Senior Stormwater Operations Leader

Sarasota County Government; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance up to $3,000

Benefits begin within 60 days

Job summary

Sarasota County Government is seeking a seasoned leader to take charge of stormwater operations. In this high-level management role, you will supervise 35–40 staff and oversee daily activities for routine maintenance, emergency response, and special projects.

You will manage about an $18 million annual budget, coordinate equipment and resources, ensure safety, and partner with engineering to plan staffing, training, and long-range plans.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in construction, engineering, or related field AND six (6) years of progressively responsible related experience.
• Master’s Degree in construction, engineering, or related field AND four (4) or more years of related experience.
• May consider substituting years of experience for the four (4) year degree.
• Four (4) or more years of supervisory/management experience.
• Valid Florida driver's license at the time of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and oversight for stormwater operations, including daily functions and emergency response.
• Supervise and coordinate activities of field crews and supervisory staff.
• Plan, schedule, and manage routine maintenance and operational activities.
• Coordinate staffing and deploy personnel and equipment for scheduled and emergency work.
• Monitor workload distribution, crew assignments, and equipment utilization.
• Ensure compliance with county, state, and OSHA regulations, including safety procedures and equipment use.
• Deliver excellent customer service and maintain strong relationships with residents, agencies, and internal departments.
• Collaborate with internal teams, manage interlocal agreements, and coordinate external vendors and resources.
• Develop long-range maintenance plans and support stormwater initiatives in partnership with engineering teams.
• Monitor, evaluate, and improve operational efficiency, recommending adjustments as needed.
• Prepare and manage operating budgets, expenditures, business plans, and resource allocation.
• Assess staffing needs, support hiring processes, and conduct performance evaluations and disciplinary actions.
• Manage materials, supplies, and inventory to support operations.
• Develop and deliver training programs for staff.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in construction, engineering, or related field

Master’s Degree in construction, engineering, or related field

Substituting years of experience for degree

Tools

Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

Sarasota County Government is seeking a seasoned leader to take charge of stormwater operations. In this high-level management role, you will supervise 35–40 staff and oversee daily activities for routine maintenance, emergency response, and special projects.

You will manage about an $18 million annual budget, coordinate equipment and resources, ensure safety, and partner with engineering to plan staffing, training, and long-range plans.