ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST III

Requisition No:
Agency: Environmental Protection
Working Title: ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST III -
Pay Plan: Career Service
Position Number:
Salary: $53,580.60
Posting Closing Date: 09/19/2025
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Environmental Specialist III -
State of Florida
Department of Environmental Protection
Office of Resilience and Coastal Protection
Coastal Engineering and Geology
OPEN COMPETITIVE
This position is located in Tallahassee, FL
THIS IS NOT AN IT, COMPUTER SCIENCE, OR SOFTWARE-RELATED POSITION
Position Overview and Responsibilities:
In carrying out the duties of this position, the incumbent is expected at all times to be aware of and abide by the Department's Standards of Conduct, as well as any and all departmental and/or work unit rules, directives, policies, procedures, and/or general orders applicable to performing the duties of this position.
This second level intermediate environmental specialist position requires a working knowledge of the forcing mechanisms of coastal littoral sediment transport and ocean inlet tidal hydrodynamics, and coastal geology or geomorphology. This position's primary responsibility is to conduct coastal science/ engineering, geology or environmental reviews of beach and inlet management projects, and other coastal construction projects which receive Department funding or require a permit from the Department. This position provides technical assistance for planning, funding, permitting, and monitoring beach and inlet management projects, as well as assisting in the development of policy and procedures. This position requires effective communication and coordination with staff, permit applicants, local, state, and federal governmental agencies, and other departmental entities in pursuit of the overall mission to preserve, restore and protect the beaches and coastal systems of Florida.
Specific duties and responsibilities include:
Conducts technical reviews of coastal monitoring data, littoral sediment transport processes, volumetric and shoreline change analysis, presented in reports and feasibility studies of beach and inlet management activities. Provides written comments to the permit or project manager. Participates in meetings as necessary with designated staff to discuss projects and to coordinate the completion of technical reviews. Represents the CEG staff in meetings with permit applicants, at public meetings, and at Department and interagency discussions related to projects and policy issues.
Assists with the development of guidelines for the review of coastal science information and the criteria for compliance with statutes, rules and policies related to coastal construction and environmental resources.
Assists with studies of coastal geologic and littoral sediment transport processes in collaboration with the ORCP staff and contractors and prepares reports with recommendations for long-term regional beach or inlet management strategies.
Conducts on-site inspections to evaluate beach-dune conditions, beach sediment characteristics and permit compliance of beach and inlet management projects.
Conducts post-storm impact assessments to evaluate the effects of major storm events on coastal construction and beach and dune resources. Assists in the preparation of post-storm reports and recovery plans.
As part of the duties of the position the incumbent will need to develop and maintain knowledge, skills and abilities in coastal sciences, geology, or engineering; and knowledge of the statutes, rules, and policies related to coastal construction and environmental resources, pursuant to Chapters 161, 373 and 403, Florida Statutes.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of coastal sciences/engineering and coastal geology, of the statutes, rules, and policies related to coastal construction and environmental resources, pursuant to Chapters 161, 373 and 403, Florida Statutes.
• Knowledge of coastal hydrodynamics, nearshore sediment transport mechanisms, ocean inlet tidal hydrodynamics, and coastal geomorphology.
• Ability to apply coastal science principles related to beach and inlet management activities.
• Ability to evaluate and interpret scientific or technical data.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing in a tactful and courteous manner.
• Ability to travel to conduct field investigations and collect technical data.
• Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments.
• Ability to get along and work well with fellow employees and the public.

Minimum Qualifications:

• At least six years of verifiable related experience. Post-secondary degrees from an accredited college or university with a major in coastal engineering, coastal geology, geology or environmental science with coastal track course concentration, or related coastal studies may be used as an alternative for the required six years of experience on a year-for-year basis.
• Ability to successfully complete a background and fingerprint check.
• A valid driver license.
• Ability to travel

Position of Special Trust:
The incumbent of this position, in accordance with sections and 435.04, Florida Statutes and DEP Directive 422, Background Investigations, is required to successfully complete a background and fingerprint check.
Pay :
$53,580.60
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 advance Florida's position as a world leader in protecting natural resources while growing the state's 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, Florida's 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 Florida's 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:
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
• Tuition waivers;
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• And more!

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DEP is committed to successfully recruiting and onboarding talented and skilled individuals into its workforce. We recognize the extensive training, experience, and transferable 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 for answers to questions through the following email addresses:

An individual with a disability is qualified if he or she satisfies the skills, experience, and other job-related requirements for a position and can perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must contact the DEP Human Resources (HR) Office at . DEP requests applicants notify HR in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
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 ( ). 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 , 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.
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