Job Description

Requisition No: 869702

Agency: Environmental Protection

Working Title: PLANNER I - 37020035

Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 37020035

Salary: Annual Salary Range: $34,760.00 - $42,500.16 (commensurate with experience)

Posting Closing Date: 02/26/2026

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PLANNER I – 37020035

State of Florida

Department of Environmental Protection

This position is located in Tallahassee, FL

and Responsibilities:

This Planner I position performs work under the direction of the Environmental Administrator for the Division of Waste Management, Recycling & Registration Programs located in Tallahassee, Florida. This position requires a self-motivated individual who can perform multiple duties and independent decision-making responsibility for the registration activities in the Waste Registration Section, including pollutant and hazardous substance tank facilities, waste tire facilities, hazardous waste generators and dry-cleaning wholesale and retail facilities. It requires a high degree of accuracy of decision-making and recording data into database management systems.

• Implement and maintain systems for registrations/authorizations for multiple regulatory programs. This includes evaluation of registration applications, fee collection, compilation of annual reports, and maintenance of database systems. Ensure that data provided to the agency's information systems meets standards for completeness and accuracy. Assist with ESSA development and maintenance for the waste registration programs.
• Will conduct organizational studies and evaluations on office procedures providing technical assistance and developing procedures to assist the program to operate more efficiently and effectively.
• Provides technical support to public, district, local programs and internal staff on waste tire program related issues. Assist with waste tire rule interpretation and development. Attend and participate in meetings as needed. Problem solve with internal staff and assist in the decision-making process for waste tire programs.
• Assists the Administrator for the Waste Reduction (Recycling) section in initiating, planning, executing and monitoring progress of waste tire recycling efforts around the state.
• Provides direct customer support to regulated customers and in-house staff regarding waste registrations submitted via portal applications and via paper documents. Maintains process flow control through the Program’s document workflow management system. Ensures all pertinent data is captured regarding the processing and disposition of authorization requests and responses. Ensure documents are processed through the system and responses made to customers in a timely manner.
• Manages document flow through the DWM Electronic Document Management System (Oculus) by verifying prompt and proper indexing of incoming paper documents into their prospective workflows.
• Performs related work and special projects as needed.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Skilled in developing and/or managing projects.
• Skilled in usage of personal computer software (Microsoft Office)
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work with other agencies, public officials, private organizations, and the general public in a tactful and courteous manner.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to organize and complete work assignments under pressure and work independently.
• Ability to understand, and apply applicable rules, policies and technical data.
• Ability to work independently without close supervision.
• Ability to travel, including overnight trips, and maintain a valid driver’s license
• Ability to collect, enter, retrieve, analyze data and maintain database systems.
• Ability to maintain current, accurate and complete fiscal and program records.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Valid Driver License.
• At least two years of verifiable related experience. Post-secondary degrees may be used as an alternative for the required years of experience on a year-for-year basis. A credential evaluation report from an approved agency must be submitted along with all foreign degrees.

Position of Special Trust Requirement:

This position is designated as a Position of Special Trust in accordance with DEP Directive 422, Positions of Special Trust or Responsibility. Successful completion of background screening will be required for this position.

Pay:

Annual Salary Range: $34,760.00 - $42,500.16 (commensurate with experience)

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 www.myfrs.com);
• Tuition waivers;
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• And more!

For a complete list of benefits, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com

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

HR_Recruitment@FloridaDEP.gov

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.

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 (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.

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.