• Ops Environmental Specialist I

    MyFlorida (Pensacola, FL)


    OPS ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST I - 37970898

    Date: Jul 25, 2025

     

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    Requisition No: 857057

     

    Agency: Environmental Protection

     

    Working Title: OPS ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST I - 37970898

     

    Pay Plan: Temp

     

    Position Number: 37970898

     

    Salary: $17.00 Hourly

     

    Posting Closing Date: 08/08/2025

     

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    OPS ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST 1 – FIRE TECH POSITION

     

    State of Florida

     

    Department of Environmental Protection

     

    This position is located in Pensacola, FL

    CLOSING DATE: 08/08/2025

    Position Overview and Responsibilities:

    This position will work both as a member of a team as well as independently in the field in remote locations. Candidate will work with Park Management to accomplish annual prescribed fire management goals through assisting in all aspects of prescribed fire and fire line preparation. Candidates must have the ability to effectively communicate and coordinate resource management objectives with Park Management.

     

    Incumbent will be operating equipment and vehicles, such as a type 6 engine, tractors, skid steer, tree cutters, mowers, and chainsaws. Will ensure proper and safe operation of vehicles, equipment, and tools. Cleans and services vehicles, equipment, and tools. Secures all tools, vehicles, and equipment. Completes and submits monthly vehicle logs.

     

    Performs other related duties as required including but not limited to completing administrative tasks, participating in visitor services, maintenance tasks and projects, and park protection.

     

    Participates in prescribed burning and other resource management activities.

    Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

    Knowledge of:

    + Microsoft Office programs and basic program troubleshooting

    + The principles and techniques of the skilled mechanical repair work

    + Safety procedures required in maintenance and repair work

    + Protection and monitoring of Florida’s natural and cultural resources.

    Skill in:

    + Communicating effectively verbally and in writing

    + Filling out various reports such as timesheets and vehicles logs.

    + Communicating effectively via internal emails

    + Operating heavy equipment

    + Interpreting resources and park policies to visitors

    Ability to:

    + Work rotating shifts including nights, holidays, and weekends.

    + Follow verbal and written instructions.

    + Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

    + Accurately prepare reports.

    + Read and follow a map.

    + Work in remote and isolated locations independently: perform physical labor with minimal supervision.

    + Understand and apply rules, directives, policies, laws, and regulations.

    + Identify and investigate problems for equipment and repair them onsite.

    + Operate and maintain vehicles, tools, and equipment.

    + Apply maintenance trades.

    + Successfully meet position specific DRP Burn Standards for Prescribed Fire.

    + Participate in field activities associated with the position, i.e., prescribed burning.

    Minimum Qualifications:

    + Valid driver’s license.

    + Successful completion of annual moderate pack test.

    Preferred Qualifications:

    + Basic National Wildfire Coordinating Group (NWCG) training for prescribed fire (S130/190, I-100, S-131).

    Pay:

    $17.00 PER HOUR (40 hour work week)

    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 advance Florida’s position as a world leader in protecting natural resources while growing the state’s economy. 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:

    Big Lagoon State Park

     

    12301 Gulf Beach Highway

     

    Pensacola, FL 32507

     

    Located along the Intracoastal Waterway in the southwestern corner of the Florida Panhandle, Big Lagoon State Park boast 700+ acres of uplands separating the mainland from Perdido Key and the Gulf of Mexico. Natural communities, ranging from saltwater tidal marshes to pine flatwoods provide a diverse variety of ecosystems.

    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 includes:

     

    + Participation in state group insurance (must meet eligibility requirements*).

    + State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan (tax deferred Retirement Savings Plan, for more information, please visit Corebridge Financial (https://www.corebridgefinancial.com/rs/opsfl/plan-details/social-security-alternative-plan#accordion-e1292cd3b8-item-0be1bc4b3d) ).

    + Flexible Spending Accounts;

    + And more!

     

    For a complete list of benefits, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com .

     

    *Seasonal and part-time OPS employees (less than 30 hours average per week) refer to the links above for detailed eligibility requirements.

    Special Notes:

    DEP is committed to successfully recruiting and onboarding talented and skilled individuals into its workforce. We recognize the extensive training, experience, and transferable 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:

     

    [email protected]

     

    [email protected]

     

    An individual with a disability is qualified if he or she satisfies the skills, experience, and other job-related requirements for a position and can perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must contact the DEP Human Resources (HR) Office at (850) 245-2511. DEP requests applicants notify HR in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

     

    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.

    Location:

    PENSACOLA, FL, US, 32507

    Nearest Major Market:Pensacola