ENVIRONMENTAL ADMINISTRATOR - SES - 37021002

Requisition No: 847156 

Agency: Environmental Protection

Working Title: ENVIRONMENTAL ADMINISTRATOR - SES - 37021002

 Pay Plan: SES

Position Number: 37021002 

Salary:  $60,121.08 - $67,125.00 annually (commensurate based on experience) 

Posting Closing Date: 03/24/2025 

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ENVIRONMENTAL ADMINISTRATOR-SES

State of Florida

Department of Environmental Protection

Internal Agency Only

Our Organization and Mission:

The Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is the state’s lead agency for environmental management and stewardship - protecting our air, water and land. The vision of DEP is to advance Florida’s position as a world leader in protecting natural resources while growing the state’s economy. 

The Work You Will Do:

ENVIRONMENTAL ADMINISTRATOR-SES (37021002)

Organization:  Springs & Watershed Restoration Program, within the Division of Water Restoration Assistance

This position will supervise Springs & Watershed Restoration Program Environmental Specialists and coordinate the activities of the program’s employees to facilitate the development, execution and management of grant agreements for springs restoration and other water quality related projects. This individual will provide technical supervision over the grant managers to assist with grant-related questions and provide guidance on best practices. They will also act as grant manager for selected projects, conduct quality control review of grant agreements, track grant program budgets, and coordinate activities with the Program Administrator.

The Difference You Will Make:

You will manage grant programs within DEP for a division specifically tasked with improving environmental outcomes in the state. You will manage the program to ensure that selected projects around the State are funded. The position also aids and coordinates with the other program areas of the Division in pursuit of the overall mission to preserve, restore and protect the water quality of Florida.

How You Will Grow:

DEP encourages its leaders to constantly innovate and seek efficiencies. We believe in supporting and encouraging you as you take on important and often complex projects while offering you the opportunity to gain valuable experience quickly.

The following duties will help you grow and develop efficiencies and improvements:

•      Lead a team and manage day-to-day operations

•      Work with a team that encourages growth at professional and program levels

Where You Will Work:

Division of Water Restoration Assistance

Douglas Building

3900 Commonwealth Boulevard

Tallahassee, FL 32399

Tallahassee, Florida’s Capitol City, lined with rolling hills, oak trees, and canopied roads combines old world charm with a modern pace of life. Home to two major universities as well as state government, Tallahassee is a mid-sized city in the heart of Florida’s Big Bend. It is located less than an hour from Gulf of Mexico beaches, the Apalachicola National Forest, the St. Marks Wildlife Refuge, and waterbodies like bays, creeks, rivers, and springs to explore. No state income tax for residents of Florida.

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 click www.myfrs.com);
• Flexible Spending Accounts;
• Tuition waivers;
• And more!

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

Pay:

$60,121.08 - $67,125.00 annually (commensurate based on experience)

Your Specific Responsibilities:

In carrying out the duties of this position, the incumbent is expected at all times to be aware of and abide by the Department’s Standards of Conduct, as well as any and all departmental and/or work unit rules, directives, policies, procedures, and/or general orders applicable to performing the duties of this position. Compliance with the processing requirements of Chapter 215.422, F.S. is mandatory. Persistent failure to comply with this section by any agency of the state shall constitute good cause for discharge of employees duly found responsible, or predominantly responsible, for failure to comply.

This position supervises Springs and Watershed Restoration Program project managers and facilitates the development and execution of grant agreements. This individual will provide technical supervision over the grant managers, act as grant manager for selected projects, conduct quality control review of grant agreements, and coordinate activities with the Program Administrator. Monitors work performance of direct reports, including periodic written evaluations and discussions; counseling to develop skills and correct deficiencies; recognizing employee accomplishments; and recommending timely disciplinary actions as needed. Reviews 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.

Spends majority of their time communicating with, motivating, training, and evaluating employees, and planning and directing employees’ work, and who have the authority to hire, transfer, suspend, lay off, recall, promote, discharge, assign, reward, or discipline subordinate employees or effectively recommend such action.

Supervise staff and provide guidance and direction to ensure the proper review of scopes of work, agreements, reimbursement requests, supporting documentation, and other documents and information to complete program projects in accordance with programmatic requirements and grant agreements. Supervise the preparation of financial assistance agreements, amendments, and related documents.

Work with the Program Administrator to develop rules and operating procedures to promote programmatic effectiveness. Assist with information requests, intergovernmental reviews, special projects, correspondence, and coordination between the department and outside agencies and stakeholders.

Implement accountability and standard operating procedures related to program activities. Track programmatic activities and develop reports on metrics and project activities and outcomes. Formulate process improvements and procedures to improve personnel effectiveness and completion of work assignments.

Coordinate with the Program Administrator concerning appropriate financial management procedures. Assist with the tracking and reporting of financial information for grant funds. Respond to financial and program information requests from the public and outside agencies.

Develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with local, state, and federal agencies, local governmental entities, consulting engineers and other consultants, and other outside parties and stakeholders regarding program project requirements.

Performs other duties, as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of:

• administrative principles and practices
• the methods of data collection, scientific principles and grant funding

Skill in:

• short-range and long-range program project planning
• solving technical and administrative problems and making decisions
• proving effective leadership, vision, and motivation of staff
• the principles and practices of supervision and management
• Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word and Excel

Ability to:

• plan, organize, prioritize, coordinate and direct program activities and work assignments for successful, timely completion
• work independently, communicate effectively, as well as develop and assess budgetary needs
• establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
• understand and apply applicable, rules, statutes, regulations, policies and procedures relating to environmental programs
• understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures relating to grants management activities
• review and create policies and procedures that comply with applicable department requirements
• use spreadsheets to analyze information and generate reports, charts and graphs
• evaluate and analyze data relating to grants management activities
• develop and organize data into logical format for presentation in reports, proposals and other written documents

Minimum Qualifications:

• A Valid driver’s license
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university; or any combination of post-secondary education or verifiable related experience, as described above, for a total of four years.
• Obtain and maintain valid and active Florida Contract Manager Certification within 1 year of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental, engineering, natural sciences, or business/finance management.           
• Highly skilled in project and grant management to include reviewing project invoice submissions, approving deliverables and tracking project timelines.
• Already has a valid Florida Certified Contract Manager (FCCM).
• Knowledge of environmental issues and laws, especially as they relate to water and ecosystem issues in Florida.
• Ability to conduct business or process analysis.
• Experience with management of funding.
• Experience with environmental data management
• Superior organization and time management skills. 

POSITION OF SPECIAL TRUST REQUIREMENT:

This position is designated as a Position of Special Trust in accordance with DEP-422 (Positions of Special Trust or Responsibility). Any applicant being considered for employment must successfully complete a Level 2 State and National criminal history check as a condition of employment before beginning employment, and also be screened in accordance with the requirements of Chapter 435, F.S.  No applicant may begin employment until the background screening results are received, reviewed for any disqualifying offenses, and approved by the Agency. 

DEP is committed to successfully recruiting and onboarding talented and skilled individuals into its workforce. We recognize the extensive training, experience, and transferrable skills that veterans and individuals with disabilities bring to the workforce. Veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to contact our recruiter for guidance and answers to questions through the following email addresses:

HR_Recruitment@FloridaDEP.gov

Contact: Nathan Jagoda

Nathan.Jagoda@FloridaDEP.gov   

850-245-2946

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.