Streets & Stormwater Supervisor

Largo; Largo (FL); On-site; USD 66,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Largo is seeking a Supervisor to oversee inspection, repair, and maintenance of city roadways, sidewalks, and stormwater systems. The role emphasizes adherence to federal, state, and local rules and requires strong leadership to guide crews reporting to the Streets and Stormwater Manager.

The ideal candidate will have supervisory experience, relevant licenses and FEMA/traffic control certifications, and a commitment to a high-performance work culture in Tampa Bay.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and five years of supervisory experience.
• FSA Level 2 or FWPCOA 'A' License within one year of hire.
• FEMA IC S-100, S-200, IS-700, and IS-800 training required.
• Intermediate Temporary Traffic Control Certification required.
• Valid Florida Driver's License required.

Responsibilities

• Leads inspection, repair, and maintenance of roadway and stormwater systems.
• Creates weekly work schedules for technicians and allocates resources.
• Supervises crews and ensures compliance with safety and regulations.
• Monitors quality, performance, and timeliness of work; manages payroll paperwork.
• Participates in budget development and inter-department collaboration.

Skills

Leadership

Management

Team skills

Communication

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

FSA Level 2 or FWPCOA 'A' License

FEMA IC S-100/S-200/IS-700/IS-800 training

Intermediate Temporary Traffic Control Certification

Valid Florida Driver's License

Tools

Microsoft Office

Geographic Information Systems (GIS)

Asset Management Software

Job description

Largo’s commitment to a High Performance Organization (HPO) model builds a flexible and resilient organization that intentionally builds leadership capacity at all levels of the organization.

Mission

Provide Superior Services that Inspire Community Pride

Vision

To be the Community of Choice in Tampa Bay

Values

Integrity, Collaboration, Passion, Creativity

CITY OF LARGO… Naturally A GreatPlace to Work!

Closing:

11/18/2026

Salary:

$66,248 - 105,955 USD Annually

Job Summary:

Supervises crews performing inspection, repair, and maintenance of City-maintained roadways, sidewalks, traffic devices, and stormwater drainage systems. Ensures compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations. Employees in this class exercise considerable independent judgment to ensure staff follow rules, policies, and procedures. The position reports to the Streets and Stormwater Manager.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

All employees share components of leadership, management, technical, and team skills to assist in making the City of Largo the community of choice in Tampa Bay.

Leadership

• Demonstrates an understanding and reflection of the City’s mission, vision, and values and a commitment to achieve organizational goals aligned with the City’s strategic plan
• Champions a high-performance work culture that encourages and embraces new ideas, develops individuals and welcomes and encourages diverse perspectives
• Articulates strategic and innovative thinking and provides clarity to deliver superior services
• Approaches the job with enthusiasm and curiosity to promote a solutions-oriented work culture

Management

• Effectively manages assignments and priorities to ensure the fulfillment of projects, tasks, and responsibilities
• Follows suggested procedures to ensure the highest standards of risk management, employee safety, and risk avoidance
• Supervises a crew in the work of inspection, repair, and maintenance of roadway and stormwater systems
• Creates weekly work schedules for technicians in assigned crew and coordinates balance of resource pool through planning with all Division Supervisors and crew leaders
• Reviews work completed by technicians for quality and efficiency
• Evaluates employee performance in a timely manner, recommends discipline, promotions, transfers, and terminations
• Authorizes employee leave requests and completes appropriate paperwork to ensure accurate payroll; may be assigned payroll review responsibilities
• Interviews, tests, and evaluates the operational abilities of new technician applicants and technicians eligible for promotion

SECONDARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervises up to two additional crews in the absence of other Division Supervisors
• Recommends and implements Divisional policies that detail the standard operating procedures and expectations of the Division
• Assists the Division Manager in developing the Division’s operational and capital budgets, including the vehicle replacement plan budget
• Attends meetings and conferences concerning construction, staffing, and planning
• Partners with managers and supervisors throughout Public Works Divisions and in other City departments to solve current issues

