Environmental Specialist - City of Tallahassee (FL) : Job Details

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Tallahassee, a diverse community of nearly 200,000 residents, is the state capital and home to Florida A&M University, Florida State University, and Tallahassee State College. It is known for its national forest, freshwater lakes, and abundant parks and recreational activities. Located in the north-central portion of the state of Florida, the City is 30 minutes south of the Georgia state line and one hour north of the Gulf of Mexico.

The City, as an organization, has a devoted workforce of approximately 4,000 people who come together to ensure the needs of the community are met through municipal services. These services include Police, Fire, Utilities (electric, gas, water, wastewater, stormwater), Parks and Recreation, Aviation-Tallahassee International Airport, and general municipal services. The City's mission is to be the national leader in the delivery of public service.

The City of Tallahassee's workforce is our community's lifeblood, we offer diverse career opportunities, a positive work-life balance, competitive compensation, exceptional wellness programs, and comprehensive benefits, all of which position us to be the premier employer of choice for this area.

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Apply on or before 11:59 p.m. on Tuesday, December 10, 2024.

Department Name

Environmental Services

Job Specifications

MAJOR FUNCTION:

This is technical and professional work performing assignments related to the City's environmental permitting and regulatory activities and the water quality enhancement program. Duties include the gathering of data, performing technical computations and aiding in the preparation of regulatory reports and assessments. The duties also involve the receiving of moderately complex technical assignments. The work requires performance of field checks and assistance in studies involved with other departments as related to utility needs and environmental requirements. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Environmental Services Administrator or manager of the program to which the position is assigned and the work is evaluated through written reports, conferences, and by results obtained.

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Minimum Training & Experience

Possession of a bachelor's degree in biological, chemical, physical, or environmental science; urban planning; sustainability or environmental planning; engineering; public administration or a related field and two years of professional environmental experience that includes policy and program development, program evaluation, or environmental work with emphasis on metrics for environmental, sustainability or energy programs; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Salary Range

$24.1863 to $65.6314/hourly. Hiring rate generally will not exceed $36.4897/hour.

Additional Information

Must successfully complete a 24-hour hazardous materials training (HAZWOPER) within six (6) months of employment.

Benefits Information

The City offers comprehensive benefits packages including paid vacation, sick leave, parental, and catastrophic illness leaves; defined benefit pension; defined contribution plans; paid holidays; tuition reimbursement; as well as medical, dental, vision, life, long-term disability, pre-paid legal, critical illness, and auto insurance plans. For information about benefits offered to eligible City employees*, visit ALEX.

* OPS employees are eligible for medical insurance plans but not eligible for paid vacation, paid sick leave, or paid holidays. Temporary employees (Non-OPS) are not eligible to participate in the City's benefits programs.

How To Apply

Visit Talgov.com/Employment click on the 'Apply Today' button, then navigate to 'My Job Applications' icon, and create an account. Only online applications will be accepted for this vacancy. Remember, you must complete all sections of the application, including the education and work history section, even if this information is included on your resume.

If you have any questions regarding this position or the application process, please contact the City's Human Resources and Workforce Development Department at 850-###-####.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

The City of Tallahassee is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to promoting equity and celebrating diversity. The City of Tallahassee invites applications without regard to an individual's race, color, gender, religion, national origin, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.

Veterans' Preference:

Certain service members and veterans, and the spouses of the service members and veterans, will receive preference and priority, and certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. For information on who may be eligible for Veterans' Preference, go to or call Human Resources & Workforce Development at (850) ###-####.To claim Veterans' Preference, applicants must upload a DD-214 (and other documentation, as applicable) with their online application prior to the closing date of the job opening.

Accommodation for Persons with a Disability:

If you require an accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the City's ADA Coordinator, in the Office of Diversity & Inclusion, at 850-###-#### or at [email protected] Monday through Friday, between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m., or TDD 711, at least 48 hours, (excluding weekends and holidays), prior to the application deadline.

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