to compile, organize, and analyze data and make recommendations.
• Ability to interpret rules and regulations.
• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to work in extreme hot, cold, or humid temperature environments.
• Ability to lift and transport 25 pounds.
• Ability to conduct inspections in natural and cultivated areas with uneven ground.
• Ability to operate a computer to access and retrieve electronic information.

• 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 with employer contributions

For an estimate of the total compensation package for this position, please visit the Total Compensation Estimator Tool located above under the “Posting Closing Date.”

Delray Beach, FL, 33444; 33486; 33446; 33483; 33445

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority in advance.

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 will be given to eligible applicants in accordance with Florida Statutes. Veterans must provide supporting documentation such as DD Form 214 when applying.

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. Pursuant to Florida Law, 110.211

F. S., the State of Florida is an EEO employer.