Environmental Specialist I - 42005765
Other · LAKEWOOD RANCH, FL, US, 34202 · Florida
- Role
- Policy analyst
- Posted
- Jul 14, 2026
- Closes
- Not listed
- Salary
- Agriculture and Consumer Services
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Summary
This Environmental Specialist I position with the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services' Division of Plant Industry supports fruit fly detection and plant pest prevention efforts. The role involves building and servicing detection traps, conducting field surveys in agricultural and residential areas, collecting and submitting samples for laboratory analysis, and inspecting plant materials from other states and countries. The position requires occasional travel and participation in pest eradication and exotic pest survey programs.
Key qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent plus 6 months experience in apiculture, environmental protection, agriculture, or engineering; or an associate degree from an accredited college or university
- Must obtain fruit fly certification within 6 months of appointment
- Valid Class E driver license required
- Ability to detect plant pests and conduct inspections in varied terrain and temperature conditions
- Ability to lift and transport 25-pound objects and work in extreme hot and cold temperatures
- Knowledge of plant inspection techniques, regulatory treatment of plants, and pesticide labeling restrictions
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