Administrative Assistant I - 37010824

Requisition No: 870290 

Agency: Environmental Protection

Working Title: ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT I - 37010824

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 37010824 

Salary:  Annual Salary Range: $34,760.00 - $35,646.48 (Commensurate with experience) 

Posting Closing Date: 02/18/2026 

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ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT I – 37010824

State of Florida

Department of Environmental Protection

This position is located in Tallahassee, FL

Position Overview and Responsibilities:

This is a full-time, Administrative Assistant I, in-office position with a work schedule of Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. In carrying out the duties of this position, the incumbent is expected at all times to be aware of and abide by the Department’s Standards of Conduct, as well as any and all departmental and/or work unit rules, directives, policies, procedures, and/or general orders applicable to performing the duties of this position. The employee is expected to identify and meet the needs of customers in order to provide excellent customer service while maintaining professionalism, reliability, and adherence to established policies and procedures. 

• Answer and route incoming calls to the appropriate program staff. Provide general information and assistance to callers as requested and needed. Take messages accurately and ensure timely follow-up. Assist staff and public in researching and retrieving files and data. Updates the tracking system.


• Oversee end-to-end mail processes, conducting twice-daily mail runs, ensuring accurate delivery to program areas, and maintaining accountability for all outgoing mail in accordance with organizational procedures.


• Provides electronic data management system (EDMS) support, including QA/QC and pre-indexing of DWM documents, scanning materials into EDMS, modifying index fields, and purging duplicate records. Also responsible for identifying and correcting system errors and handling issues as appropriate. Reviews records in electronic data management system for record retention and disposition purposes.


• Provide backup support to other administrative staff as needed, ensuring continuity of operations, handling priority scans to ensure timely processing, and monitor/respond to the Shared Services Mailbox, addressing inquiries, set-up and reset new hire workspaces, ensuring they are fully equipped and ready prior to arrival, prepare & route welcome cards for new employees, ensuring timely delivery. Maintain records of distributed welcome cards and follow-up to ensure the new hires receive them.


• Provide general clerical support such as photocopying, scanning, and filing documents.


• Makes necessary purchases, have knowledge of policies and approval requirements for the programs within the Division through the State computer system, Works. Having knowledge of proper Purchasing Card usage, ensuring that all required documents are properly completed and submitted in a timely manner. Following up on further actions that may be required. Identifies and manages section inventory of properties. Have knowledge of the funding codes in the programs they are working under, ensuring to code purchases correctly. Knowledge of setting up vehicle reservations, DMS requests for the division.


• Acts as a clerk for the division, utilizing an understanding of clerking guidelines. If necessary, becomes a notary to provide that service to the division.


• Performs other job-related duties or projects as needed.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Understanding of basic office protocols and procedures.


• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively.


• Ability to understand customer needs and respond appropriately.


• Knowledge of telephone courtesy and procedures.


• Strong verbal and written communication abilities.


• Basic formatting, grammar, and written communication standards for preparing messages, correspondence, and documentation.


• Ability to operate office equipment such as scanners, copiers, postage machines, and multi-line phone systems.


• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.


• Ability to work well with others in a team setting.


• Ability to work well under pressure.


• Maintain organized filing systems, perform routine clerical duties, and manage multiple tasks while meeting deadlines

Minimum Qualifications:

• At least two (2) years of verifiable related experience. Post-secondary degrees may be used as an alternative for the required years of experience on a year-for-year basis. A credential evaluation report from an approved agency must be submitted along with all foreign degrees.


• Valid Driver’s License

Position of Special Trust Requirement:

This position is designated as a Position of Special Trust in accordance with DEP Directive 422, Positions of Special Trust or Responsibility. Successful completion of background screening will be required for this position.

Pay:

Annual Salary: $34,760.00 - $35,646.48 (Commensurate with experience)

Our Organization and Mission:

The Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is the state’s lead agency for environmental management and stewardship - protecting our air, water and land. The vision of DEP is to advance Florida’s position as a world leader in protecting natural resources while growing the state’s economy. DEP encourages its leaders to constantly innovate and seek efficiencies. We believe in supporting and encouraging you as you take on important and often complex projects while offering you the opportunity to gain valuable experience quickly.

Where You Will Work:

Tallahassee, Florida’s Capital City, lined with rolling hills, oak trees, and canopied roads combine old world charm with a modern pace of life. Home to two major universities as well as state government, Tallahassee is a mid-sized city in the heart of Florida’s Big Bend. Tallahassee is a highly desirable location for both those seeking their first job or those ready to enter the next exciting chapter in their career.

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:

Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State’s total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including:

• Annual and Sick Leave benefits;


• Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year;


• State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options;


• Retirement plan options, including employer contributions (For more information, please click www.myfrs.com);


• Tuition waivers;


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• And more!

For a complete list of benefits, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com

Special Notes:

DEP is committed to successfully recruiting and onboarding talented and skilled individuals into its workforce. We recognize the extensive training, experience, and transferable skills that veterans and individuals with disabilities bring to the workforce. Veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to contact our recruiter for guidance and answers to questions through the following email addresses:

[email protected]

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An individual with a disability is qualified if he or she satisfies the skills, experience, and other job-related requirements for a position and can perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must contact the DEP Human Resources (HR) Office at (850) 245-2511. DEP requests applicants notify HR in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE.  Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply.  Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements.  Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code.  Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here.  All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.