Environmental Consultant - 37021121

Requisition No : 861289

Agency : Environmental Protection

Working Title : ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTANT - 37021121

Pay Plan : Career Service

Position Number : 37021121

Salary : $67,000-68,340 commensurate with experience

Posting Closing Date : 09 / 30 / 2025

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Environmental Consultant (37021121)

State of Florida

Department of Environmental Protection

This position is located in Pensacola, FL

Position Overview and Responsibilities

The Environmental Consultant for the Onsite Sewage Program (OSP) plays a crucial role at the Florida Department of Environmental Protection by overseeing the inspection and regulation of septic systems in their service hub. This position ensures that new constructions, repairs, and modifications of septic systems comply with state environmental standards, thereby safeguarding public health and the environment.

This position is located within the Onsite Sewage Program, a vital component of the Florida Department of Environmental Protection's efforts to manage and protect the state's water resources.

Primary Responsibilities

• Provide strategic support to the Environmental Supervisor by identifying opportunities for process improvements in field operations, permitting, and compliance assistance, contributing to the development of efficient workflows and enhanced service delivery.
• Lead initiatives aimed at fostering a collaborative, high-performing team culture by mentoring field staff, facilitating training on technical and regulatory updates, and ensuring consistent application of best practices.
• Act as a liaison between the field staff, Environmental Supervisor, and external stakeholders, ensuring clear communication of program goals, priorities, and regulatory expectations to support compliance and strengthen stakeholder relationships.
• Contribute to long-term program planning by analyzing trends in complaints, permitting issues, and compliance challenges, providing strategic recommendations to the Environmental Supervisor and leadership to address emerging environmental or regulatory concerns.
• Assist the Environmental Supervisor in managing field staff by providing guidance and oversight of permitting and compliance activities to ensure adherence to laws and regulations.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Minimum Qualifications

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.

Applicable Job-Specific License or Certifications

Environmental Health Professional Certification in Onsite Sewage Systems, or be a Registered Sanitarian, or the equivalent under s.381.0101, Florida Statutes, within 6 months of employment.

Pay

$67,000 - $68,340 / annually (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

The Northwest Service Area is located along the Gulf Coast. We proudly serve 16 counties in the Florida panhandle including Bay, Calhoun, Escambia, Franklin, Gadsden, Gulf, Holmes, Jackson, Jefferson, Leon, Liberty, Okaloosa, Santa Rosa, Wakulla, Walton and Washington. This position is available in Pensacola; located downtown at 160 W. Government St. Pensacola, FL., 32502.

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 :

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.

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