Community Rating System Coordinator (Business Professional III)

Sarasota County Government

16d • $85,010 • Hybrid

About The Position

Start Here. Grow Here. Stay Here. Sarasota County’s Stormwater Department is seeking a Community Rating System (CRS) professional to support the County’s participation in FEMA’s National Flood Insurance Program. In this role, you’ll help maintain and enhance the County’s CRS classification while leading public education efforts related to FEMA Flood Insurance Rate Maps and floodplain management. This position plays a key role in advancing community resilience through program coordination, outreach, and regulatory support. Candidates should have a bachelor’s degree in Earth Science, Environmental Science, or a related field with 3+ years of experience; a master’s degree with 2+ years of experience; or 7+ years of related professional experience in lieu of a degree. We’re looking for someone with a strong understanding of FEMA programs and flood mitigation practices, who is comfortable working with technical information, engaging with the public, and collaborating across teams. Experience with GIS (ArcMap) and knowledge of floodplain regulations are a plus. Apply today! In this role, you will be responsible for... CRS Program Support: Lead implementation of activities to maintain the County’s Community Rating System (CRS) classification Coordinate annual recertification and verification efforts with FEMA and ISO/CRS specialists Maintain accurate records and ensure readiness for audits and verification visits Ensure compliance with environmental, historic preservation, and flood protection requirements Public Education & Outreach: Develop and deliver presentations, outreach campaigns, and educational materials Provide guidance to residents, businesses, and industry professionals on flood protection and mitigation Respond to media and public inquiries related to flood insurance, mapping, and CRS topics Conduct site visits to assess drainage concerns and recommend mitigation solutions Grant Preparation, Reporting & Tracking: Identify and evaluate state and federal grant opportunities for flood mitigation projects Support application development and determine project eligibility and funding needs Track project progress, ensure compliance, and manage reporting requirements Prepare reports, Board materials, and documentation for audits and legal inquiries Legislation & Policy Monitoring: Track updates to FEMA’s National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) and CRS-related policies Analyze legislative changes and communicate impacts to stakeholders Provide insight on how policy updates affect flood insurance cost and availability Interagency Coordination & Regulatory Support: Collaborate with local, regional, state, and federal partners on CRS and mitigation efforts Support development and reporting for the County’s Local Mitigation Strategy Provide guidance to internal teams on CRS program requirements and best practices Help ensure alignment across departments to support overall program success

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Earth Science, Environmental Science, or other related field with 3+ years of related experience.
• OR: Master's degree in a similar field with 2+ years of related experience.
• OR: 7+ years of professional job-related experience in the management of technical projects/programs and strategic planning may substitute for the required education.
• Valid Florida driver's license by date of hire.
• Subject to Passing Substance Screening: This position is subject to passing a pre-employment substance screening. An applicant who fails to pass a required drug screening test shall be disqualified from employment for a period of five years.
• Employees in this role must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 lbs.

Nice To Haves

• ASFPM Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM) certification.
• Working knowledge of FEMA programs, including the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP), Community Rating System (CRS), and Hazard Mitigation Grant Program.
• Familiarity with flood mitigation practices, elevation certificates, map revisions, and Letters of Map Change.
• Understanding of flood insurance, Florida Building Code, and general construction and development regulations, with experience in technical review, public speaking, and GIS (ArcMap).

Responsibilities

• Lead implementation of activities to maintain the County’s Community Rating System (CRS) classification
• Coordinate annual recertification and verification efforts with FEMA and ISO/CRS specialists
• Maintain accurate records and ensure readiness for audits and verification visits
• Ensure compliance with environmental, historic preservation, and flood protection requirements
• Develop and deliver presentations, outreach campaigns, and educational materials
• Provide guidance to residents, businesses, and industry professionals on flood protection and mitigation
• Respond to media and public inquiries related to flood insurance, mapping, and CRS topics
• Conduct site visits to assess drainage concerns and recommend mitigation solutions
• Identify and evaluate state and federal grant opportunities for flood mitigation projects
• Support application development and determine project eligibility and funding needs
• Track project progress, ensure compliance, and manage reporting requirements
• Prepare reports, Board materials, and documentation for audits and legal inquiries
• Track updates to FEMA’s National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) and CRS-related policies
• Analyze legislative changes and communicate impacts to stakeholders
• Provide insight on how policy updates affect flood insurance cost and availability
• Collaborate with local, regional, state, and federal partners on CRS and mitigation efforts
• Support development and reporting for the County’s Local Mitigation Strategy
• Provide guidance to internal teams on CRS program requirements and best practices
• Help ensure alignment across departments to support overall program success

Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Florida Retirement System (FRS) and many, many more!
• Choose one of three great medical plans, including one with a $0 premium option, with completed preventative visits!
• Utilize our award-winning wellness program including free gyms at multiple Sarasota County Government locations.
• Enjoy 11 paid holidays, 3 personal days and 16 paid vacation days in the first year of full-time employment with increasing accrual rates with years of service.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level