shrug-l: Vacancy Announcement: OPS ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST III - 37950257- Div of Env Asmnt & Restoration 1 (Readvertisement)

Thu May 12 10:48:59 EDT 2022

Closes 5/20
OPS ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST III - 37950257- Div of Env Asmnt & Restoration 1
Date:  May 6, 2022
Location:
TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32399

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Requisition No: 634840
Agency: Environmental Protection
Working Title: OPS ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST III - 37950257- Div of Env Asmnt & Restoration 1
Position Number: 37950257
Salary:  $19.69 to $20.69 per hour (commensurate with experience)
Posting Closing Date: 05/20/2022
OPS Environmental Specialist III

State of Florida
Department of Environmental Protection

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 create strong community partnerships, safeguard Florida's natural resources and enhance its ecosystem.

The Work You Will Do:
The OPS Environmental Specialist III , position (37950257) is in the Division of Environmental Assessment and Restoration's Watershed Services Program (WSP) in Tallahassee and will be responsible for editing and maintaining the geometry and attributes of the National Hydrography Dataset. Position will also accomplish other GIS tasks as needed.

Your Specific Responsibilities:
As a GIS analyst providing technical support to maintenance of the National Hydrography Dataset (NHD) and the mission of the Division of Environmental Assessment and Restoration (DEAR), this employee establishes and maintains effective working relationships with division staff and external agencies. Edits and maintains the Florida NHD per USGS guidelines. When necessary, inspects, converts and edits existing geospatial data to assure compliance with NHD, Departmental or program GIS quality control standards; applies existing or develops new analytical methods when appropriate and follows accepted cartographic conventions and data management procedures to produce maps or map products.

Creates, collects, inspects, converts, analyzes and edits geospatial data from a wide variety of sources both internal and external to FDEP to assure compliance with Departmental or program GIS quality control standards and its accuracy. Performs data creation and data integration; applies existing or develops new analytical methods when appropriate to support programs that need to develop spatial information for project areas. Supports the development of spatial analysis for the program's project; produces as needed paper maps, on-line maps or images; distributes coverages; creates models and applications to standardize and optimize processing tasks. Develops mechanisms to distribute analytical results to stakeholders.  Performs other duties as required.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  1.  Knowledge of the terminology, principles and analytical techniques of the physical or natural sciences.
  2.  Proficient in geographic data collection and analysis principles and procedures.
  3.  Proficient in collecting evaluating, analyzing and interpreting scientific and geospatial data.
  4.  Proficient in using ESRI's ArcMap or ArcGIS Pro.
  5.  Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
  6.  Skill in dealing with the public and coworkers in a tactful and courteous manner.
  7.  Excellent customer service skills.
  8.  Proficient in using Microsoft Excel.
  9.  Proficient in problem solving and troubleshooting.
  10. Proficiency working independently and as member of a team.
  11. Experience with planning, organizing and coordinating and completing GIS projects.
  12. Experience staying current with technology and trends in the GIS field.
  13. Proficient in organizing and documenting project methodologies and editing metadata.
  14. Possess excellent communication skills.
  15. Experience establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with others.

Preferred Qualifications:
      16. Skill in using ESRI's Model Builder and using ESRI's Web Mapping Applications.
      17. Proficient in programming Python.
      18. Experience using the National Hydrography Dataset (NHD) database model.

Minimum Qualifications:

  *   Bachelor's Degree in the Physical, Natural or Computer Sciences or related field of study or equivalent experience.
  *   Proficient in using ESRI's ArcMap or ArcGIS Pro

Pay:  $19.69 to $20.69 per hour (commensurate with experience)

Contact Information:
Janis Morrow, Environmental Administrator
850-245-8543
Janis.Morrow at FloridaDEP.gov<mailto:Janis.Morrow at FloridaDEP.gov>

The Difference You Will Make:
Water and natural resources are the foundation of Florida's communities, economy, and way of life. The Division of Environmental Assessment and Restoration (DEAR) is charged with protecting, maintaining, and improving the quality of Florida's springs, rivers, lakes, estuaries, and coastal waters.  DEAR team members provide the department and other resource agencies with the highest quality laboratory services available; provide technical support to the department and the public regarding water quality analysis and data quality assurance (QA); manage water quality data repositories for data storage and use by the department, other agencies and the public; and work together to monitor and assess Florida's surface water and groundwater quality, develop strategies to reduce pollution, and work closely with local stakeholders to implement comprehensive restoration strategies that improve the lives of all Floridians and preserve aquatic resources for generations to come.

How You Will Grow:
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 work location of this position is in Tallahassee (Leon County), Florida. The city hosts the Capital of Florida and seat of state government. The city is home to numerous parks offering outdoor activities, league sports and natural trails for running, hiking and biking. Tallahassee is located just 22 miles from the Gulf of Mexico, which is home to some of the world's top beaches. Florida State University, Florida A&M University, Tallahassee Community College and several smaller colleges in the region offer a hub for academic research, athletics, art, music and other student activities.

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:
Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State's benefits package for eligible OPS employees include:

  *   Participation in state group insurance (must meet eligibility requirements).  For more details consult with People First at 877-562-7287 or here:
 https://www.mybenefits.myflorida.com/health/eligibility_and_enrollment/ops_employees<http://www.myflorida.com/mybenefits/Health/Who_Is_Eligible.htm>

  *   State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan (tax deferred Retirement Savings Plan) For more details consult here: https://myfloridacfo.com/Division/Treasury

DEP is committed to successfully recruiting and onboarding talented and skilled individuals into its workforce. We recognize the extensive training, experience, and transferrable 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 at dep.state.fl.us<mailto:HR_VeteransPreference at dep.state.fl.us>
HR_ER at dep.state.fl.us<mailto:HR_ER at dep.state.fl.us>
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.

Nearest Major Market: Tallahassee
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