OPS ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST I - 37979160
State of FloridaFlorida, United States
Posted March 20, 2026
34000 - 39000 USD
Full Time
About the Company
The Florida Department of Environmental Protection is the state’s lead agency for environmental management and stewardship - protecting our air, water, and land.
Job Description
The OPS Environmental Specialist I will support management and monitoring activities for two Deepwater Horizon Natural Resource Damage Assessment (NRDA) projects and assist in the management of four Aquatic Preserves in the Florida Panhandle. This position will require technical support, data management, and public outreach. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of marine ecology, coastal processes, and resource management practices.
Requirements
- A valid driver's license
- Open water SCUBA certification or higher awarded by a nationally or internationally recognized SCUBA diving institution
- At least four years of verifiable related experience in environmental or natural sciences
- A post-secondary degree from an accredited college or university with a major in one of the biological or environmental sciences
- The ability to swim, snorkel, and SCUBA safely, sometimes in conditions with low visibility and strong currents
Benefits
- Participation in state group insurance
- State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan
- Flexible Spending Accounts