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GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

This is a professional position in the St. Lucie County Environmental Resources Department’s (ERD) Environmental Regulations Division. This position is responsible for evaluating and issuing environmental permits, conducting pre and post land clearing inspections, endangered species inspections, landscape inspections, and any other necessary site inspections. Work involves initiative and independent performance, and contact and coordination with other Departments and Divisions, and regional and state agencies. The position reports under the supervision of the Environmental Regulations Manager.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:

Respond to homeowner requests for public outreach education on native plants, common tree diseases, exotic vegetation removal, proper trimming and listed species issues.

Responsible for assisting various County Departments with environmental permitting and compliance issues.

Responsible for investigating all unauthorized vegetation removal and acts as an authorized code compliance agent in rectifying violations pertaining to environmental ordinances, codes and regulations. Maintain administrative records and submit necessary reports.

Assist in implementing various ordinances which protect the environment on a local level, (i.e.; Tree Protection Ordinances, Landscape Ordinance, etc.)

Understand and comply with the St. Lucie County Board of County Commissioners employee handbook and other established policies and procedures.

Perform other job-related functions as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science, Natural Resources Management, Forestry, Urban and Regional Planning, or related field.

EXPERIENCE: A minimum of three (3) years of environmental regulation, forestry, site design/planning or code compliance related experience. Professional experience working within a program similar to the County’s Environmental Regulations Division is desired.

NOTE: An equivalent combination of experience/training and/or experience may be substituted to meet the above noted minimum qualifications.

Licenses, Certifications, or Registrations: :  Must have a valid Florida driver’s license or the ability to obtain within one month of employment. Must maintain a good driving record. Must possess a valid FWC Gopher Tortoise Agent Certification or have the ability to obtain one within six (6) months of hire. Florida Association of Code Enforcement (FACE) Level I & II Certifications are preferred but not required.