Environmental Specialist Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/jacksonvillefl/jobs/newprint/4527419) Apply  Environmental Specialist Salary $45,714.29 Annually Location Jacksonville, FL Job Type Civil Service Job Number 2024-06034 Department NEIGHBORHOODS Opening Date 10/03/2024 Closing Date 10/17/2024 11:59 PM Eastern + Description + Benefits + Questions Job Description Are you looking for a position with a work/life balance? Do you want to earn four weeks off during your first year of employment? Do you want low and no cost health insurance options? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you need to complete your application now. Work for the city you love!!! The Environmental Quality Division is actively seeking an Environmental Specialist. Did you know as a City of Jacksonville employee, you would also have 12 paid holidays and a personal leave day as well? In addition to health insurance, dental, vision, life insurance and flexible spending plans are also available. City of Jacksonville employees are also eligible for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness after 10 years of public service and on-time payments. This is professional work in conducting field tests, sampling, and investigations to assess the natural environment and to determine sources of and methods for controlling pollutants in air, water, and soil. The work requires knowledge of environmental assessment and pollution control theories, principles, practices usually gained through degree granting schools, or an equivalent level of practical knowledge gained through experience . Provides technical guidance and may schedule, assign, train, and review the work of others. Contacts require skills in understanding and influencing others which are important in resolving complaints, enforcing regulations, and resolving related problems including skills of persuasiveness, assertiveness, and sensitivity to others point of view that are required to influence behavior, change an opinion, or turn a situation around . The administrative work is standardized in that tasks are covered by substantially diversified procedures and specialized standards, and because of the changing priorities, or different situations, incumbents have the latitude to consider which of the many procedures or standards should be followed and in what sequence. The work involving differing situations requiring use of judgment in search for solutions or new applications within ones' known experiences . The work is performed in a somewhat uncontrolled environment where there are some risks and hazards, but they are generally known, predictable and mostly controllable. Operates a motor vehicle and other standard office equipment including personal computers, field sampling and testing equipment. The physical demands are moderate and include walking and climbing to conduct field work and lifting or moving objects weighing up to 25 pounds. The work is performed under limited supervision where the work assignments are subject to established procedures, practices, precedents, methods, techniques, standards, and, or well-defined policies, and the worker plans and organizes the work, determines their own priorities, and the work is reviewed, usually after the fact, in terms of quality, volume, timeliness, and for adherence to established methods. standards, and policies. Examples of Work + Conducts field tests, sampling and investigations to assess the natural environment and to determine sources of and methods for controlling pollutants in air, water and soil. + Reviews field inspection reports and assigns and monitors follow-up corrective and enforcement actions and plans. + Investigates complaints concerning suspected violations of environmental laws, rules and regulations. + Coordinates and participates in enforcement actions with external agencies. + Drafts, prepares and reviews reports, correspondence and other documents concerning complaints and enforcement activities. + Consults with management, other governmental agencies and industry representatives on environmental matters. + Develops data processing applications involving databases and spreadsheets to compile, inventory, and manage field testing, sampling and investigations data. + Orders field equipment and supplies used in conducting field sampling, testing and investigations. + Provides technical guidance and may schedule, assign, train and oversee review the work of others. + Operates standard office equipment including personal computer using word, spreadsheet, database and related software and field sampling and testing equipment. + Operates a motor vehicle. + Demonstrates proficiency in the City of Jacksonville's competencies. + Performs related work as required. