OPS ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST I - 37936047

Position Overview and Responsibilities: The Southwest District is hiring multiple OPS positions. All OPS positions contribute to overall district operations and may participate in cross‑training to support multiple program areas as needed. - Multiple positions will primarily support Regulatory Programs, assisting with permitting, compliance documentation, and electronic records management. - One position will primarily support Business Program functions, providing administrative and operational assistance to district programs. Regulatory Support - Assists with preparation and completion of incoming permitting-related documents for database entry and electronic document management system insertion. - Assists with processing outgoing compliance or permitting-related documents.

Handles database entry and electronic document management system insertion where required. - Assists in the document insertion of compliance or permitting-related correspondence documents into electronic document management system. - Assists in preparing hard-copy documents for outgoing mailing. - Provides compliance/technical assistance as needed and/or Regulatory assistance to permittee, Company representatives, other department programs, delegated local programs, other interested parties and ES-I staff. - Drafts basic permitting, compliance and enforcement documents. - Attends and participates in cross-training activities. - Performs other related work as assigned. Business Program Support - Provides primary reception area coverage by answering, screening and routing incoming telephone calls. - Assists with district’s fleet vehicles by scheduling and delivering vehicles for routine service and cleaning. Conduct monthly vehicle safety inspections. - Assists with special projects. - Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: - Knowledge of the technique for handling telephone calls in a courteous and tactful manner. - Skilled in the use of computers. - Ability to work independently. - Ability to organize, plan and coordinate work assignments. - Ability to communicate effectively and professionally, both verbally and in writing. - Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. - Ability to interact with customers in a tactful and courteous manner. - Ability to organize files and other records. - Ability to operate general office equipment. - Ability to type letters, permits, memoranda and other standard business forms in correct format. - Ability to use correct spelling, punctuation, and grammar. - Ability to proofread completed documents and make necessary corrections. - Ability to perform basic arithmetical calculations. - Ability to maintain a valid driver’s license. Minimum Qualifications: - High school diploma or GED equivalent - Maintain a valid Driver License Additional reviews may be performed to screen for preferred qualifications, experience and education. You may be contacted to participate in an additional selection process which may consist of written exercises, work samples, skills tests, and interviews.

Support of knowledge, skills, and abilities should be demonstrated on the application, in the education, in the work experience, in the work sample, in the interview and/or during reference checks. 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: The Southwest District Office is located in Temple Terrace, a small city just outside of Tampa.

Tampa is close to the Gulf Coast with beautiful white sand beaches. It is considered a major business center while also known for its museums and cultural offerings. Places such as the Busch Gardens Theme Park, historic Ybor City with its many restaurants and nightlife, the world’s longest continuous sidewalk along Bayshore Blvd., and a sports enthusiast haven are just some of the many activities people can enjoy in the area.

There is also no state income tax for residents of Florida. The Southwest District covers 8 counties (Hillsborough, Pinellas, Manatee, Polk, Pasco, Hernando, Citrus, and Hardee).