Business Administration Manager

Sarasota County Government

82d • $78,000 - $85,000

About The Position

In this management role, you will oversee the financial, administrative, and operational functions supporting the Stormwater Department. You’ll play a key role in leading budgeting, procurement, contracts, customer service, and capital asset management while ensuring effective coordination across divisions and with Departments leadership.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Public Administration, Business Management, Finance or a highly related field AND four (4) years of performing maintenance/general operations work experience.
• OR- Associate's degree from an accredited college or university AND six (6) years of job-related experience.
• OR- Professional-related experience may substitute for the required degree on a year-for-year basis.
• Two (2) years or more of supervisory experience in the related field.
• A valid Florida Driver's License at the time of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with the Governmental Accounting, Auditing and Financial Reporting Standards (GAAFR).
• Advanced professional certification highly desirable.
• Experience managing operating and capital budgets.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and oversee the Stormwater Business Administration Division, encompassing financial management, customer service, procurement, contracts, HR, capital assets, project coordination, assessment districts, and general administration.
• Participate in Director’s Leadership meetings; advise the Director and Managers on operational issues and decisions.
• Coordinate issue resolution and collaboration among Stormwater Divisions and with County leadership.
• Facilitate business and administrative development initiatives, develop and implement an effective divisional structure, and oversee efforts for APWA Accreditation.
• Provide financial administration and strategic guidance for the Department, including financial planning, annual budgets, rates and fees, debt service, fund management, and special projects.
• Manage accounts payable/receivable, monitor budgets, and coordinate capital project funding.
• Participate in strategic and business planning, as well as the development of the operating and capital improvement program (CIP) budgets.
• Coordinate a consistent practice of procurement and contract management related activities; develop and maintain standardized Business Practices to ensure consistent performance across the Department.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance.
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Florida Retirement System (FRS).
• 11 paid holidays, 3 personal days and 16 paid vacation days in the first year of full-time employment.
• Award-winning wellness program including free gyms at multiple Sarasota County Government locations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees