Stormwater Operations Manager

American Water Works Association; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance up to $3,000

Job summary

American Water Works Association in Sarasota County is seeking a capable leader to oversee stormwater operations. You will supervise 35-40 staff, coordinate daily field activities, and ensure safety and regulatory compliance while partnering with engineering and services teams.

The role reports to the Stormwater Director and shapes staffing, budgeting, training, and strategic planning to boost efficiency and safety in critical operations.

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

Staff supervision

Leadership

Budget management

Safety compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction/engineering

Master’s degree in construction/engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Job description

Start Here. Grow Here. Stay Here.

Lead. Inspire. Make an Impact.

Are you a seasoned leader ready to take charge of stormwater operations across Sarasota County? In this high-level management role, you’ll supervise 35–40 staff members and oversee daily activities for work crews handling routine maintenance, emergency response, and special projects.

You’ll manage about an $18 million annual budget, coordinate equipment and resources, ensure safety, and work closely with engineering teams and core business services on staffing, budgeting, training, and operational planning. Reporting directly to the Stormwater Director, your leadership will directly influence the efficiency, safety, and success of critical stormwater operations.

The pay starts between $95,000.00 - $112,000.00/ annually (based on experience), and benefits begin within 60 days of hire.

Up to $3,000 relocation is available for those moving 50+ miles to join the premier community where people choose to live, work, and play!

About the Position

Make an Impact Leading Stormwater Operations:

• 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

Standard Work Hours are Monday - Friday, 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

About You

Minimum Qualifications:

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

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of current principles and practices relating to utility operations and maintenance
• Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local policies and regulations related to wastewater and stormwater management
• Knowledge of the health and safety hazards and precautions associated with the work performed in the section
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and Outlook

Subject to Passing Substance Screening: This position is subject to passing a pre-employment substance screening. An applicant who fails to pass a required drug screening test shall be disqualified from employment for a period of five (5) years

About Everything Else

Starting Pay Range: $95,000.00 - $112,000.00/ annually, based on your experience