Ops Environmental Specialist

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Date:
Jan 27, 2026

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Requisition No:869052

Working Title:

OPS ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST I -

State of Florida

Department of Environmental Protection

This position is located in Panama City, FL

Closing Date: 02/06/2026

Position Overview and Responsibilities:

An opportunity is anticipated for a self-motivated, hard-working individual to fill an OPS Environmental Specialist (Fire Technician) position at the District 1 Administrative Office. This position will work independently and as part of a team in the field in remote locations. This position works with the Resource Management Team to accomplish annual prescribed fire management goals through assisting in all aspects of prescribed fire and fire line preparation.

Effective communication and coordination of resource management objectives is required.

This position includes safe operation of equipment and vehicles, such as a type 6 engine, tractors, skid steer, tree cutters, mowers, ATV/UTV, and chainsaws; operating, cleaning, servicing, and securing vehicles, equipment, and tools.

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:

• The principles and techniques of mechanical repair work
• Safety procedures required in maintenance and repair work
• Florida’s natural and cultural resources

Skill in:

• Communicating effectively verbally and in writing
• Filling out various reports such as timesheets and vehicles logs
• Operating heavy equipment and tractors
• Interpreting resources and park policies to visitors

Ability to:

• Work rotating shifts including nights, holidays, and weekends
• Work outdoors in inclement conditions
• 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
• Work independently
• Perform physical labor
• Understand and apply rules, directives, policies, laws, and regulations
• Identify and investigate equipment problems
• Operate and maintain vehicles, tools, and equipment
• Successfully meet position specific DRP Burn Standards for Prescribed Fire
• Participate in field activities associated with the position
• Pass annual work capacity test

Minimum Qualifications:

• Valid Driver’s License
• Successful completion of moderate pack test. Prior to being hired, an applicant will be given a single opportunity to take and successfully complete a supervised moderate pack test at a date and location to be announced. Pack test requires applicants to complete a two-mile walk while carrying 25 lbs. in less than 30 minutes.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Basic National Wildfire Coordinating Group (NWCG) training for prescribed fire (S130/190, I-100, S-131).
• A valid Commercial Drivers License

Pay:

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:

District 1 Administration

4620 State Park Lane

District 1 is located along the Gulf Coast. We proudly serve parks in 16 counties in the Florida panhandle including Bay, Calhoun, Escambia, Franklin, Gadsden, Gulf, Holmes, Jackson, Jefferson, Leon, Liberty, Okaloosa, Santa Rosa, Wakulla, Walton, and Washington. The district office is located in Panama City, FL, 32408 rews State Park.

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