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities + Knowledge of environmental assessment and pollution control theories, principles, and practices. + Knowledge of field testing, sampling and investigation techniques and procedures. + Knowledge of federal, state, and local environmental laws, rules, and regulations. + Ability to provide technical guidance and schedule, assign, monitor, and review the work of others. + Ability to conduct field tests, sampling, and investigations. + Ability to prepare technical reports. + Ability to develop and use data processing applications involving databases and spreadsheets. + Ability to read, understand, interpret, and apply laws, rules, regulations, and technical manuals. + Ability to operate standard office equipment including personal computer using word, spreadsheet, database and related software and field sampling and testing equipment. + Ability to a operate motor vehicle. + Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Open Requirements/Supplemental Information + Five years of education and/or experience in environmental, physical, or biological sciences; engineering; or a related field. + At least one year of experience in pollution control or assessment of the natural environment. + Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution is preferred. LICENSING/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION: + Depending on assignment, OSHA 40 Hour Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) certification may be required and must be maintained. + A valid driver's license is required prior to appointment and must be maintained during employment in this class. + Must qualify for prior to appointment, obtain and maintain during employment in this class a City of Jacksonville Public Driver Certification. OTHER REQUIREMENTS: + The probationary period for this class is six months. + Depending upon assignment, may be required to obtain specialized certifications. + Depending on assignment, this classification performs safety-sensitive functions and is subject to pre-employment, random and other drug/alcohol testing programs as set forth in the City of Jacksonville's Drug Free Workplace Policy (0401). + If assignment to Emergency Response Operations must have successful completion of sixteen (16) semester hours of college level chemistry (or the equivalent quarter hours). A FULLY COMPLETED ONLINE APPLICATION IS REQUIRED. Apply at www.jacksonville.gov. Work history is required for all employment/volunteer work in which qualifications are being based. When meeting/basing qualifications on education, a copy of your college transcript, with your social blacked out, is required with your application. Transcripts do not need to be official, but must state your name, the school’s name, classes taken, grades received, type of degree, and date degree was conferred. The application system works best with Google Chrome or Edge with Chromium web browsers. Please try to apply using one of these browsers. To ensure you receive email notifications, be sure to make “info@governmentjobs.com” a trusted sender. You may also track the status of your application and see notifications by logging into your account. Certain servicemembers and veterans, and the spouses and the family members of such service members and veterans, receive preference and priority, and certain servicemembers may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements, in employment and are encouraged to apply for positions being filled. If claiming veteran's preference, you must attach a DD-214 (Member Form-4 copy) or military discharge papers, or equivalent certification from the Department of Veterans Affairs listing military status, dates of service and character of discharge. You must also attach the Veterans Preference Certification Form and if applicable, the additional forms as noted here: http://www.coj.net/departments/employee-services/veterans-preference If a candidate believes he or she was not afforded veteran’s preference, he or she may file a written complaint, within 60 calendar days upon receipt of notification of the hiring decision, requesting an investigation to: Florida Department of Veterans Affairs Attention: Veterans’ Preference Coordinator 11351 Ulmerton Road, Suite 311-K Largo, FL 33778-1630 Email: VeteransPreference@fdva.state.fl.us The City of Jacksonville provides a wide array of benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Our comprehensive benefit programs include medical, dental and vision plans; life insurance coverage for you and your dependents; flexible spending plans for medical reimbursement, dependent care, parking, and transit expenses; an employee assistance program for you and your dependents; a 457(b) tax-deferred compensation plan to supplement your retirement, and a ROTH IRA plan. We also provide an extensive wellness program that includes a health intervention program if qualified, lunch and learns, health fairs, and discounted gym memberships. Please visit the Employee Benefits website for details on all the plans we offer. www.coj.net/benefits 01 Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the application screening and selection process. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Copying and pasting your resume or stating "see resume" does NOT fulfill the requirements of the question. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully and certify that your responses can be verified from information included within the application? + Yes + No 02 Are you authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship from the City of Jacksonville either now or in the future? + Yes + No 03 The budgeted annual salary for this position is $45,714.29. This is not negotiable. If selected, would you be willing to accept this position at this salary? (Civil Service positions have a 5% increase after successfully completing probation.) + Yes + No 04 Part-Time and volunteer work experience may be considered if an applicant has worked/volunteered 20 hours per week or more. The complete work history, including number of hours worked per week, must be included in your application if you would like this experience to be considered. + I have read the above statement and understand what is required. 