NEOGOV · 4 hours ago
Environmental Specialist II - R20420
Sarasota, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$56K/yr - $56K/yr
2+ years expNEOGOV is part of the Sarasota County Government, and they are seeking an Environmental Specialist II to support land managers in developing and implementing land management projects. The role involves monitoring habitat conditions, coordinating maintenance for public use infrastructure, and conducting environmental programs to benefit Florida's natural areas.
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Responsibilities
Participate in coordinating activities necessary to properly manage County owned natural lands and support public use
Document, monitor and treat exotic plant occurrences on natural area lands
Develop contract specifications and perform contractor oversight for land management activities
Assist in collection, analysis and evaluation of land management activities and projects
Conduct report and document preparation (management plans, interoffice reports, grant reports)
Work with Emergency Services on prescribed burns
Provide site maintenance and upkeep of trails, preserve amenities and signage
Develop and conduct environmental/educational programs
Ensure equipment maintenance and upkeep
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in one of the biological or physical sciences or related field and two (2) years of professional experience
Master's degree may substitute for one year of professional experience
Professional responsible professional experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required college degree
Ability to pass moderate or arduous pack test within one (1) year of employment and to pass on an annual basis
Ability to obtain FACS pesticide applicator license within ten (10) months of employment
Valid Florida Driver's License by date of hire
Preferred
Experience in land management activities such as prescribed burning, exotic control, habitat maintenance, and restoration
Herbicide applicator's license
Basic Fire Training S130, S190, L180, ICS 100 and ICS 200
Certified NATA Natural Areas Manager
Benefits
Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Florida Retirement System (FRS)
Utilize our award-winning wellness program including free gyms at multiple Sarasota County Government locations
11 paid holidays
3 personal days
16 paid vacation days in the first year of full-time employment with increasing accrual rates with years of service
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
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Funding
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$700MKey Investors
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2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
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