Environmental Specialist II

State of Florida

. Coordinate with the supervisor and Division staff on projects, policies, procedures and performance measures related to aquaculture education, policy and scientific development .

Posted 10/30/2026full-timeTallahassee • Florida • United StatesJunior💰 $42,561 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in aquaculture education, environmental science, and public communication, with strong abilities in data collection, technical report preparation, and grant management. Proven skills in project coordination, problem-solving, and collaboration within diverse teams and stakeholders.

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Aquaculture KnowledgeData Collection And ManagementTechnical Report PreparationGrant Proposal WritingProject Coordination

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Hard Skills

Data AnalysisTechnical WritingProblem-Solving TechniquesWorkflow DocumentationField WorkPublic Science CommunicationGrant ManagementEducational Material DevelopmentPresentation SkillsLarge Dataset Management

Soft Skills

CollaborationOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsLeadershipAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

AdobeMicrosoft Office SuiteVirtual Video Conferencing PlatformsPersonal ComputersPrinters

Certifications & Qualifications

Valid Class E Driver License

Industry Keywords

Environmental ProtectionPublic HealthFood SafetyMarine ScienceFlorida StatutesAquaculture EducationScientific LiteratureRegulatory ComplianceCollaboration NetworksEmergency Response

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Coordinate with the supervisor and Division staff on projects, policies, procedures and performance measures related to aquaculture education, policy and scientific development
Keep current on scientific, technical and policy developments in aquaculture, including primary literature
Conduct field work, host meetings and workshops, record data, and create resources
Assist with education, outreach, training, workshops, site visits, lectures and public communications
Develop recommendations, solve problems and document workflows to improve operational and management practices
Create and update design materials for recirculation aquaculture systems and conduct school site visits for troubleshooting
Create and update Division publications, forms and web content
Produce and update technical reports and comment letters and deliver presentations
Assist with grant procurement, management and administration
Maintain existing partnerships and build collaborative networks in Florida and the region
Attend meetings, webinars, workshops, trainings, conferences and other engagements
Perform other related duties and projects as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma or equivalent and one year of experience in environmental protection, regulation, public health or food safety; physical or natural sciences; agriculture; or engineering; OR
High school diploma or equivalent and six months of experience as an Environmental Specialist I or higher with the State of Florida; OR
Bachelor's degree (4 years) from an accredited college or university
Valid Class E Driver License
Ability to travel throughout the state and region
Ability to work occasionally during nights and weekends
Ability to work during emergencies, including nights, holidays and weekends
Knowledge of aquaculture, environmental science, marine science, or a similar field
Knowledge of data collection and management and ability to work with large datasets
Ability to analyze information and data from scientific literature and other sources
Knowledge and experience with public science communication
Ability to prepare technical reports, comment letters, grant proposals, progress reports, training materials, educational materials, data summaries and presentations
Ability to write scientific and education grant proposals, manage grant funding and coordinate project teams
Ability to use problem-solving techniques and professional judgment
Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments and schedules
Ability to coordinate and lead projects, meetings, events and collaborative teams
Ability to operate personal computers, printers, cell phones, vehicles and issued equipment
Skills in Adobe, Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word and PowerPoint), and virtual video conferencing platforms
Ability to understand and apply Florida Statutes and applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures
Successful completion of background screening, including fingerprinting, as a condition of employment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual and sick leave benefits
Nine paid holidays and one personal holiday each year
State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision and other supplemental insurance options
Retirement plan options, including employer contributions
Flexible Spending Accounts
Tuition waivers
Reasonable accommodation support for candidates with disabilities
Drug-free workplace