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MyFlorida ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST III - 42005535 (FOR INTERNAL AGENCY EMPLOYEES ONLY) in COCONUT CREEK, Florida
ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST III - 42005535 (FOR INTERNAL AGENCY EMPLOYEES ONLY)
Date: Jul 2, 2024
Location:
COCONUT CREEK, FL, US, 33063 LAUDERDALE LAKES, FL, US, 33813 HOLLYWOOD, FL, US, 33021 CORAL SPRINGS, FL, US, 33065 LAUDERDALE LAKES, FL, US, 33319 PLANTATION, FL, US, 33313 PEMBROKE PINES, FL, US, 33312 MARGATE, FL, US, 33063 DAVIE, FL, US, 33314 LAUDERHILL, FL, US, 33319 TAMARAC, FL, US, 33321 SUNRISE, FL, US, 33323 DEERFIELD BEACH, FL, US, 33441 COCONUT CREEK, FL, US, 33066 LAUDERDALE LAKES, FL, US, 33313 PEMBROKE PINES, FL, US, 33082 POMPANO BEACH, FL, US, 33069 FT LAUDERDALE, FL, US, 33311 HOLLYWOOD, FL, US, 33024 LAUDERDALE LAKES, FL, US, 33311 POMPANO BEACH, FL, US, 33068 POMPANO BEACH, FL, US, 33064 FT LAUDERDALE, FL, US, 33304 FORT LAUDERDALE, FL, US, 33301 POMPANO BEACH, FL, US, 33060 PEMBROKE PINES, FL, US, 33024 WESTON, FL, US, 33327 COCONUT CREEK, FL, US, 33073 WILTON MANORS, FL, US, 33305 FT LAUDERDALE, FL, US, 33314 DAVIE, FL, US, 33317 FT LAUDERDALE, FL, US, 33316 PLANTATION, FL, US, 33324 SUNRISE, FL, US, 33326 FT LAUDERDALE, FL, US, 33309 DAVIE, FL, US, 33325 DANIA BEACH, FL, US, 33004 FORT LAUDERDALE, FL, US, 33315 PEMBROKE PINES, FL, US, 33332 POMPANO BEACH, FL, US, 33073 HOLLYWOOD, FL, US, 33901 SUNRISE, FL, US, 33351 POMPANO BEACH, FL, US, 33062 PEMBROKE PINES, FL, US, 33025 HOLLYWOOD, FL, US, 33019
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Requisition No: 832524
Agency: Agriculture and Consumer Services
Working Title: ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST III - 42005535 (FOR INTERNAL AGENCY EMPLOYEES ONLY)
Pay Plan: Career Service
Position Number: 42005535
Salary: $53,000.08
Posting Closing Date: 07/05/2024
Total Compensation Estimator Tool (https://compcalculator.myflorida.com/)
ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST III
FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND CONSUMER SERVICES
DIVISION OF AGRICULTURAL ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES
*INTERNAL AGENCY OPPORTUNITY--
ONLY CURRENT EMPLOYEES OF THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF
AGRICULTURE AND CONSUMER SERVICES WILL BE CONSIDERED.*
CONTACT:
Marah Clark 850-617-7918
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
A bachelor's degree from an accredited collegeandsix (6) months of experience in environmental protection, regulation, or health; one of the physical or natural sciences; or engineering;or
One and a half (1.5) years of experience as an Environmental Specialist I or higher with the State of Florida;or
Two (2) years of experience as described above.
Possession of a valid Class E Driver License.
EDUCATIONAL NOTE: Graduates utilizing education attained in the United States to meet the minimum requirements of a position will not be appointed until verification of the applicable degree has been obtained. Foreign trained graduates utilizing a degree attained outside of the United States to meet the minimum requirements of a position must be prepared to provide a copy of a credential evaluation conducted by an Approved Credential Evaluation Agency. A list of approved agencies can be viewed at “Approved Credential Evaluation Agencies, Florida Department of Education.”Approved Credential Evaluation Agencies (fldoe.org) (https://www.fldoe.org/teaching/certification/foreign-trained-grads/approved-credential-evaluation-agencie.stml)
ATTENTION CANDIDATES
To be considered for a position with the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services:
All fields in the Candidate Profile must be completed (an attached resume is not a substitution for the information required on the candidate profile).
Work history, duties and responsibilities, hours worked, supervisor, and formal education fields, etc. must be filled out to determine qualifications for this position.
Responses to Qualifying Questions must be verifiable in the Candidate Profile.
The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services values
and supports employment of individuals with disabilities. Qualified
individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
This position has regulatory responsibilities and is subject to the provisions of s. 112.313, Florida statutes, and Section 60L-36.003, Florida Administrative Code.
Occasional travel is required.
Must reside in required county(ies) throughout employment in this position.
This position is headquartered in a home office. The headquarters are negotiable within Broward County.
NOTES:
Successful applicants must pass a background screening, including fingerprinting, as a condition of employment.
JOB DUTIES:
Plan, develop, coordinate and conduct activities to protect community health, safety, and welfare relative to invasive or emerging structural, agricultural, and natural resource pests, and other special projects. Provide training to field inspection staff related to invasive structural, agricultural, and natural resource pests, and other special projects. Assist in coordinating activities related to eradication efforts that may include local and state government and federal agencies.
Develop and maintain public information activities relative to invasive or emerging structural, agricultural, and natural resource pests, and other special projects that will provide improved consumer education and protection. Develop and maintain outreach activities for the industry and public in order to provide information on structural and property protection. Plan, coordinate and participate in the educational classes and coursework relating to the control and prevention of subterranean and exotic invasive termites at training facilities throughout Florida.
Maintain familiarity with technical aspects and developments relative to invasive or emerging structural, agricultural, or natural resource pests and other special projects.
Participate in the strategic planning process as directed. Propose tactics for accomplishment of goals related to assigned special project area. Create and maintain policies and procedures specific to program goals.
Participate in the development and periodic review of the division website to ensure that information posted on the assigned special project area is current, accurate and useful to the public and industry.
Perform all functions in support of activities related to Chapters 482 and 487, F.S., and associated rules, and in accordance with established policies and procedures.
Responsible and accountable for managing budget/dollars/resources (staff, vehicles, computers, cell phones, etc.) of any assigned programs in an efficient and accountable manner. Responsible for ensuring that assigned program areas have operational procedures and processes which result in accountability and compliance with division and department policies and procedures.
Perform other related duties as required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of conehead termite bionomics, surveillance, and control mechanisms.
Ability to plan and implement effective survey projects.
Ability to create and communicate presentations (in person or online) as indicated by the needs of the audience.
Ability to communicate effectively in writing as indicated by the needs of the audience.
Ability to work independently.
Ability to deal with the public in a tactful and courteous manner.
Ability to use a personal computer.
Ability to handle and transport 50 lb. objects and to work in extreme hot and cold temperatures.
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 visit www.myfrs.com;)
Flexible Spending Accounts;
Tuition waivers;
And more!
For a complete list of benefits, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com.
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.”
SPECIAL NOTES:
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 clickinghere (http://www.dms.myflorida.com/content/download/97612/566545) . All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.
Nearest Major Market:Fort Lauderdale
Nearest Secondary Market:Miami