ENVIRONMENTAL SUPERVISOR IV- 37010340

State of Florida • Brent, FL

2d • $4,735 • Onsite

About The Position

The Environmental Supervisor IV, position number 37010340, is in the Division of Environmental Assessment and Restoration’s Water Quality Monitoring Program in Pensacola and is responsible for managing all aspects of monitoring activities in the Northwest Regional Operation Center (NWROC), consisting of five professional staff members supporting ambient water sampling projects. This position provides leadership, technical oversight, and operational direction to ensure quality data is collected for the determination of the health and restoration of Florida’s waters.

This professional environmental position within the Division of Environmental Assessment and Restoration (DEAR) is responsible for managing, coordinating, and conducting monitoring and assessment activities within their regional office. The role includes managing staff and office operations, performing field-based biological and water quality assessments, completing office-based planning and administrative duties, and carrying out data analysis and data management responsibilities.

Spends majority of their time communicating with, motivating, training, and evaluating employees; and planning and directing employees’ work, and has the authority to hire, transfer, suspend, lay off, recall, promote, discharge, assign, reward, or discipline subordinate employees or effectively recommend such action. Perform supervisory duties including identifying, developing, and mentoring staff to foster leaders. Conduct performance evaluations and prepare performance plans as directed by the Division. Take a proactive approach to addressing poor performance by providing regular feedback, coaching, and additional training opportunities, as well as implementing improvement plans when necessary. Facilitate open communication to understand underlying challenges, offer guidance, and encourage professional development. For top performers, recognize achievements through public acknowledgment, recommend them for advanced projects or leadership roles, and support their participation in specialized training and development programs to further enhance their skills and visibility. Ensure accurate tracking of time and attendance for all subordinates. Attend program training as necessary and assist in the onboarding and training of new personnel.

Directs and provides oversight of staff responsibilities in all aspects of regional monitoring activities for the Water Quality Monitoring Program (WQMP). Ensures that all aspects of the Water Quality Monitoring Program’s Status and Trend Networks, Strategic Monitoring, TMDL, BMAP, and any other assigned monitoring plans are implemented, and data quality objectives are met in the most efficient and timely manner. Ensure that monitoring plans are implemented in coordination with project liaisons/coordinators located in Tallahassee. Responsible for the completion of all monitoring projects within the assigned project deadlines. Manage and oversees all field staff activities in all aspects, including ensuring full adherence to establish Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), of their work including sample collection, handling and processing; data management, review, entry into DEP databases and interpretation; report writing, quality assurance and any response operation activities (i.e., fish kills, complaint investigations, etc.). Ensures general administrative functions are accomplished (for example, proper handling of correspondence, adequate office equipment and supplies, and responsible and efficient use of Department resources).

Oversee and participates in all aspects of the Program’s monitoring activities in their regional office. Water quality sampling is conducted on both surface and groundwater. Biological assessments may include taxonomic analysis of freshwater, estuarine and marine flora and fauna.
Participation in DEP training and certifications are required to conduct water quality data collection and specialized floral and faunal biological assessments, including the Stream Condition Index, Rapid Periphyton Survey, Lake Vegetation Index, Linear Vegetation Survey, and Stream and Lake Habitat Assessments.

Provides technical assistance to the local DEP District with sampling and other monitoring or bioassessment needs. Coordinates complaint investigations as requested for non-point source or point source related water pollution violations, such as fish kills, algae blooms, reports of odor, foam, etc. These activities should be coordinated through the regional manager, and prior approval should be acquired. Responds in a timely manner to inquiries from the public, the media, and elected officials, local governments, per established agency guidelines and procedures. Provides action item reply within required time frames.
Keeps the Environmental Administrator informed of section activities and concerns, responds to the Environmental Administrator in a timely manner and performs other duties as required, including representing in their absence.
May volunteer to snorkel. Boater safety training is required.
Performs other duties as required.

