ENVIRONMENTAL SUPERVISOR I - SES - 42001436

Requisition No: 863437 

Agency: Agriculture and Consumer Services

Working Title: ENVIRONMENTAL SUPERVISOR I - SES - 42001436

 Pay Plan: SES

Position Number: 42001436 

Salary:  $50,000.08 - $55,000.14 

Posting Closing Date: 10/27/2025 

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ENVIRONMENTAL SUPERVISOR I - SES

FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND CONSUMER SERVICES

DIVISION OF PLANT INDUSTRY

***OPEN COMPETITIVE OPPORTUNITY***

CONTACT:

Kelly Douglas, Phone (352) 395-4715

MINIMUM 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.

EDUCATIONAL NOTE: Graduates utilizing education attained in the United States to meet the minimum requirements of a position will not be appointed until verification of the applicable degree has been obtained. Foreign trained graduates utilizing a degree attained outside of the United States to meet the minimum requirements of a position must be prepared to provide a copy of a credential evaluation conducted by an Approved Credential Evaluation Agency.  A list of approved agencies can be viewed at “Approved Credential Evaluation Agencies, Florida Department of Education.” Approved Credential Evaluation Agencies (fldoe.org) 

***ATTENTION CANDIDATES***

To be considered for a position with the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services:

• All fields in the Candidate Profile must be completed (an attached resume is not a substitution for the information required on the candidate profile).
• Work history, duties and responsibilities, hours worked, supervisor, and formal education fields, etc. must be filled out to determine qualifications for this position.
• Responses to Qualifying Questions must be verifiable in the Candidate Profile.
  
  

The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services values
and supports employment of individuals with disabilities. Qualified
individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Public Applicator’s License, Federal Accredited Certification Official (ACO) certified.

Must obtain restricted-use pesticide license within six months of initial employment and must maintain licensure thereafter.

Moderate travel, including overnight and sometimes up to two weeks at a time on an emergency program, required.

This position has regulatory responsibilities and is subject to the provisions of s. 112.313, Florida Statutes, and Section 60L-36.003, Florida Administrative Code.

NOTES:

To maintain fairness and integrity in our hiring process, the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to answer qualifying questions or participate in interviews is strictly prohibited. Applicants must provide their own, authentic responses during all stages of the evaluation and recruitment process. Any candidate found using AI to assist in their answers will be disqualified from consideration.

Successful applicant must pass a background screening, including fingerprinting, as a condition of employment.

JOB DUTIES:

This is a professional supervisory position responsible for planning, assigning, supervising, and directing the activities of Environmental Specialists and OPS staff members in the protection, certification, and regulation of all native and cultivated flora within the state of Florida.

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.

Evaluates subordinates’ workload to maintain equity and efficiency. 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.  Efficiently carries out employee selection actions when vacancies are to be filled.

Acts as liaison between the supervisor and the field activities of their staff.

Provides training and orientation of new employees in all Division program areas: Nursery and Stock Dealer Regulations, Fruit Fly Detection, Protection of Native Flora, Plant Pest Detection in native and cultivated flora, Export Certification requirements and Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES), Phytosanitary Certificate Issuance & Tracking System (PCIT) federal computer program for export certification, Burrowing Nematode Regulations of various states and foreign countries, Imported Fire Ant and other Federal Domestic Quarantines, federal Post Entry Quarantines, state and federal Prohibited Noxious Weed regulations, Plant and Commodity Treatment Requirements, Cut Flower, Citrus and Safety training. Provides additional training for subordinates as needed.

Conducts Quality Control (QC) assessments of subordinates’ and federal cooperators’ Fruit Fly detection activities. Ensures that all Fruit Fly Detection activities are conducted on time and within the parameters of the program. Participates and ensures the proper conductance of other exotic pest detection (trapping) activities, including European Corn Borer, and others, as required. Participates in after-hour Agricultural Inspection Station calls on a scheduled basis.

Investigates and resolves complaints and problems that arise in assigned area. Assists Environmental Specialists and OPS personnel in investigations and the submission of reports of violations of Division regulations and Florida Statutes. Ensures that subordinates are familiar with and follow procedures outlined in the Division Safety Manual.

Conducts periodic workshops to disseminate information. Gives presentations to industry and the public on Division activities and policies as required. Participates on various committees as appropriate.

During emergency programs, assists in the planning, organizing, and directing of state and federal personnel in plant pest activities with other governmental agencies. Perform duties as directed when assigned to the Incident Command System (ICS). Be prepared to relocate out of assigned area for periods of time.

Approves and processes monthly encumbrances on rentals, utilities, and other services. Compiles and submits a monthly report of area activities to the supervisor. Maintains current file on regional flora, agricultural crops, and potentially economic or devastating plant pests for assigned area. Ensures that subordinates have adequate equipment and facilities with which to complete their assigned duties. Ensures that equipment assigned to field staff is maintained in good working condition.

Assist subordinates with vehicle and office maintenance needs and resolved problems. Investigates accidents and injuries to subordinates. Conducts job safety analysis per Division Safety Manual. Maintains office and personnel inventories and assignments.

Performs other work as directed.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of terminology, principles, and analytical techniques of natural and horticultural sciences.
• Knowledge of each employee’s district responsibilities and requirements.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and division policy, rules, and regulations used in Plant Inspection.
• Skill in computer and office technology, including the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to apply all of the aforementioned rules and regulations.
• Ability to interpret scientific data.
• Ability to assume the duties of each district as needed.
• Ability to motivate, train, and supervise employees.
• Ability to communicate effectively with employees and the public, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to determine work priorities, assign work and follow up on completion of work.
• Ability to resolve problems and make decisions.
• Ability to handle and transport 25 lb. objects.
• Ability to work in extreme hot and cold temperatures.
• Ability to conduct inspections in natural and cultivated areas with uneven ground.
  
  

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida

Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck.  The State’s total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including:

• 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;
• And more!
  
  

For a complete list of benefits, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com.

For an estimate of the total compensation package for this position, please visit the “Total Compensation Estimator Tool” located above under the “Posting Closing Date.”

SPECIAL NOTES:

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.