Stormwater Operations Manager

Department:

Stormwater

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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 .

Apply today and help shape the future of stormwater operations in Sarasota County.

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

Our interview process could include phone interview(s), Microsoft Teams video interview(s), and/or in-person interview(s).

If you are selected to join our team, please click on this link to review the Required First Day Documents ( . You will need to present the following items on your first day:

1. I-9 Acceptable Documents to show your identity and authorization to work. Use this link to learn more and review the different document options:

• If your position requires a Florida Driver’s License, this must be one of your documents. (Your Florida Driver’s License can serve as one of your documents listed in link above – List B Documents.)

1. U.S. Social Security Card (signed, physical card). This is a requirement of our Payroll Department and failure to provide this document could jeopardize timely compensation. (Your U.S. Social Security Card can serve as one of your documents listed in link above – List C Documents.)

Benefits:

• Enjoy great benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Florida Retirement System (FRS) and many, many more! C hoose one of three great medical plans, including one with a $0 premium option, with completed preventative visits!

• For more information about employee benefits, please click this link or visit SCGov.net ( for additional information.

• Utilize our award-winning wellness program including free gyms at multiple Sarasota County Government locations.

• Enjoy 11 paid holidays, 3 personal days and 16 paid vacation days in the first year of full-time employment with increasing accrual rates with years of service. (That adds up to a possible 30 days off in your 1st year!)​​

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