Plant Protection & Compliance Supervisor

Civicworks; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The Environmental Supervisor I position at the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, Division of Plant Industry, oversees Environmental Specialists protecting native and cultivated flora across Florida. The role plans work, directs staff, and manages budgets while ensuring program compliance and quality control.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma with relevant experience, and must obtain a pesticide license within six months.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with 2+ years in Environmental Specialist I or 2.5 years in environmental protection/natural sciences.
• Valid Class E driver license required.
• Must obtain restricted-use pesticide license within six months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Supervises Environmental Specialists responsible for protecting and regulating flora.
• Plans work assignments and directs subordinate activities.
• Manages budgets and resources and conducts quality control assessments.
• Liaises between field operations and upper management.
• Ensures regulatory compliance and staff development.

Skills

Valid Class E driver license

Ability to travel

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Experience: Environmental Specialist I or related field (2+ years / 2.5 years)

Tools

Federal Accredited Certification Official (ACO) for Phytosanitary Certificates

Restricted-use pesticide license

Job description

The Environmental Supervisor I position at the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, Division of Plant Industry, oversees Environmental Specialists protecting native and cultivated flora across Florida. The role plans work, directs staff, and manages budgets while ensuring program compliance and quality control.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma with relevant experience, and must obtain a pesticide license within six months.