Environmental Specialist I/Ii Or Senior

At Orange County Government, we are proud to serve the public with integrity, honesty, fairness, and professionalism. We develop innovative policies and services that impact Central Florida and shape the future of our community.

The Orange County Environmental Protection Division is seeking a qualified candidate to fill the position of Environmental Specialist I (ES I), Environmental Specialist II (ESII) or SeniorEnvironmental Specialist (SES) in the Environmental Permitting, Compliance, and Enforcement Program. This position will provide assistance to the Environmental Permitting, Compliance, and Enforcement Program, and complete technical reviews of private and commercial development projects, to include sufficiency reviews of applications, site inspections, and review the analysis of proposed impacts and mitigation, to determine if projects meet County environmental regulations.

Work is characterized by considerable independence and responsibility to exercise initiative, and carry all assignments through to completion.

• Conduct site inspections to verify wetland delineations are accurate and consistent with the wetland delineation methodology set forth in Chapter 62-340, F.A.C.

• Evaluate compensatory mitigation utilizing Chapter 62-345, F.A.C.

• Review of various types of construction plans including mass grading, lot splits, fence permits, petitions to vacate, tree harvest authorizations and others as necessary.

• Review and evaluate various types of permit applications including wetland determinations, wetland impacts, shoreline vegetation removal, boat docks, boat ramps, shoreline alteration/dredge and fill, and other permit applications for compliance with County environmental regulations.

• Conduct comprehensive site inspections of sites reported for non-compliance and communicate effective resolution strategies with permit holders.

• Conduct enforcement activities and communicate resolution strategies with property owners/violators.

• Assist in the preparation of cases for formal enforcement to the Code Enforcement Special Magistrate.

• Participate in studies, surveys and specialized research.

• Attend public meetings, make presentations and provide public assistance as needed.

• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Must Possess and maintain a valid State of Flroida Driver's License.

Must be able to perform job related tasks, which would include but not be limited to climbing, walking over uneven ground, lifting up to 50 pounds, exposure to dust and fumes, and occasional exposure to adverse weather.

Environmental Specialist I

An Associate's degree from an accredited institution, or the equivalent of two years of full-time undergraduate study. In Lieu of the degree requirements, additional relevant experience may be substituted on a year for year basis.

Environmental Specialist II

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university and one-year environmental experience. In Lieu of the degree requirements, additional relevant experience may be substituted on a year for year basis.

Senior Environmental Specialist

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor's degree and three years of environmental experience. In Lieu of the degree requirements, additional relevant experience may be substituted on a year for year basis.

The Senior Environmental Specialist position is eligible for a $1,000 Sign-On Incentive. To learn more about our Sign-On Incentive Program visit our website at: http://www.ocfl.net/careers/#incentives

• Proficiency with ARCGIS software

• Experience with or the ability to learn (within six-months of hire) the County's Land Development Management System (LDMS) software

• Experience with central Florida flora and fauna

• Ability to determine hydric soils.

Resumes are not accepted in place of a completed online application. It is the responsibility of the applicant to provide the detailed and relevant work experience, which would qualify them for the position.

Please enter all periods of employment, including your current position, duties, hours worked and educational background. Failure to provide complete information will result in your application being disqualified.

The selected applicant will be required to submit to a pre-employment physical, drug test, and a background screening process prior to the start of employment.

To learn more about the benefits offered by the County and to access a copy of the benefits handbook, we encourage you to explore the new hire benefits webpage, please take some time to review the Orientation Videos on the new hire hub as they provide valuable information about the generous benefits that the County has to offer.

Posting Date: 3/27/2024

Closing Date: 4/10/2024

(Posting is subject to close without prior notice)

Environmental Specialist I

$21.85 - $34.96 / Hourly

Environmental Specialist II

$23.56 - $37.69 / Hourly

Senior Environmental Specialist

$27.37 - $43.79 / Hourly

The Senior Environmental Specialist position is eligible for a $1,000 Sign-On Incentive. To learn more about our Sign-On Incentive Program visit our website at: http://www.ocfl.net/careers/#incentives

3165 McCrory Place

Orlando Florida 32803

If you are claiming Veterans' Preference, you are responsible for providing the required eligibility documentation by the close date of the posting. Please submit a cover letter and copies of documents, not originals, to Orange County Human Resources Division, PO Box 1393, Orlando, FL 32801-1393 or fax to (407) 836-0098 (only Veterans' Preference documentation will be accepted by fax). Your cover letter should include the position posting number you are applying for, the title of the position and the last 4 digits of your social security number.

If your education was obtained in the United States, the County recognizes degrees or diplomas which are accredited by an agency recognized by the United States Department of Education (USDE) or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). If you have obtained education from a country other than the United States, your degree or diploma must be evaluated to determine the United States equivalency by a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Service (NACES) or the Association of International Credentials Evaluations (AICE) at your expense.