Environmental Program Supervisor

Bachelor's degree in environmental or natural science, civil or environmental engineering, geology, hydrology or related field and three years progressively responsible professional environmental related experience of which one year must be supervisory; or an equivalent combination of related training and experience. Applicants within six months of meeting the education/experience requirement may be considered for trainee status.

A Valid Florida Driver License is required and a Motor Vehicle Record that meets the requirements of Alachua County policy #6-7;
Motor Vehicle Records will be reviewed prior to employment. If, in the past 24-month period, the applicants Motor Vehicle Record has more than three (3) moving traffic infractions or three (3) or more at fault motor vehicle accidents (or combination of both and /or a conviction/pending charge for driving under the influence) or is in violation of any standard mandated by Federal or State Law or Regulation, the minimum qualifications are not met for the position.

Successful completion of all applicable background checks pre-hire and ongoing are required.

This is highly responsible professional/administrative and supervisory work in environmental science and engineering within the Alachua County Environmental Protection Department.

An employee assigned to this classification is responsible for the supervision and coordination of a variety of County-wide environmental protection programs and staff. Work is performed under the direction of a higher level supervisor and is reviewed through conferences, reports and observation of results obtained.

• This is an emergency essential classification. Upon declaration of a disaster and/or emergency, all employees in this classification are required to work.
• Exudes a positive customer service focus.
• Advocates building organizational culture through aligning decisions with the County's core values.
• Supervises and coordinates the activities of subordinate employees including determining work procedures and schedules; issuing instructions and assigning duties; reviewing work; recommending personnel actions; conducting performance reviews; and conducting departmental training and orientation.
• Develops, recommends and implements policies and operating procedures for program area.
• Maintains familiarity with local state and federal regulations; ensures compliance with regulations affecting program area.
• Responds to complaints or requests for information from members of the public and elected officials.
• Prepares, submits and tracks budget for program area.
• Supervises and coordinates the day to day operation of the Program.
• Develops Program priorities and directs activities to accomplish goals.
• Establishes internal policies for the Program.
• Provides information on Program to the public and news media.
• Drives a County and/or personal vehicle to perform required duties.
• Engages with citizens, stakeholders and other interested parties to provide information and education about the program.
• Performs the duties listed, as well as those assigned, with professionalism and a sense of urgency.

• Negotiates agreements and contracts with State and other partner agencies and private vendors.
• Tracks the legislature and State budget process to monitor impacts to the program.
• Maintains performance tracking mechanisms and invoicing processes for programs to accurately track program goals and objectives to meet or exceed FDEP performance targets.
• Represents Alachua County during professional conferences, meetings, and task forces.

NOTE:

These examples are intended only as illustrations of the various kinds of work performed in positions allocated to this class. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

• Thorough knowledge of local ordinances, state laws and federal regulations governing environmental issues.
• Thorough knowledge of hazardous materials management, hazardous waste regulations and site rehabilitation and cleanup practices (Hazardous Materials Program Supervisor).
• Considerable knowledge of State petroleum programs and regulations (Petroleum Program Supervisor).
• Knowledge of north central Florida geology and hydrogeology (Petroleum Program Supervisor).
• Knowledge of effective supervisory techniques and modern principles and practices of administration and organization.
• Knowledge of Alachua County’s creeks, lakes, springs, and groundwater resources (Water Resources Program Supervisor).
• Knowledge of water conservation strategies and landscaping practices (Water Resources Program Supervisor).
• Knowledge of Alachua County’s natural and water resources, archaeological history and geology (Natural Resources Program Supervisor).
• Skill in the operation of motor vehicles.
• Ability to effectively supervise and coordinate the activities of subordinate…