Job Description

NOTE: TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS VACANCY, ALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY ONLINE AT: HTTP://AGENCY.GOVERNMENTJOBS.COM/ALACHUA/DEFAULT.CFM

SALARY: $74,505.60 ANNUALLY

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.  A valid State of Florida Driver's 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 record shows more than 3 moving traffic violations, and/or a conviction/pending charge for driving under the influence, the minimum qualifications are not met for the position. Applicants within six months of meeting the education/experience requirement may be considered for trainee status.

 Position Summary:

This is highly responsible professional/administrative and supervisory work in environmental science and engineering within the Alachua County Environmental Protection Department. This is an emergency essential classification. Upon declaration of a disaster and/or emergency, all employees in this classification are required to work. 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.

 Examples of Duties:

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS FOR ALL ENVIRONMENTAL PROGRAM SUPERVISORS

Exudes a positive customer service focus.   Advocates building organizational culture through aligning decisions with core values including: integrity, honesty, respect, diversity, innovation, accountability and communication.

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. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS FOR THE LAND CONSERVATION AND MANAGEMENT PROGRAM SUPERVISOR   Develops and coordinates contracts and agreements for stewardship and site development activities with private contractors and government agencies.   Prepares and submits land management plans, business plans, and reports to the Land Conservation and Management Director, County Manager, citizen advisory boards, and the County Commission.   Conducts and reviews field inspections to determine compliance with ordinances, Commission-adopted management plans and conservation easements.   Oversees the development and maintenance of GIS and other data management systems to document and track natural and human-constructed features on managed lands.   Ensures the safe operation of the preserve system, including the maintenance of the trails and infrastructure, and the use of prescribed fire.     ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS FOR THE HAZARDOUS MATERIALS PROGRAM SUPERVISOR   May assist with obtaining and managing grant funded projects.   Provides technical assistance in emergency situations involving hazardous materials.   Reviews permit applications; conducts on-site inspections to ensure facility is operating in an environmentally acceptable manner.   Conducts technical reviews and inspections of landfill monitoring data, underground tank sites, site plans and hazardous waste generators to determine compliance with ordinances and regulations and status of condition of site.     ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS FOR THE PETROLEUM PROGRAM SUPERVISOR   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.     ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS FOR THE WATER RESOURCES PROGRAM SUPERVISOR   Negotiates agreements, grants, and contracts with State and federal granting, partner agencies, nonprofits and private vendors.   Prepares reports and presentations for the County Commission, County leadership, and stakeholders. Represents Alachua County during professional conferences, meetings, and task forces.   Reviews on-site inspections to determine violations; reviews progress on violation compliance, refers to proper authority for enforcement action regarding those that do not comply.   Tracks legislative items related to water conservation, water quality, water use, irrigation fertilizer and related issues at the State and Federal level.     ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS FOR THE NATURAL RESOURCES PROGRAM SUPERVISOR   Reviews on-site inspections to determine violations; reviews progress on violation compliance, refers to proper authority for enforcement action regarding those that do not apply.   Conducts technical reviews and inspections of land use and zoning proposals and site plans to determine compliance with ordinances and regulations and status or condition of sites.   Prepares reports and presentations for the County Commission, County leadership, and stakeholders.   Represents Alachua County during professional conferences, meetings, and task forces.     Tracks legislative items related to natural resource protection, wetland and surface water regulations, and related issues at the State and Federal level. 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. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES 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 employees. Ability to develop and implement goals, objectives, policies and procedures for program area. Ability to monitor and adhere to budget constraints; ability to develop new funding sources. Ability to apply engineering principles and methods; ability to research and investigate problems and bring them to resolution.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, county employees and the general public.

Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to operate a motor vehicle in order to conduct field tests, inspections, and investigations to obtain data for use in determining code compliance, sources of, and methods for, controlling County-wide environmental pollutants (Hazardous Materials Program Supervisor).   Ability to understand state water rules, regulations, and funding mechanisms and how they apply to water quality and water quantity (Water Resources Program Supervisor).   Ability to collaborate with partners from universities, utilities, local governments, state agencies, extension, and private industry (Water Resources Program Supervisor).

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit, and use hands to finger, handle or feel. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; reach with hands and arms, and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals, and outdoor weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is moderate.

Company Description

Alachua County is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer. Alachua County gives preference in initial employment to eligible veterans and spouses of disabled veterans. Alachua County's mission is to provide responsive service to citizens and responsible stewardship of county resources for current and future generations. NOTE: TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS VACANCY, ALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY ONLINE AT: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/alachua/default.cfm.