Requisition No: 877073
Agency: Environmental Protection
Working Title: OPS ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST III - 37950296
Pay Plan: Temp
Position Number: 37950296
Salary: $25 per hour
Posting Closing Date: 06/24/2026
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OPS ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST III
State of Florida
Department of Environmental Protection
This position is located in Tallahassee, FL
and Responsibilities:
OPS ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST III (37950296)
CLEAN WATER STATE REVOLVING FUND PROGRAM
DIVISION OF WATER RESTORATION ASSISTANCE
This environmental position involves project management work and providing support for the Clean Water State Revolving Fund project managers to assure compliance with Title VI of the Clean Water Act, Section 1452 of the Safe Drinking Water Act, Chapter 403.1835, F.S., Chapter 403.8532 F.S., and the Small Community Wastewater Grants program authorized under Chapter
403.1835 F.S. This is advanced-level work where the employee performs and is responsible for the completion of clean water project management tasks under limited supervision. The work requires applying scientific understanding to analyze problems of a specialized nature in a wide range of applications. The incumbent will be required to work 40-hour work weeks, Monday through Friday, and be present for work between the core hours of 9AM – 3PM on site at your workstation.
Reviews and/or assists in the review of planning documents for the State Revolving Fund program, including capital finance plans, public participation documentation, and user charges for and prepares and publishes environmental information documents in compliance with Chapters 62-503, 62-505, and 62-552, F.A.C. Reviews and/or assists in the review of plans and specifications and their conformity with facilities planning documentation. This review includes conformity of bidding information with plans and specifications. Manages and/or assists in the management of the construction phase of the projects. Responsibilities include reviews of disbursement
requests, reviews of change orders, and ensuring that interim and final construction inspections
are conducted in accordance with the accepted plans and specifications. Assists field inspectors with document filing and tracking related to compliance with federal requirements for construction projects, including Buy American Building America (BABA), American Iron & Steel (AIS), and the Davis Bacon Act. Reviews and/or assists in the review of asset management plans. Coordinates with consulting engineers, local, state, and federal agencies, and citizens on specific Clean Water State Revolving Fund (CWSRF) projects and regarding compliance with CWSRF rules and requirements. Interprets Florida Administrative Code, Florida Statutes, Code of Federal Regulations, and other state and federal laws and rules related to the State Revolving Fund (SRF).
Assist with the Clean Watershed Needs Survey.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of:
Skill in:
Ability to:
Minimum Qualifications:
Applicable Job-Specific License or Certifications
Preferred Qualifications:
Pay:
$25.00 per hour
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:
Division of Water Restoration Assistance
Douglas Building
3900 Commonwealth Boulevard
Tallahassee, FL 32399
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 benefits package for eligible OPS employees includes:
For a more benefits information, visitwww.mybenefits.myflorida.com
*Seasonal and part-time OPS employees (less than 30 hours average per week) refer to the links above for detailed eligibility requirements.
Special Notes:
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 answers to questions through the following email addresses:
HR_VeteransPreference@dep.state.fl.us
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 (850) 245-2511. DEP requests applicants notify HR in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
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.
Join Florida’s talented workforce to fulfill your professional goals and achieve a meaningful career. Our talented public servants work hard to serve more than 19 million residents across Florida, and you, too, can realize success in the Sunshine State.
Working in Florida’s state government means being responsive to the issues impacting the taxpayers of our state. Florida’s state government boasts both fast-paced work environments in which critical thinking and creative problem-solving are a must as well as steady employment opportunities that prize consistent service to our state’s residents. In some positions, state employment means being able to influence policy decisions and help implement change. In others, state employment means being the reliable resource that our taxpayers have come to expect from Florida’s public servants. All positions offer the ability to gain valuable experience quickly, improving your overall skillset. The State of Florida is seeking individuals with leadership skills, creativity and dedication to their fellow Floridians and individuals who recognize the professional development opportunities and achievements possible through state service.
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