Environmental Scientist

Job Description

We are seeking dedicated Environmental Scientists and Geologists to join our team in supporting the FDEP Petroleum Restoration Program as a Site Manager. In this role, you will oversee the assessment and remediation of petroleum-contaminated sites, working towards regulatory closure. You will act on behalf of the Florida Department of Environmental Protections Petroleum Restoration program under the supervision of a licensed PG and/or PE.

Responsibilities

• Perform in-depth research of a contaminated site's history to understand the origin of the petroleum discharge(s) and site-specific geology and hydrogeology.
• Devise the appropriate scope of work to progress towards regulatory closure of the discharge.
• Generate assessment and remediation cost estimates and manage Agency Term Contractor purchase orders.
• Review and approve assessment and remediation documents, invoices, and other project-related documents promptly.
• Communicate regularly with Agency Term Contractor staff, property owners, and FDEP staff.
• Research assigned petroleum sites using various resources such as Google Earth and legal documents.
• Identify site ownership, the cause and timeline of the release, and potential impact on neighboring plots.
• Draft a scope of work for required actions including assessment, remedial design, remedial action, and monitoring.
• Select contractors through drafting RFPs, continuation assignments, or direct assignments.
• Negotiate on behalf of the FDEP.
• Monitor contractor status including schedule, budget, progress, and quality.
• Review and approve payment requests.
• Conduct a final review of work performed to recommend next steps, aiming for site closure.

• Minimum of 1 year relevant environmental consulting experience, including state petroleum program knowledge.
• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Geology, or a related field.
• Ability to effectively review and prepare technical documents.

• Postgraduate degree may substitute for one year of experience.
• Familiarity with Chapter 62-780, FAC, Petroleum Restoration Program procedures, and FDEP SOP 001/01 (field procedures) is a plus.

This is a fully remote position, but candidates living near Tallahassee, Tampa, Orlando, or West Palm Beach are preferred. You will work closely with a team of 45 Geologists, Scientists, and Engineers, all working towards the goals set by the FDEP. The role allows for a healthy work-life balance with a 40-hour work week and no after-hours stress. While primarily remote, occasional visits to the FDEP office or field site may be required. The team culture emphasizes collaboration and support.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of West Palm Beach, Florida.

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $26.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully remote position.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 9, 2025.

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