ENVIRONMENTAL SUPERVISOR II - SES - 64028411

State of Florida • Fort Myers, FL

1d • $58,465 - $59,465 • Onsite

About The Position

This is a fulltime Select Exempt Service (SES) Environmental Supervisor II position working with the Department of Health in Lee County. This position serves as Environmental Supervisor II-SES with the Environmental Health section of the Florida Department of Health in Lee County (DOH-Lee). This is a professional position supervising Environmental Specialists involved in the prevention of disease transmission caused by environmental factors and the epidemiological investigation of illness outbreaks. It includes the administration, operation, enforcement, and quality control of assigned environmental programs serving the needs of the residents and tourists within Lee County. The incumbent in this position is considered to have regulatory responsibilities and is subject to the provisions of Chapter 60L-36, Florida Administrative Code. This position spends 50% of the time engaged in supervisory responsibilities. This includes communicating with, motivating, training, and evaluating employees in addition to planning and directing employees’ work. The incumbent has the authority to hire, transfer, suspend, lay off, recall, promote, discharge, assign, reward, or discipline subordinate employees or effectively recommend such action. The incumbent will also be required to develop performance expectations, meet with staff regularly to discuss performance, complete performance reviews, maintain vacation and work schedules, ensure proper coverage, and complete timesheets. This position is responsible and accountable for supervising subordinates specializing in environmental health programs associated with Chapter 62-6, Onsite Sewage Treatment and Disposal Systems (OSTDS), as well as other programs including mobile home/RV parks, and various sanitary investigations under the direction and guidance of the OSTDS Coordinator overseeing this program. Responsibilities and activities include, but are not limited to, supervising, overseeing and/or conducting “day with” quality assurance investigations with each subordinate at least once every six months and implementing performance corrective action plans as needed to promote effective, efficient work efforts. This position will review all inspection records and support documents generated by the staff under its supervision. Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to, assisting the OSTDS coordinator with quality assurance monitoring, process improvement, review of residential and commercial applications, and coordination of pre-service and in-service training. This position is responsible for the oversight and supervision of specialists assigned Specialty System programs within OSTDS including, but not limited to, review of new systems, permitting, inspecting, pre and post paperwork, maintenance entity regulation and all associated fees, generating reports to track the progress of the program, and any enforcement regulation required. This position is responsible for the oversight and supervision of those specialists regulating OSTDS Septic Tank Abandonment Program. Initiates notices for delinquent properties and initiates and assures enforcement policy is followed to compliance for violators. Supervises direct reports including motivating, training, providing guidance, and direction. Develops expectations and meets with staff regularly to discuss performance, complete performance reviews, and discipline action, if needed. Maintains vacation and work schedules to ensure proper coverage and completes timesheets. Ensure all staff complete required training and are offered additional training. Confers with state, city, and county officials, contractors, professional engineers, and community business personnel regarding OSTDS matters. Attend meetings as requested or required. Responsible for maintaining a county vehicle inventory list, including, but not limited to, proper maintenance and reporting of any mechanical or body problems and cleanliness. Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Knowledge of basic computer skills and Environmental Health Database program.
• Knowledge of and skill in using field equipment required, including operating a laser level, shovel, auger, Munsell Soil Color Charts, drill, digital camera, and other equipment as deemed necessary to perform inspections.
• Knowledge of supervisory principles and practices.
• Knowledge of office procedures and practices.
• Knowledge of the terminology, principles, and analytical techniques of the physical or natural sciences.
• Knowledge of standard business formats and styles for letters and business forms.
• Knowledge of correct spelling, punctuation, and grammar usage.
• Knowledge of language and grammar skills.
• Skill in using office equipment, including FAX machine, copier, printer, digital telephones, and computers.
• Skill in operating and maintaining assigned county vehicle per state and county regulations.
• Ability to prepare technical reports.
• Ability to interpret, understand, and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Ability to understand and follow legislative policy direction as established in Florida Statutes.
• Ability to train and supervise others.
• Ability to assess employee work performance.
• Ability to handle telephone calls in a courteous and effective manner.
• Ability to frequently bend, kneel, reach, and sit or stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds as needed.
• Ability to frequently use telephone, computer, copier, and small hand tools, i.e., stapler, scissors, etc.
• Ability to work with occasional loud noises and disruptions.
• Ability to locate information that is listed alphabetically and numerically.
• Ability to follow instructions.
• Ability to work independently or with minimal supervision.
• Ability work outdoors with various temperature changes.
• Ability to walk for long periods of time or great distances.
• Ability to effectively maintain relationships with clients and coworkers, and to deal with the public in a tactful and courteous manner.
• Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 30 credit hours in a related science field.
• Certified Environmental Health Professional in the OSTDS program or Registered Sanitarian Certification FEHA or NEHA as required by Florida Statute 381.0101. Certification must be maintained every two years as required by Florida Statute.
• Certification in accordance with Section 381.0101, Florida Statutes, for performing environmental health and sanitary evaluations in a primary program area of environmental health. Requirements for certification include a bachelor’s degree from an US accredited college or university with major coursework in environmental health, environmental science, or a physical or biological science.
• Possess a valid driver’s license and have a motor vehicle to carry out these duties.
• Ability to learn and communicate effectively, orally and in writing, in English.

Responsibilities

• Supervising Environmental Specialists involved in the prevention of disease transmission caused by environmental factors and epidemiological investigation of illness outbreaks.
• Administering, operating, enforcing, and quality controlling assigned environmental programs.
• Communicating with, motivating, training, and evaluating employees.
• Planning and directing employees’ work.
• Developing performance expectations, meeting with staff regularly to discuss performance, completing performance reviews, maintaining vacation and work schedules, ensuring proper coverage, and completing timesheets.
• Supervising subordinates specializing in environmental health programs associated with Chapter 62-6, Onsite Sewage Treatment and Disposal Systems (OSTDS), mobile home/RV parks, and sanitary investigations.
• Conducting “day with” quality assurance investigations with each subordinate at least once every six months.
• Implementing performance corrective action plans as needed.
• Reviewing all inspection records and support documents generated by supervised staff.
• Assisting the OSTDS coordinator with quality assurance monitoring, process improvement, review of residential and commercial applications, and coordination of pre-service and in-service training.
• Overseeing and supervising specialists assigned Specialty System programs within OSTDS, including review of new systems, permitting, inspecting, pre and post paperwork, maintenance entity regulation, associated fees, generating reports, and enforcement regulation.
• Overseeing and supervising specialists regulating OSTDS Septic Tank Abandonment Program.
• Initiating notices for delinquent properties and assuring enforcement policy is followed for violators.
• Providing guidance and direction to direct reports.
• Ensuring all staff complete required training and are offered additional training.
• Conferring with state, city, and county officials, contractors, professional engineers, and community business personnel regarding OSTDS matters.
• Attending meetings as requested or required.
• Maintaining a county vehicle inventory list, including proper maintenance and reporting of any mechanical or body problems and cleanliness.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

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
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Tuition waivers

What This Job Offers

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