05 Do you have a bachelors' degree or higher from an accredited college or university? If yes, you MUST attach your college transcript to your application. + Yes + No 06 If you have a degree, indicate which degree you have and include any major/minor. If basing qualifications on education, a copy of your college transcript is required with your application. 07 Do you have five years of education and/or experience in environmental, physical, or biological sciences; engineering; or a related field? + Yes + No 08 Provide a detailed description (at least 3-4 complete sentences) of your experience. 09 Indicate the organization(s) you worked for where you gained this experience. 10 Do you have at least one year of experience in pollution control or assessment of the natural environment? + Yes + No 11 Provide a detailed description (at least 3-4 complete sentences) of your experience. 12 Indicate the organization(s) you worked for where you gained this experience. 13 Do you have a valid motor vehicle operator license that is not under suspension/revocation or restricted under any pending or current citations/court proceedings? Please indicate which license you possess. + FL Class A Commercial Driver License (CDL) + FL Class B Commercial Driver License (CDL) + FL Class C Commercial Driver License (CDL) + FL Class E Driver License + GA Standard Driver's License + GA Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) + GA Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) + GA Class C Commercial Driver's License (CDL) + License from another State. + Learner Permit + My license is currently invalid. + I do not possess any type of Driver's License. 14 If you have a State of FL license, does your license currently have one or more of these restrictions? + C or 1 - Business Purpose Only + D or H - Employment Purposes + P or 2 – Probation Interlock Device + S or I – Other Restriction + Two or more of these restrictions. + I have an out of state license. + None of the above. 15 Have you been cited for more than three (3) moving violations, or two (2) at fault accidents within the past 12 months from current date? + Yes + No 16 Have you been convicted of Driving-Under-the-Influence (DUI) in any state during the last 36 months from current date? + Yes + No 17 Have you been considered a "Habitual Traffic Offender" (HTO) within the past 12 months from current date? + Yes + No 18 I consent to the City of Jacksonville using the driver's license information I have provided to access a driver's license report from the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles. I understand if one was accessed with relation to this application, a copy will be provided to me upon request. + Yes, the City of Jacksonville has my consent to check my driver's license. + No, I do not wish to give consent to the City of Jacksonville to check my driver's license. 19 Provide your full Driver's License or Identification number. If a correct number is not provided, your application will be considered incomplete and may result in disqualification from the selection process. 20 Depending on assignment, OSHA 40 Hour Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) certification may be required and must be maintained. + I have read the above statement and understand what is required. 21 If assignment to Emergency Response Operations must have successful completion of sixteen (16) semester hours of college level chemistry (or the equivalent quarter hours). + I have read the above statement and understand what may be required. 22 Do you understand, depending on assignment, this classification may perform safety-sensitive functions and may be subject to pre-employment, random and other drug/alcohol testing programs as set forth in the City of Jacksonville's Drug Free Workplace Policy (0401)? + Yes, I have read and understand the statement above. + No 23 If you are requesting veterans preference, you MUST download the appropriate state of Florida form (even if you don't live in Florida) and attach it to your application. FAILURE TO DO SO WILL DELAY YOUR VETERANS PREFERENCE STATUS. Please download the forms at http://www.coj.net/departments/employee-services/veterans-preference + Yes, I am claiming veterans preference and I understand that I MUST download the appropriate form and attach it to my application. + No, I am not claiming veterans preference and this does not apply to me. 24 If basing qualifications on education, a copy of your college transcript is required with your application. College transcripts do not need to be official, but must state your name, the name of the school, type of degree, classes taken, grades received and date degree was conferred. NOTE: A copy of your diploma does not meet this requirement. Transcripts from colleges outside of the U.S. must be converted to U.S. Standards. If required documents are not provided your application will be considered incomplete and may result in disqualification from the selection process. + I have read the above statement and understand what is required. Required Question Agency City of Jacksonville Address 117 W. Duval St. Suite 100 Jacksonville, Florida, 32202 Website http://www.coj.net/departments/employee-services.aspx Apply Please verify your email address Verify Email