$23.51-$29.98
08-05-2026
Environmental Specialist I/II/III
Candidates will be hired at the level for which they qualify. Please review the minimum qualifications listed below for each level. Starting salary will typically be at or near the minimum of the pay grade, unless the candidate possesses extensive experience.
Nature of Work:
Starting Salary: $22.61 - $28.83 (Environmental Specialist I)
Starting Salary: $23.88 - $30.45 (Environmental Specialist II)
Starting Salary: $25.21 - $32.15 (Environmental Specialist III)
Performs specialized technical field and office work involving research, environmental sampling and inspection and enforcement activities to ensure compliance with the Stormwater, wastewater and other environmental codes of the City. Work is performed under general supervision and employees are expected to exercise discretion and independent judgment in the interpretation of applicable codes and EPA regulations. Performance is reviewed through conferences, reports, and results obtained.
INDUSTRIAL PRETREATMENT: Performs specialized technical field and office work involving research, environmental compliance inspections, wastewater stream sampling, analysis and evaluation for industrial, commercial, and domestic pollutants in addition to monitoring water quality. Enforces compliance of the Industrial Surcharge Program and Oil and Grease Management Programs as per environmental codes/regulations of the City, state, and federal Government. Inspections of facilities/properties with oil and grease management devices, credit meters, and private sanitary sewer components. Investigation of public complaints pertaining to possible sanitary discharge into the environment. Emergency responder for sanitary sewer overflows in the community. Performance is reviewed through conferences, reports, and results obtained.
Minimum Qualifications:
This position requires a GOAA Secure Area Access I. D. badge within ninety (90) days of hire. Individuals must complete a background check to obtain the I.D. badge. A list of the infractions which will impact your eligibility are listed at the bottom of this job posting.
Environmental Specialist I
Industrial Pretreatment- Associate's Degree with major coursework in Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, or related field, and six (6) months of experience in code enforcement field, engineering field, industrial pretreatment field, laboratory field, wastewater treatment field, water quality field or customer service field; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Florida Industrial Pretreatment Association (FIPA) Level ""C"" Certificate (Pretreatment Facility Inspection Certificate) required or must obtain FIPA ""C"" Certification within one (1) year of employment. Valid Florida Driver's License required. Selected candidates will be required to complete Microsoft Word and Excel Exam. This position requires a GOAA Secure Area Access I. D. badge within ninety (90) days of hire.
Environmental Specialist II
Industrial Pretreatment- Associate's Degree with major coursework in Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, or related field and three (3) years experience in code enforcement field, engineering field, industrial pretreatment field, laboratory field, wastewater treatment field, water quality field or customer relations field; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Florida Industrial Pretreatment Association (FIPA) Level B Certificaterequired; or two additional years of related experience as listed above. Valid Florida Driver's License required. Selected candidates will be required to complete Microsoft Word and Excel Exam. This position requires a GOAA Secure Area Access I. D. badge within ninety (90) days of hire.
Environmental Specialist III
Industrial Pretreatment- Associate's Degree with major coursework in Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, or related field and six (6) years experience in code enforcement field, engineering field, industrial pretreatment field, laboratory field, wastewater treatment field, the water quality field or customer relations field; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Florida Industrial Pretreatment Association (FIPA) Level "A" Certificate or FIPA F.O.G. Management Level II required; Florida Driver's License required. Selected candidates will be required to complete Microsoft Word and Excel Exam. This position requires a GOAA Secure Area Access I. D. badge within ninety (90) days of hire.
Additional Qualifications for Promotion:
Promotions are not to be considered an automatic function of longevity and are subject to the review and authorization of the Supervisor. The employee’s last performance review must have resulted in an overall rating of Meets standards or better with no factor rating of less than meets.
If you have ever pleaded guilty or nolo-contendere ("no contest") to, had an adjudication withheld, been convicted or found not guilty by reason of insanity to any of the following under Title 49 CFR 1542.209 and 1544.229
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Violence at international airports
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Felony involving willful destruction of property
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Felony involving a threat
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Felony involving importation or manufacture of a controlled substance
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Felony involving burglary
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Felony involving theft
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Felony involving dishonesty, fraud, or misrepresentation
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Felony involving possession or distribution of stolen property
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Felony involving aggravated assault
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Felony involving bribery
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Felony involving illegal possession of a controlled substance punishable by a maximum term of imprisonment of more than 1 year.
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Forgery of certificates, false making of aircraft and other aircraft registration violations
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Interference with air navigation
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Improper transportation of a hazardous material
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Aircraft piracy
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Interference with flight crew members or flight attendants
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Commission of certain crimes aboard an aircraft in flight
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Carrying a weapon or explosive aboard an aircraft
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Conveying false information and threats
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Aircraft piracy outside the special aircraft jurisdiction of the United States
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Lighting violations involving transporting controlled substances
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Unlawful entry into an aircraft or airport area that serves air carriers or foreign air carriers contrary to established security requirements
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Destruction of an aircraft or aircraft facility
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Murder
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Assault with intent to murder
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Espionage
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Sedition
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Kidnapping or hostage taking
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Treason
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Rape or aggravated sexual abuse
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Unlawful possession, use, sale, distribution, or manufacture of an explosive or weapon
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Extortion
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Armed or felony unarmed robbery
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Distribution of, or intent to distribute a controlled substance
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Felony arson
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Conspiracy or attempt to commit any of the aforementioned criminal acts.
Important: To be eligible to proceed forward in the application process, applicants must meet the minimum qualifications listed in the position description. Please ensure your application provides details of all relevant experience related to the position. If you have questions or need clarification concerning the position or application process, please contact Human Resources at [email protected] or 407.246.2062.
If this posting indicates a degree is required, the following experience will apply in lieu of any degree as follows:
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Two (2) years of direct experience for an associate degree;
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Four (4) years of direct experience for a bachelor's degree;
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Six (6) years of direct experience for a master's degree; or
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Nine (9) years of direct experience for a doctoral degree.
