SANITATION AND SAFETY SUPERVISOR - SES - 42001428 (FOR INTERNAL AGENCY EMPLOYEES ONLY) 1

State of Florida; Florida; On-site; USD 58,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual and Sick Leave benefits

Nine paid holidays and one Personal

State Group Insurance coverage options

Retirement plan options

Flexible Spending Accounts

Tuition waivers

Job summary

The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, Division of Food Safety, Bureau of Retail Foods, seeks a Sanitation and Safety Supervisor (SES) to lead inspection teams and ensure food safety standards across the Broward or Miami-Dade counties. This internal agency opportunity requires leadership, regulatory know-how, and strong organizational skills.

The position carries regulatory responsibilities, budget oversight, and collaboration with state agencies, with a salary of

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with 3 years professional work experience OR Bachelor's degree with 2 years professional work experience.
• Requires possession of a valid Class E driver license.
• Foreign credential evaluations may be required for non-US degrees.

Responsibilities

• Supervises and reviews on-the-job performance of specialists in the Retail Foods program.
• Oversees inspections of food establishments and ensures timeliness and accuracy of reports.
• Manages budget, resources, and administrative duties for assigned programs.
• Travels as needed and maintains compliance with department policies.

Skills

Driver license

Supervision

Regulatory inspections

Education

Bachelor's degree

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Contact

Laura Sanchez

850-728-9568

[e-mail]

Requisition No: 887120

Agency: Agriculture and Consumer Services

Working Title: SANITATION AND SAFETY SUPERVISOR - SES - 42001428 (FOR INTERNAL AGENCY EMPLOYEES ONLY) 1

Pay Plan: SES

Position Number: 42001428

Salary: $58,218.68 - $69,862.26

Posting Closing Date: 11/08/2026

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SANITATION AND SAFETY SUPERVISOR-SES

FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND CONSUMER SERVICES

DIVISION OF FOOD SAFETY

BUREAU OF RETAIL FOODS

• INTERNAL AGENCY OPPORTUNITY-- ONLY CURRENT EMPLOYEES OF THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND CONSUMER SERVICES WILL BE CONSIDERED.***

The headquarters for this position is negotiable within Broward or Miami-Dade Co unty.

Minimum Requirements

A high school diploma or its equivalent and three (3) years of professional work experience; or A bachelor's degree (4 years) or higher from an accredited college or university and two (2) years of professional work experience.

Requires possession of a valid Class E driver license.

EDUCATIONAL NOTE:

Graduates utilizing education attained in the United States to meet the minimum requirements of a position will not be appointed until verification of the applicable degree has been obtained.Foreign trained graduates utilizing a degree attained outside of the United States to meet the minimum requirements of a position must be prepared to provide a copy of a credential evaluation conducted by an Approved Credential Evaluation Agency. A list of approved agencies can be viewed at “Approved Credential Evaluation Agencies, Florida Department of Education.” Approved Credential Evaluation Agencies (fldoe.org)

• ATTENTION CANDIDATES***

The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services values

and supports employment of individuals with disabilities. Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Additional Requirements

Employees appointed to positions involved in food establishment inspections under authority of Chapter 500, Florida Statutes, must pass and maintain the training and certification required by Rule 5K-4.021, Florida Administrative Code, within 12 months of appointment.

This position has regulatory responsibilities and is subject to the provisions s.112.313, F.S. and Section 60L – 36.003, Florida Administrative Code.

This position has vendor invoice/warrant processing responsibilities in accordance with s 215.422, F.S.

Occasional travel required.

Must reside in required areas as specified in Division Policy A-10.

Some tasks will require evening, weekend and/or holiday activity, including overnight and/or extended travel.

Notes

To maintain fairness and integrity, applicants are required to provide honest and authentic responses during all stages of the evaluation and selection process. Applicants must rely on their own personal knowledge, thoughts, and impressions. A candidate’s use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to answer qualifying questions or participate in interviews will be taken into consideration when determining qualification for the position.

Successful applicant must pass a background screening, including fingerprinting, as a condition of employment.

Job Duties

Supervises the Bureau of Retail Foods, Retail South subsection. Supervises and reviews on-the-job performance by specialists to ensure competency in program areas and provides technical assistance, instruction, training, and support as may be necessary. Assigns and oversees regulatory inspections of food establishments. Additional responsibilities include the monitoring of inspection reports, vouchers and other documents for accuracy, timeliness, and assurance that inspections and related duties are conducted in a professional manner. Reviews work volume and performance with assigned individuals and provides counseling in program areas deemed deficient. If circumstances so indicate, supervisor will initiate appropriate disciplinary procedures in accordance with department policies and procedures. Responsible for attending supervisor meetings, training sessions, and courses designated by the bureau.

Maintains ongoing awareness of regulatory, sanitation and food quality issues related to food establishments and oversees district level inspection program for compliance with safety and sanitation regulations and other assigned departmental regulations. Monitors and follows up on establishments that are not in compliance with department rules and regulations, including regulatory, sanitation and permit requirements. Coordinates usage and provides instruction to Inspectors on the current electronic database system. Uses on-line, electronic applications and other procedures to review performance and monitor data for establishments and inspection activity in area of supervision. Maintains knowledge of state and federal food standards regulations. Investigates reports of foodborne illnesses, environmental sanitation complaints, and other consumer complaints related to areas of responsibility. Confers with and educates the public, food establishment owners and others concerning safety, labeling, and proper representation of regulated food products. Coordinates with bureau unit to accomplish Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) inspections.

Responsible for reports, travel and voucher approvals, correspondence and other administrative duties associated with this position and special tasks. Responsible and accountable for managing budget/dollars/resources (staff, vehicles, computers, cell phones, etc.) of any assigned programs in an efficient and accountable manner. Responsible for ensuring that assigned program areas have operational procedures and processes which result in accountability and compliance with division and department policies and procedures. Performs other related duties as may be assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Theory and applied knowledge in biological, chemical, physical, and environmental factors affecting food safety and related control measures.
• Complete working knowledge of the current electronic database system.
• Ability to evaluate food establishment structures, environment, equipment, methods, and controls for compliance with regulatory and sanitation requirements.
• Knowledge in specialized food processing including, but not limited to, reduced oxygen packaging and related control measures and the application and factors of food safety HACCP plans.
• Skilled in documenting sanitation and regulatory discrepancies and advising management in corrective action.
• Knowledge of proficiencies in examining and testing foods for compliance including test kit and/or equipment usage.
• Working knowledge of statutes and rules establishing food requirements.
• Ability to exercise professional judgment and manner while conducting inspections and in instituting appropriate enforcement actions.
• Skilled in accuracy and timeliness in preparing reports.
• Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds.
• Knowledge of personal computer hardware and software resources.
• Skill in the use of personal computers.
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve basic personal computer hardware/software operation problems.
• Ability to train and instruct others utilizing sound communication skills.
• Ability to supervise and evaluate employees following policies and procedures set forth by the bureau.
• Ability to prepare, organize, review, and submit reports and projects in a timely manner.

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 visit www.myfrs.com ;)
• Flexible Spending Accounts;
• Tuition waivers;
• And more!

For a complete list of benefits, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com .

For an estimate of the total compensation package for this position, please visit the Total Compensation Estimator Tool located above under the Posting Closing Date.

Special Notes

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.