Requirements

• Skilled in managing conflict and in negotiating mutually acceptable outcomes.
• Skilled in leadership and management of employees.
• Knowledge of leadership and teamwork concepts.
• Knowledge of Department water quality standards and criteria.
• Knowledge of chemical and biological field collection methods.
• Skilled in utilization and maintenance of water quality field instruments necessary for water and biological data collection.
• Ability to collect, evaluate, analyze, and interpret scientific or technical data.
• Skilled with interacting with the public in a courteous and respectful manner.
• Skilled in use of ESRI GIS software, MS Office software; Word, Access, Excel, PowerPoint, and DEP proprietary software; SBIO, LIMS and the Report Tracker.
• Skilled in aquatic floral and/or faunal biological assessments.
• Ability to complete complicated or repetitive tasks accurately and efficiently.
• Ability to carry 40-pounds while walking ten minutes (100 yards) over uneven terrain.
• Ability to accomplish (and lead others to accomplish) worthwhile, measurable results.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to be a team player and builder, working well independently and in groups.
• Ability to be comfortable speaking in public, as needed.
• Ability to determine work priorities and ensure proper completion of work assignments, including tracking of assignments.
• Ability to be adaptable, flexible, resourceful and to maintain a positive outlook.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to operate boats.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• At least eight years of verifiable related experience in chemistry, environmental science, natural sciences, biological sciences, physical sciences, environmental policy, or public health.
• At least one year of experience must be as a supervisor, coordinator, project manager/coordinator/lead, program manager, team lead, team trainer, or have completed relevant managerial/leadership training.
• Post-secondary degrees from an accredited college or university with a major in chemistry, environmental science, natural sciences, biological sciences, physical sciences, environmental policy, or public health may be used as an alternative for seven of the required eight years of experience on a year-for-year basis.
• Boater safety training is required.

Nice To Haves

• May volunteer to snorkel.

Responsibilities

• Managing all aspects of monitoring activities in the Northwest Regional Operation Center (NWROC).
• Providing leadership, technical oversight, and operational direction to ensure quality data is collected.
• Managing staff and office operations.
• Performing field-based biological and water quality assessments.
• Completing office-based planning and administrative duties.
• Carrying out data analysis and data management responsibilities.
• Communicating with, motivating, training, and evaluating employees.
• Planning and directing employees’ work.
• Hiring, transferring, suspending, laying off, recalling, promoting, discharging, assigning, rewarding, or disciplining subordinate employees or effectively recommending such action.
• Identifying, developing, and mentoring staff to foster leaders.
• Conducting performance evaluations and preparing performance plans.
• Addressing poor performance by providing regular feedback, coaching, and additional training opportunities, and implementing improvement plans.
• Facilitating open communication to understand underlying challenges, offer guidance, and encourage professional development.
• Recognizing achievements of top performers and supporting their development.
• Ensuring accurate tracking of time and attendance for all subordinates.
• Attending program training and assisting in the onboarding and training of new personnel.
• Directing and providing oversight of staff responsibilities in all aspects of regional monitoring activities for the Water Quality Monitoring Program (WQMP).
• Ensuring implementation of monitoring plans and achievement of data quality objectives.
• Coordinating monitoring plan implementation with project liaisons/coordinators.
• Completing all monitoring projects within assigned project deadlines.
• Managing and overseeing all field staff activities, including adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Ensuring proper handling of correspondence, adequate office equipment and supplies, and responsible use of Department resources.
• Overseeing and participating in all aspects of the Program’s monitoring activities.
• Conducting water quality sampling on both surface and groundwater.
• Performing biological assessments, including taxonomic analysis of freshwater, estuarine and marine flora and fauna.
• Providing technical assistance to the local DEP District with sampling and other monitoring or bioassessment needs.
• Coordinating complaint investigations for water pollution violations.
• Responding to inquiries from the public, media, and elected officials.
• Keeping the Environmental Administrator informed of section activities and concerns.
• Representing the Environmental Administrator in their absence.
• Volunteering to snorkel.
• Performing other duties as required.

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
• Tuition waivers

What This Job Offers

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