ENGINEERING SPECIALIST I

Position Overview

ENGINEERING SPECIALIST I is an entry level Environmental Engineering I position with the Department of Environmental Protection – Environmental Protection agency. This role supports the Southeast District’s mission, goals, and values by applying instructions to accomplish diverse job functions while demonstrating strong organizational and time management skills. Location: West Palm Beach, FL. Salary: $49,931.04.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct engineering compliance and technical assistance site visits, providing outreach and partnering with industry and regulated facilities to enhance compliance rates.
• Develop, lead, and assist in internal training, consulting, and organizational improvement initiatives, including the creation and refinement of training materials.
• Perform engineering inspections, field work, and document preparation to assess compliance, and recommend enforcement actions when necessary.
• Review permit applications and technical documents, ensuring that all regulations and sound engineering practices are followed while communicating permit decisions.
• Provide technical assistance to applicants, utilities, and engineers regarding department rules, guidelines, and policies.
• Perform additional duties as required, including data management, meeting coordination, and streamlining office procedures.

Required Qualifications

• Knowledge of the terminology, principles, and analytical techniques of the physical or natural sciences.
• Ability to determine work priorities and ensure proper completion of assignments.
• Ability to understand and apply applicable regulations, policies, and procedures related to environmental programs.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, demonstrating tact and courtesy.
• Ability to evaluate, analyze, and interpret scientific and technical data.
• Capability to work independently and conduct physical field inspections or investigations.
• Proficiency in computer operations, data management, and document processing.
• Experience Required: At least four (4) years of verifiable related experience in a regulatory, engineering work field or a closely related professional area. Post-secondary degrees may be used as an alternative to experience on a year-for-year basis.
• Valid Driver License and the ability to travel, including overnight if required.

Benefits & Perks

• Benefits: Annual and Sick Leave benefits.
• Benefits: Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year.
• Benefits: State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and supplemental plans.
• Benefits: Retirement plan options with employer contributions.
• Benefits: Tuition waivers.
• Benefits: Total Compensation Estimator Tool.
• Benefits: And more! For a complete list of benefits, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com.