Environmental Permitting Manager (Manager II)
About The Position
In this role, you will lead the Environmental Permitting team, overseeing implementation of the Comprehensive Plan and County Code requirements while balancing environmental protection with community needs. Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: Comprehensive Plan & Environmental Protection Lead implementation of environmental policies within the Comprehensive Plan and County Code. Oversee environmental permitting and reviews (UDC, building, tree protection, coastal setback, and more). Ensure consistent application of environmental standards and regulatory requirements. Direct field inspections related to native habitats and protected species. Collaborate with County departments, municipalities, and state/federal agencies on permitting and compliance. Review and advance permits, recommendations, and ordinance updates for County Commission consideration. Oversee compliance monitoring, resolve complex permitting issues, and maintain tracking/reporting systems. Prepare reports, support Board assignments, and manage special projects. Administration & Leadership Provide leadership, set priorities, and delegate work to Environmental Permitting staff. Hire, train, mentor, and evaluate team members. Oversee division budget, revenues, expenditures, and fee recommendations. Ensure payroll, personnel actions, and health and safety standards are properly managed. Track performance measures and support business and communication planning. Facilitation & Special Projects Serve as an internal environmental consultant and technical resource. Partner with cross-functional County teams on project development. Provide technical guidance to the public on environmental regulations and compliance. Lead and support special projects across the organization. Oversee audit activities, risk mitigation efforts, and implementation of internal controls.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university required in a specific field of endeavor with 4+ years of related work experience.
- OR: Associate's degree from an accredited college or university and 6+ years of related work experience.
- OR: 8+ years of related work experience may substitute for the college degree.
- 2+ years of supervisory experience required.
- Valid Florida driver's license by date of hire.
Nice To Haves
- Strong knowledge of environmental regulations, ecosystems, and southwest Florida habitats.
- Understanding of management practices, budgeting, and the Sarasota County Comprehensive Plan.
- Ability to interpret and apply policies, regulations, and scientific information.
- Excellent communication and customer service skills with the ability to build positive working relationships.
- Organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities independently using standard computer applications.
- Demonstrated expertise in preparing and editing clear, well-organized written materials that effectively translate technical and regulatory information into accessible language suitable for public, stakeholder, and executive audiences.
Responsibilities
- Lead implementation of environmental policies within the Comprehensive Plan and County Code.
- Oversee environmental permitting and reviews (UDC, building, tree protection, coastal setback, and more).
- Ensure consistent application of environmental standards and regulatory requirements.
- Direct field inspections related to native habitats and protected species.
- Collaborate with County departments, municipalities, and state/federal agencies on permitting and compliance.
- Review and advance permits, recommendations, and ordinance updates for County Commission consideration.
- Oversee compliance monitoring, resolve complex permitting issues, and maintain tracking/reporting systems.
- Prepare reports, support Board assignments, and manage special projects.
- Provide leadership, set priorities, and delegate work to Environmental Permitting staff.
- Hire, train, mentor, and evaluate team members.
- Oversee division budget, revenues, expenditures, and fee recommendations.
- Ensure payroll, personnel actions, and health and safety standards are properly managed.
- Track performance measures and support business and communication planning.
- Serve as an internal environmental consultant and technical resource.
- Partner with cross-functional County teams on project development.
- Provide technical guidance to the public on environmental regulations and compliance.
- Lead and support special projects across the organization.
- Oversee audit activities, risk mitigation efforts, and implementation of internal controls.
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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
