Field Operations Supervisor (0155)

Work for Our Water Resources.

Help protect one of Florida's most vital resources - water - with a career at the Southwest Florida Water Management District (District).

The District is a government agency whose mission is to protect water resources, minimize flood risks, and ensure the public's water needs are met. We serve a population of nearly 6 million people in west-central Florida as directed by state law.

Join our Operations Bureau

Support the District's Operations Bureau by using your field operations expertise. This position will be responsible for the maintenance of District conservation lands which includes prescribed burn support, fence replacement, buildings, and recreation sites, preparing field reports and managing the section's work order system. The Field Operations Supervisor coordinates inspection schedules and maintenance plans for District roads, culverts, bridges, airboat slides, and data collection sites. This position will participate in all aspects of District emergency operations. You'll have the chance to work with a wide range of teams in this promising position, each of which plays a vital role in our efforts to preserve our most valuable natural resources.

The District supports employees who prefer flexible schedule work schedule so that they can enjoy their time outside of the District through work-life balance. Come build a career that is challenging, fulfilling, and helps support the District's mission to protect Florida's water resources.

District employees are offered an excellent total rewards package that includes:

• Florida Retirement System (FRS) (employer 13% contribution+ employee 3%)

• 9 paid holidays (+ 1 floating holiday)

• Generous vacation and sick leave

• Medical and dental insurance (91- 97% District paid)

• Vision insurance

• Deferred compensation Program

• Basic and voluntary life and AD&D insurance

• Long-term disability (District Paid)

• Prescription drug coverage & mail order program

• Health savings & flexible spending accounts

• Flexible schedule for Work-life balance

• Legal and Identity Theft protection

• Wellness program

• Public service loan forgiveness qualified employer

• Tuition reimbursement ($5,250/year)

• State adoption benefit qualified employer

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Transfer in years of service for other public sector work - towards the FRS program and sick time

Starting Compensation: $54,496.00 - $66,275.00

The starting salary range is included for the Field Supervisor profile which reflects the minimum to approximately 30% of the respective pay grade. The starting salary will be based on the education and experience of the successful candidate. The District conducts annual performance evaluations that may award applicable pay increases based on positive employee performance.

Essential Functions

• Directly supervise four (4) District staff. Monitors and evaluates assigned staff in their performance of assigned or delegated tasks. Identify development needs by coaching and mentoring staff.

• Supervise, evaluate, plan, and schedule the daily work of field crews on projects involving erosion control, canal and road maintenance, mowing, disking, clearing, and prescribed burns.

• Oversee staff performing routine and preventative maintenance. Assist in developing maintenance programs.

• Assist in implementing the safety program and conduct safety inspections.

• Assist with the section's budget activities to include purchase requisitions.

• Respond to inquiries and resolves complaints from the public.

• Participate in District projects, site meetings with contractors and other government agencies.

• Obtain competitive quotes, procure materials and acquire building permits.

• Conduct supervisory administrative duties such as reviewing and approving timecards, reporting, submitting auxiliary fuel sheets, reviewing vehicle utilization and other administrative duties as assigned.

• Support emergency functions before, during and after major storm events and emergency situations such as hurricanes, wildfires, flood control, or other declared emergencies.

Working Conditions

Physical, Visual Acuity Requirements: Medium Work, Balancing, Stooping, Kneeling, Reaching, Walking, Fingering, Grasping, Feeling, Talking, Hearing, Repetitive Motion

Working Environmental Conditions: Both In & Out, Heat, Noise, Vibration, Hazards, Bites, Weather, Power Tools

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Employee may be subject to call-in outside of regularly scheduled work hours, or required to be on call, including on nights, weekends or holidays, to respond to emergency management activities or other incidents requiring rapid response in support of District operations.

Required Credentials for Field Operations Supervisor Opportunity

• High School Diploma or Equivalent and Seven (7) years related work experience OR Associates Degree' (or higher) and Five (5) years related work experience

• Incident Command System (ICS)/National Incident Management System (NIMS)

• ICS-100, ICS-700, & ICS-800 training is required within one (1) year of hire

• Two (2) years of supervisory experience which may include supervising crews or other junior level staff

• Valid driver's license

Preferred Credentials for Field Operations Supervisor Opportunity

• State of Florida Class A CDL with tanker endorsement

• Incident command

• ICS-100, ICS-200, IS-195, IS-700 & IS-800; Advanced incident command ICS-300 & ICS-400

• Wildland fire

• S-130, S-190, & L-180 & BFCT wildfire training

• Valid Florida Forestry Service Prescribed Burners Certificate

• Florida storm water and erosion management

Application Process

The District will determine eligibility for employment solely from the information provided on a District employment application. All applicants are required to complete, in full, the District employment application. Incomplete applications will not be considered. A resume will not be considered as a substitute for the required District application for the purpose of qualification. Applicants who are within 30 days of graduation, if selected are not allowed to start until all minimum qualifications are met.

Additional Details

This position is typically scheduled to work 40 hours per week, Tuesday to Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., out of the Brooksville, FL office. This position is eligible for compensatory time for hours worked over 40 hours, in a week.

The Field Operations Supervisor is a safety sensitive position. As such, the employee will be subject to pre-employment and random drug testing.

Travel Required

Yes. Some travel, using District vehicle, within District's coverage area.

Accepting applications until May 6, 2024 at 4:00 PM

About Us

The District is responsible for managing the water resources for west central Florida which includes approximately 10,000 square miles of territory spanning 16 counties and serving more than 6 million residents. Established in 1961 as a flood-protection agency, our objective is to meet the needs of current and future water users, protect and preserve our water resources, manage the water supply, protect water quality, and preserve water-related functions.

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Start and grow your career with the District! The District prides itself on providing a positive work environment that engages and supports our employees through flexible and remote work schedules. We provide and support learning and development for staff at all levels including conferences, association memberships, and formal education. Let us know if you have previous public sector experience that may allow for additional perks! Click on the link to apply.

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Equal Employment Opportunity/Veterans Preference/Drug-Free Workplace/Tobacco Free Campuses. All applicants shall receive equal consideration and treatment in employment without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, sex, marital status, familial status, or medical condition. All recruitment, hiring, placements, transfers and promotions will be on the basis of individual skills, knowledge and abilities, and the feasibility of any necessary job accommodation(s). The Southwest Florida Water Management District (District) does not discriminate on the basis of disability in regard to job application procedures, hiring, and other terms and conditions of employment. It is further the policy of the District to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in all aspects of the employment process. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing an application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to the Human Resources Office Chief, at 2379 Broad St., Brooksville, FL 34604-6899; telephone (352) 796-7211 or 1-800-423-1476 (FL only); or email ADACoordinator@WaterMatters.org. If you are hearing or speech impaired, please contact the agency using the Florida Relay Service, 1-800-955-8771 (TDD) or 1-800-955-8770 (Voice). In the event of a complaint, please follow the grievance procedure located at WaterMatters.org/ADA. The District participates in E-Verify employment eligibility verification. We will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. The District does not sponsor applicants for work visas.