Technical

• Embraces emerging technology and productivity tools with a willingness to learn new skills
• Maintains comprehensive records by logging all of the crew’s work performed on assets and labor hours on the Asset Management Software Platform
• Creates and maintains routine maintenance cycles for area assigned
• Investigates equipment breakdowns, personal injuries, accidents, incidents, and reports to required leadership; determines root cause and recommends corrective action as needed; follows up on the progress of correctional action
• Receives and addresses complaints and inquiries from the public regarding issues to the specialized area assigned; conducts field inspections of work sites and meets with residents, the public, and the business community to address concerns
• Evaluates and prioritizes service requests; verifies the validity of assigned service requests and maintenance responsibilities before creating work orders; verifies maintenance responsibilities through easement documents, subdivision plats, site plans, Southwest Florida Water Management District (SWFWMD) permits, Pinellas County Property Appraiser records, City geodatabase, and other means as necessary
• Contacts outside government agencies to notify them of maintenance issues as appropriate
• Purchases supplies and equipment within budgeted amounts and purchasing guidelines
• Responds to after-hours calls and emergencies 24/7 for up to two weeks per month as the Supervisor on-call

SECONDARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responds to chemical spills and illicit discharges and prepares reports detailing incidents
• Maintains crew equipment inventory and accurately records equipment repairs and preventive maintenance performed
• Provides support and performs special projects for other City departments

Team Skills

• Supports honest and transparent decision-making
• Collaborates with all team members in a way that builds upon ideas and takes personal accountability and ownership of projects, roles, and assignments
• Openly exhibits a positive attitude, in words and action, and encourages others to do the same

Performs related work as required.

EMERGENCY RESPONSE STATUS:

As a condition of employment, City of Largo employees will be required to work as directed during an undeclared and/or a declared emergency. All employees are subject to recall around the clock for emergency response operations, which may require irregular work hours, work at locations other than the normal work location, and may include duties other than those specified in the official job description.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma, General Education Diploma (GED), and five (5) years of experience in the specialized area to which assigned, including supervisory experience
• Required within one year from hire date:
  • Florida Stormwater Association (FSA) Level 2 or Florida Water and Pollution Control Operators Association (FWPCOA) ‘A’ License
  • Florida Department of Environmental Protection Stormwater, Erosion, and Sedimentation Control Inspector Certification
  • Completion of the following Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Training: IC S-100, IC S-200, IS-700, and IS-800
  • Intermediate Temporary Traffic Control Certification (formerly MOT)
• Preferred:
  • American Public Works Association’s Public Works Leadership Institute – Modules I, II, & III
  • FEMA GS-300
  • Operating a Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) permit
• Valid Driver’s License

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office products such as word processing programs, spreadsheets, email, and other communication tools
• Considerable knowledge of applicable construction and maintenance standards and specifications required by federal, state, and local government regulations
• Ability to estimate workforce, time, and material requirements for assigned projects, maintain accurate records, and prepare comprehensive activity reports
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing, and to correctly interpret and utilize work diagrams, blueprints, and drawings
• Technical skills to include proficiency in business software (email, word processing, and spreadsheets), working knowledge of Geographic Information Systems (GIS), and ability to learn asset management platforms utilizing GIS
• Advanced knowledge of the specific types and use of public works equipment related to general construction and maintenance
• Knowledge of the special operating methods, characteristics, operating rules, and maintenance requirements of the area to which assigned
• Ability to plan and schedule employees, equipment, and other resources in an efficient and effective manner
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with employees as a supervisor, including the development and evaluation of staff to achieve a high level of performance

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Work Environment:

50% inside (climate-controlled building) and 50% outside (includes driving).

Physical Requirements:

The essential functions of the job require sitting approximately four (4) hours per day, standing approximately two (2) hours per day, and walking approximately two (2) hours per day. The job also requires frequent fine manipulations, reaching, repetitive motion, and lifting objects weighing up to 44 pounds, with occasional grasping and carrying objects weighing up to 45 pounds. On rare occasions, the work requires bending/stooping, climbing, crawling, kneeling, pulling, and pushing.

Sensory Requirements:

Hearing: Enough to hear radio and phone conversations and understand what others say in normal conversation and on the telephone. Speaking: Enough to communicate orally with others and speak effectively on the phone. Seeing: Enough to see and read computer monitor screens, operate a vehicle, and read normal print.

Driving Requirements:

Requires frequent driving and possession of a valid Florida Driver’s License.

Technology:

The work requires the ability to operate telephones, smartphones, tablets, photocopiers, printers, desktop and laptop computers, calculators, and all associated software.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

Yes - DRUG TESTING (Safety Sensitive)

No - CHILDCARE FINGERPRINTING

Yes - CREDIT CHECK

No - FDLE AND CJSTC SECURITY CLEARANCE: As mandated by the FDLE, CJSTC, and the Largo Police Department, this position may be subject to additional security clearances due to access to the police department facility or police department’s electronic data.