Stormwater Operations Manager

Location: 22211 U.S. Highway North, Building 1, Clearwater, FL 33765 Schedule: Potentially - 4 days/10 hours shift. Make an Impact Leading Stormwater Operations Join our APWA-accredited Public Works team and play a central role in protecting Pinellas County residents and businesses from flooding while advancing sustainable water resource management. As a Stormwater Operations Manager , you will lead approximately 20 field operators or professionals responsible for maintaining: 875 miles of stormwater pipe 307 miles of open conveyance 715 permitted facilities You will oversee field operations across rights-of-way, easements, and County land throughout unincorporated Pinellas County. The Operations Manager reports directly to the Stormwater Operations Section Manager. This position exercises a significant degree of independent judgment while exercising initiative and discretion in carrying out stormwater permitting programs to obtain the maximum degree of efficiency and effectiveness. What Would You Do? Makes procedural and operational recommendations to the Section Manager. Implements work management plans in designated assignment areas. Apply administrative and technical knowledge to assure compliance with contracts; follow proper inspection techniques to examine workmanship and materials and detect deviations from plans, regulations, and standard construction practices. Investigate and respond to citizen complaints and inquiries regarding the maintenance. Monitor and track program expenditures and cost estimates for designated assignment areas within the division. Manages personnel needs by conducting interviews, delegating work of subordinates, reviewing work performed and administering discipline. Maintains and monitors comprehensive records of work. Performs other office and related administrative assignments including computer functions. Effectively communicate directives and instructions with staff. Promotes and maintains professional links with all levels of staff, public and other organizations. Directs and provides leadership in relation to long‑range planning for programs and activities in line with approved levels of service and target. Prepares specifications for vehicles, equipment and operational supplies. Performs related work as assigned or required. What Do You Need To Have? Experience/Education: High School diploma or an acceptable equivalency diploma (GED); five (5) years of experience implementing stormwater program, maintenance and construction within the State of Florida including two (2) years of supervisory experience or supervisory training; or Associate’s degree in construction, public administration, or related field and three (3) years of experience as described above; An equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience. Additional Requirements: Possession and maintenance of a valid State of Florida Driver’s License or Commercial Driver’s License upon hire with eligibility based upon evaluation of a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) driving report. Obtain job related license(s) or qualifications directly related to the job as a prerequisite to appointment or to acquire those qualifications or license(s) within six (6) months of hire or a period of time not to exceed one (1) year as determined appropriate: Spill Prevention NIMS Response Training; ICS 100, 200, & 700 OSHA 30 hour Construction Industry Program Training Availability to work a variety of work schedules including compulsory work periods in special, emergency, and/or disaster situations. Highly Desirable Experience in reviewing construction plans. Leadership qualities needed to provide managerial and technical guidance to staff. Knowledge of modern techniques, methods, procedures, principles and practices of stormwater permitting, MS4, and NPDES. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suites; including Word, Excel, Outlook, Powerpoint. Effectively communicate written and oral directives and instructions with all levels of staff, public and other organizations. Skilled in utilizing asset and data management system software, including OPUS/Oracle, Cityworks, ESRI GIS and /or Mapping of County Assets. Possess job related license(s) or qualifications directly related to the job as a prerequisite to appointment or to acquire those qualifications or license(s). Our Benefits Rank Among The Top In The Area! Benefits rank among the top in the area. Florida Retirement System (FRS) with investment and pension options. Deferred compensation programs and wellness centers. Want to Learn More? Please review the full classification description with the Physical/Mental Demands, Working Conditions, and Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities at the below link. #J-18808-Ljbffr Pinellas County Government