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Environmental Specialist I $22.61 - $28.86
Environmental Specialist II $23.88 - $30.45
Environmental Specialist III $25.21 - $32.15
Job Description:
Performs specialized technical field and office work involving research environmental sampling and inspection and enforcement activities to ensure compliance with the Stormwater and environmental codes of the City. Work is performed under general supervision and employees are expected to exercise discretion and independent judgment in the interpretation of applicable codes and EPA regulations. Performance is reviewed through conferences reports and results obtained.
Minimum Qualifications:
Environmental Specialist I: STORMWATER - Associates Degree with major coursework in chemistry biology limnology environmental engineering or related field and six (6) months experience in environmental science preferably including field experience; or an equivalent combination of education training and experience. Florida Water and Pollution Control Operators Association Stormwater C Certificate Florida Stormwater Association Stormwater Operator Level 1 Certificate or equivalent. Florida Stormwater Erosion and Sedimentation Control Inspector Certification or equivalent and a Boating Safety Course approved by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission required within one (1) year of employment. Valid Florida Drivers License required.
Environmental Specialist II: - STORMWATER: Associates Degree with major coursework in chemistry biology limnology environmental engineering or related field and three (3) years experience in environmental science preferably including field experience; or an equivalent combination of education training and experience. Florida Water and Pollution Control Operators Association Stormwater C Certificate Florida Stormwater Association Stormwater Operator Level 1 Certificate or equivalent required within one (1) year of employment. Florida Stormwater Erosion and Sedimentation Control Operator Certification or equivalent required. Boating Safety Course approved by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission required.
Environmental Specialist III - STORMWATER: Associates Degree with major coursework in chemistry biology limnology environmental engineering or related field and six (6) years experience in environmental science preferably including field experience; or an equivalent combination of education training and experience. Florida Water and Pollution Control Operators Association Stormwater B Certificate or Florida Stormwater Association Stormwater Operator Level 2 Certificate required. Florida Stormwater Erosion and Sedimentation Control Inspector Certification or equivalent required. Boating Safety Course approved by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission required. Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) Standard Operating Procedures for Field Activities Certification through TREEO or FDEP-approved organization required. Must have passed and continue to maintain FDEPs Expert Status Certification for Lake Vegetation Index. Valid Florida Drivers License required.
Additional Qualifications for Promotion:
Promotions are not to be considered an automatic function of longevity and are subject to the review and authorization of the Supervisor. The employees last performance review must have resulted in an overall rating of Meets standards or better with no factor rating of less than meets.
STORMWATER - Additional Qualifications for Promotion:
Proficient at following all internal policies for performing inspections and follow-up enforcement activities. Capable of training new employees and delegating tasks as needed. Capable of uploading field data into Orange County Water Atlas. Successful completion of specialized projects assigned by supervisor.
Important: To be eligible to proceed forward in the application process applicants must meet the minimum qualifications listed in the position description. Please ensure your application provides details of all relevant experience related to the position. If you have questions or need clarification concerning the position or application process please contact Human Resources at or 407.246.2062.
If this posting indicates a degree is required the following experience will apply in lieu of any degree as follows:
Required Experience:
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