ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGER - SES - 37021004

Requisition No: 832290 

Agency: Environmental Protection

Working Title: ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGER - SES - 37021004

 Pay Plan: SES

Position Number: 37021004 

Salary:  $55,000 - $58,000 yearly (commensurate based on experience) 

Posting Closing Date: 07/12/2024 

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ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGER - SES

State of Florida

Department of Environmental Protection

Anticipated Vacancy

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 create strong community partnerships, safeguard Florida’s natural resources and enhance its ecosystem. 

The Work You Will Do:

ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGER-SES (37021004)

State Revolving Fund Drinking Water Program

The position is responsible for providing supervisory support for the State Revolving Fund project managers to assure compliance with Title VI of the Clean Water Act, Section 1452 of the Safe Drinking Water Act, Chapter 403.1835, F.S., Chapter 403.8532 F.S., and the Small Community Wastewater Grants program authorized under Chapter 403.1835 F.S. The incumbent will directly supervise 2 positions: Environmental Specialist III, and an Environmental Consultant.

The Difference You Will Make:

You will help project managers track and document in the State Revolving Fund Drinking Water and Clean Water Programs.

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.

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.

• Percentage of time required to travel to perform mission critical duties, less than 10%.

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:

$55,000 - $58,000 yearly (commensurate based on experience)

Your Specific Responsibilities:

The position is responsible for providing supervisory support for the State Revolving Fund project managers to assure compliance with Title VI of the Clean Water Act, Section 1452 of the Safe Drinking Water Act, Chapter 403.1835, F.S., Chapter 403.8532 F.S., and the Small Community Wastewater Grants program authorized under Chapter 403.1835 F.S.

- Incumbent will communicate, motivate, and evaluate the direct work performance of direct reporting subordinates, and responsible for attendance and leave of subordinates.

- Manages staff who conduct inspections for the State Revolving Fund program, including interim construction inspections, final administrative close-out inspections, preconstruction, and pre-bid meetings in support of the project managers and in compliance with Chapters 62-503, 62-505, and 62-552, F.A.C.

- Coordinates and tracks all inspection activities, ensuring inspections are conducted timely and consistently, working with State Revolving (SRF) project managers to ensure compliance with their projects and updates inspection staff accordingly.

- Ensures database and files are up to date regarding SRF program inspection dates and documents.

- Oversee and assist project managers and inspectors with document filing and tracking related to compliance with federal requirements for construction projects, including Buy American Building America (BABA), American Iron & Steel (AIS), and the Davis Bacon Act.

- Oversee and assist project managers with application and tracking of waiver requests for BABA and AIS.

- 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 requirement

- Oversee and assist with the Drinking Water Needs Survey by providing any updated CIP and future project needs documents to Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (DWSRF) program administrator for use in upcoming needs surveys.

- Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of:

• the concepts, terminology, principles, of construction management
• public works financing concepts and terminology
• governmental funding programs for public works
• environmental problems and mitigation thereof

Ability to:

• communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• plan, organize, prioritize, coordinate, and carry out work assignments
• understand and apply applicable rules, policies, and procedures
• establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
• Ability to demonstrate a high level of computer competency

Skilled in professional use of Microsoft Office Suite.

Other Job-Related Requirements for this Position:

• A valid driver’s license.
• Obtain and maintain a Florida Certified Contract Manager Certification within one year of hire.
• 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.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of stormwater, wastewater, and drinking water treatment practices and nonpoint source pollution management.
• Experience in managing state agreements and contracts and the state procurement process.
• Knowledge of environmental issues and laws, especially as they relate to water and ecosystem issues in Florida.
• Excellent communication and people skills.
• Excellent 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_VeteransPreference@dep.state.fl.us

HR_Recruitment@FloridaDEP.gov

For questions concerning this position, please contact:

Eric Meyers, Program Administrator, SES

Eric.V.Meyers@FloridaDEP.gov

Ph. 850-245-2969

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.