OPS Environmental Specialist I - 37932015
Other · PORT ST JOE, FL, US, 32456 · Florida
- Role
- Data scientist
- Posted
- Jul 24, 2026
- Closes
- Not listed
- Salary
- Environmental Protection
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Summary
The OPS Environmental Specialist I serves as a GIS and Plant Resource Restoration Specialist for St. Joseph Bay State Buffer Preserve in Port St. Joe, Florida, under the Department of Environmental Protection's Office of Resilience and Coastal Protection. The role focuses on large-scale map projects involving conservation and restoration of upland and wetland natural communities, with responsibilities spanning GIS mapping, field work, native plant management, prescribed burning, and wildfire suppression. The position requires independent work in sometimes adverse weather conditions and may involve extended hours for prescribed fires and public festivals.
Key qualifications
- At least 1 year of verifiable related experience in ArcGIS
- Ability to generate professional ArcGIS maps and maintain spatial databases
- Successful completion of moderate pack test (2-mile walk carrying 25 pounds in under 30 minutes or equivalent)
- Valid driver's license required
- Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds while walking over uneven terrain
- Ability to meet position-specific DRP Burn Standards for Prescribed Fire
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