Job Opening at Rookery Bay

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OPS ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II

Req No:  37979201-51358005-20110831154507   Agency Name:  DEP - Environmental Protection Description:     Working Title:  OPS ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II Broadband/Class Code:  19-2041-02 Position Number:  37979201 Annual Salary Range:  $29,000 - $34,000 Announcement Type:  Open Competitive City:  NAPLES Facility:  Pay Grade/ Pay Band:  BB008 Closing Date:  9/22/2011   (For Laid Off State Personnel System Career Service Employees Only). Career Service employees who currently have or held permanent status in their position at the time of layoff have an opportunity for first interview within any State Personnel System agency for vacancies in which the applicant is qualified and has applied.  If this applies to you, please attach a copy of your official layoff letter when applying for a vacancy. The State Personnel System is an E-Verify employer.  For more information click on our E-Verify website.   OCCUPATION PROFILE JOB FAMILY: LIFE, PHYSICAL AND SOCIAL SCIENCE OCCUPATIONAL GROUP: LIFE AND PHYSICAL SCIENCE OCCUPATION: ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTISTS AND SPECIALISTS, INCLUDING HEALTH 19-2041 Job Description:  Coastal Training Assistant Rookery Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve in Naples, Florida   Rookery Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve (www.rookerybay.org) in Naples, Florida seeks a full-time, OPS contract employee to assist with the Coastal Training Program (CTP).  The CTP (http://nerrs.noaa.gov) works with professionals to resolve complex environmental issues of local significance and through training, field education and networking, professionals benefit from science-based information, skills and access to technology and partnerships.    This is primarily an administrative job assisting the CTO Coordinator and other CTP staff to conduct programs and implement coastal management projects. It is an office position, although occasional outdoor work and instate travel is necessary.  Key tasks of this position include:   Assist in the delivery of training programs, with focus on the Green Industries Best Management Practices training, in both English and in Spanish for landscape and lawn care professionals. This includes scheduling dates, speakers and locations, conducting high quality programs including registration, tracking payment, attendance, materials, certification, test scores, and arranging logistics, setting up rooms, etc. Assist in the design and delivery of educational programs, including giving presentations and speaking publicly at trainings or events. Data entry to maintain mailing lists, registration, evaluations and reports, including the bi-annual NOAA report. Answer phones, take registrations, answer questions, thus providing customer service Ordering supplies and materials, including completion of purchasing paperwork. Create, produce, order and/or distribute materials including workshop announcements, web postings, flyers, and other event and training materials as necessary. Conduct research on environmental topics and issues for use in programs. Participate in Rookery Bay/DEP events, meetings, trainings and work days. Represent Rookery Bay, DEP and partners in a professional manner and work collaboratively with public and private partners to implement our mission.   Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Essential: Candidates must speak and write English and have a valid driver’s license. Candidate must have excellent communication skills both verbally and in writing; excellent organizational skills including detail-oriented and the ability to organize events; proficiency in Word, PowerPoint and Excel; ability to work well with others, including volunteers and staff; ability to set up workshops, move tables and carry binders. Bachelor’s degree required, with preference to fields such as education, science, natural resources or policy. Preferred: Verbal and written Spanish language skills are preferred; experience in organizing professional training programs; able to design flyers and outreach materials; be adept at working with diverse audiences including teaching, speaking or outreach experience   Work Location, Compensation and Contact Information The position is located at the Rookery Bay Headquarters (300 Tower Rd, Naples, FL 34113), and will report to the Rookery Bay Coastal Training Coordinator.  The candidate will become OPS personnel for the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP).  There are no benefits, paid holidays or sick leave provided at this time.  Salary range is $29,000 – $34,000 and is grant-funded for at least one year, with likely additional funding. Start date is November 1, 2011 and end date is to be determined.  Please contact Tabitha Stadler at 239-417-6310 extension 209 or tabitha.stadler@dep.state.fl.us for more information The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or the People First Service Center (1-877-562-7287). 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.

 

 

 

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