Environmental Program Supervisor

This is specialized professional and supervisory work assisting the Mosquito Control Director in planning, coordinating, and directing a County mosquito control program. Responsibilities include managing laboratory operations, supervising aquatic exotic vegetation management in partnership with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC), and overseeing the operation and maintenance of specialized spray equipment. The position requires considerable interaction with local, state, federal agencies, universities, and the public.


QUALIFICATIONS

• A Ph.D. in Physical/Natural Sciences, Environmental Studies or Engineering; minimum of one (1) year of professional experience in environmental protection/regulation or natural resources management OR six (6) months of professional experience working directly in the area of mosquito control,

• A Master's Degree in Physical/Natural Sciences, Environmental Studies or Engineering; minimum of two (2) years of professional experience in environmental protection/regulation or natural resources management OR one (1) year of professional experience working directly in the area of mosquito control,

• A Bachelor's Degree in one of the Physical/Natural Sciences, Environmental Studies or Engineering; minimum of three (3) years of professional experience in environmental protection/regulation or natural resources management OR two (2) years of professional experience working directly in the area of mosquito control,

• An Unrelated Bachelor's Degree; minimum of four (4) years of professional experience in environmental protection/regulation or natural resources management OR three (3) years of professional experience working directly in the area of mosquito control,

• An Associate's Degree and five (5) years of professional experience in environmental protection/regulation or natural resources management OR four (4) years of professional experience working directly in the area of mosquito control,

• Graduation from high school or an equivalent recognized certification ; minimum of seven (7) years of professional experience in environmental protection/regulation or natural resources management OR six (6) years of professional experience working directly in the area of mosquito control .

• Public Health Pesticide License,
• Five (5) years of experience in mosquito control operations,
• Two (2) years of supervisory experience, and
• Knowledge of mosquito control management principles, practices, and techniques.

• Health, dental, vision, life, and disability Insurance
• Generous leave benefits: Vacation, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays annually
• Florida Retirement System (FRS): Choice of Pension Plan or Investment Plan
• 457(b) deferred compensation program
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF): Eligible public service employment may qualify you for federal student loan forgiveness
• Paid parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Additional benefits and employee perks