ENVIRONMENTAL SUPERVISOR I - SES - 42001920

State of Florida • Avon Park, FL

5d • $45,000 - $55,000

About The Position

This is a professional supervisory position responsible for supervising, assigning, planning and directing the daily activities of a Pest Eradication and Control (PE&C) Citrus Health Response Program (CHRP) Field Station for the certification and regulation of all commercial citrus within the State of Florida.

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and one (1) year of experience in apiculture, environmental protection, regulation, or health; one of the physical or natural sciences; or engineering; or
• Two (2) years of experience as an Environmental Specialist I or higher with the State of Florida; or
• Two and a half (2.5) years of experience as described above.
• Requires possession of a valid Class E driver license.
• Knowledge of techniques used in inspecting plants or other agricultural products.
• Knowledge of applicable division, agency, State, and Federal rules and regulations.
• Skill in using computers, computer software, GIS and Esri databases.
• Skill in conflict resolution.
• Ability to detect plant pests.
• Ability to compile, organize and analyze data and make recommendations.
• Ability to interpret rules and regulations.
• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others and interact with the public in a professional manner.
• Ability to motivate, train, and direct staff.
• Ability to organize, prioritize, assign work, and ensure completion.
• Ability to solve problems and make decisions.

Responsibilities

• Manages and oversees all aspects of an assigned office (i.e. Administration, Regulatory and Grove survey)
• Compiles and reviews necessary administrative reports ensuring accuracy and punctuality.
• Researches and recommends measures to improve productivity.
• Organizes office workload to maintain high efficiency.
• Assists and arranges training of new employees.
• Monitors work performance of subordinates, including periodic written evaluations and discussions; counseling to develop skills and correct deficiencies; recognizing employee accomplishments; and recommending timely disciplinary actions as needed.
• Approves timesheets and leave requests.
• Documents recommendations for special pay increases, reclassifications, and disciplinary actions, when appropriate, following consultation with direct supervisor.
• Efficiently carries out employee selection actions when vacancies are to be filled.
• Responsible and accountable for managing budget/dollars/resources (staff, vehicles, computers, cell phones, etc.) of any assigned programs in an efficient and accountable manner.
• Responsible for ensuring that assigned program areas have operational procedures and processes which result in accountability and compliance with division and department policies and procedures.
• Investigates and resolves problems and complaints that arise in assigned area.
• Institutes quality control measures to verify procedures are followed.
• Complies and reviews necessary reports on all activities ensuring accuracy and punctuality.
• Promotes safety and ensures that all safety regulations and other procedures are followed.
• Travels outside of assigned work area as needed when requested by the program director.
• Assists with the development of regulatory functions and directs and implements them in accordance with the CHRP action plan.
• Assists subordinates with vehicle and office maintenance needs.
• Conducts and oversees safety training for all vehicles and equipment.
• Maintains all office and personnel inventories.
• Attends industry meetings and provide updates on CHRP activities.
• Performs other related work as directed by program director.

Benefits

• 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 visit www.myfrs.com;)
• Flexible Spending Accounts;
• Tuition waivers;

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees