ENVIRONMENTAL ADMINISTRATOR-SES - 42003018

Requisition No: 860044 

Agency: Agriculture and Consumer Services

Working Title: ENVIRONMENTAL ADMINISTRATOR-SES - 42003018

 Pay Plan: SES

Position Number: 42003018 

Salary:  $70,000.00 - $80,000.00 

Posting Closing Date: 09/11/2025 

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ENVIRONMENTAL ADMINISTRATOR - SES

FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND CONSUMER SERVICES

DIVISION OF FOOD SAFETY
DIRECTOR’S OFFICE

***OPEN COMPETITVE OPPORTUNITY***

CONTACT:

Dr. Matthew Curran (850) 245-5547, Matthew.Curran@FDACS.gov

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in chemistry or biology and five (5) years of professional experience as a chemist or biologist; or

A master's degree from an accredited college or university in chemistry or biology and four (4) years of professional experience as described above; or

A doctorate from an accredited college or university in chemistry or biology and two (2) years of professional experience as described above;

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:

Occasional travel required.

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:

The incumbent spends majority of their time communicating with, motivating, providing, or coordinating training, and directing the work of subordinates.  In addition, the incumbent must complete timely performance appraisals, develop accurate work plans, and timely approve attendance and leave for each subordinate. Incumbent has the authority to make recommendations for special pay increases, reclassifications, hiring, and disciplinary actions, when appropriate.

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.

Supervises the division’s rules and forms coordinator/records management liaison. Ensure that the administration of the division’s rulemaking, forms and records management processes are compliant with applicable rules, statutory requirements, department policies and procedures, and that they are completed in a timely manner.  Consult with the department’s forms/records coordinator, Office of General Counsel, and the Department of State to identify and resolve possible areas of concern and to ensure that the line of communication remains open and that the division’s processes are current and compliant.

Supervises the division’s safety officer. Ensures that the division meets all applicable safety requirements and regulations. This includes, but not limited to, office safety, lab safety, and hazardous waste handling and disposal. Report any safety issues or concerns to the assistant director and director immediately upon discovery.

Responsible for researching any topics assigned by the division director or assistant director, scientific and otherwise, and reporting back to the division director and assistant director by the assigned deadline. The research may include issues related to food safety or policy and procedure. Coordinate any applicable research with the appropriate bureau(s), divisions/offices or outside entities. Present research reports in a legible and succinct manner. Responsible for monitoring and tracking legislation.  Review, analyze, research legislative issues, and prepare draft analysis of the projected effect of any proposed legislation or action.  Monitor legislative calendars and notify management of scheduled committee and legislative meetings.  Prepare final report of legislative action affecting division’s procedures, rules, and forms.  Maintain statute/rule folders on shared network to ensure division staff has immediate access to current law.

Responsible for improving operating practices and procedures by promoting collaborations, team-building, and effectively interacting and coordinating with bureau chiefs/administrators/supervisors of other sections. Suggests improvements to existing procedures and participates in development of new policies, procedures, or methods.

Performs special assignments, research, collects data, prepares reports, makes recommendations to management. Performs other related duties and tasks as required by the director. 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of department policy and procedure.
• Knowledge of Chapter 120, Florida Statutes, and the administrative rulemaking process.
• Skill in using Microsoft Power Point, Word, Excel, Smartsheet, SharePoint, and Outlook.
• Knowledge of chemical or biological research techniques.
• Knowledge of the Florida Administrative Code.
• Knowledge of office and laboratory safety procedures (including hazardous waste management).
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to compile, organize and analyze data and make recommendations.
• Ability to conduct scientific research and construct concise scientific reports.
• Ability to present scientific data in a manner that can be understood by non-scientific professionals.
• Ability to supervise individuals.
• Ability to work unsupervised.
• Ability to comprehend the Florida Administrative Code and Florida Statutes.
• Recommended applicant should be highly organized and very detailed in work performance. 

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.