Head of Operations & Business Management

Are you a seasoned leader ready to take charge of stormwater operations across Sarasota County? In this high-level management role, you'll manage over 50 staff members, develop, and oversee the goals and objectives of Stormwater operations, responsible for emergency response, and special projects.

You'll manage about an $18 million annual budget, including equipment, resources, contractual services, ensure safety, and work closely with the 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.
Apply today and help shape the future of stormwater operations in Sarasota County.
Up to $3,750 relocation is available for those moving 50+ miles to join the premier community where people choose to live, work, and play!
Make an Impact Leading Stormwater Operations:

Provide leadership to stormwater operations.
Responsible for planning, directing, and continuously improving the County's stormwater operations and maintenance programs to protect public safety, reduce flood risk, preserve public infrastructure, maintain regulatory compliance, improve water quality, and maximize the lifecycle performance of County stormwater assets.
Utilize asset condition data and risk-based prioritization to optimize maintenance activities and capital replacement recommendations.
Employ asset data and technology in reporting, including cartegraph, electronic and drone inspections, dashboard reporting, Power BI or similar analytics.
Generate and maintain exceptional customer service and relationships with customers/residents and other departments, government and nongovernmental agencies.
Ensure compliance with county, state and OSHA regulations, including NPDES MS4, FEMA CRS, FDEP water quality initiatives and environmental permitting / stewardship.
Review and monitor safety equipment and correct safety procedures.
Utilize computerized programs for scheduling and time management.
Interface with other units/core services and manages interlocal agreements.
Prepare and deliver presentations to county management and external parties; includes updates regarding maintenance activities, repairs, equipment needs, and staff resources.
Coordinate and ensure appropriate supply of work materials; tracks and maintains store inventories.
Participate in hiring of staff, performance reviews and disciplinary actions.
Lead/direct/supervisor lower-level positions in organizing/coordinating the daily activities/functions and emergency operations of assigned work crews.
Monitor and review work crew assignments and equipment demand.
Arrange for staff and major equipment at emergency and scheduled work sites.
Prepare master schedule of routine maintenance operations.
Research cost and oversee expenditures for all operations and equipment needed.
Research and prepare staffing needs for all assigned operations.
Develop long range maintenance plans and coordinates with outreach groups.
Prepare, schedule and conduct performance review sessions and disciplinary actions.
assists in union negotiations as assigned.
Prepare and implement operating budget, business plans, staffing plans, goals and objectives.
Work closely with stormwater engineering for stormwater quality initiatives, pipelining program and review of design plans.
Develop and conduct training programs.
Ensure all staff are trained and/or certified for health and safety, equipment operation, and county protocols.
Standard Work Hours are Monday - Friday, 7:00 a.m. - A Bachelor's degree in construction, engineering, or job-related field AND six (6) years of progressively responsible related experience.

• -OR- A Master's degree in construction, engineering, or job-related field AND four (4) or more years of related experience.
• -AND- Four (4) or more years of supervisory/management experience.
• 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.
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
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:
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.)

This is a requirement of our Payroll Department and failure to provide this document could jeopardize timely compensation. (Social Security Card can serve as one of your documents listed in link above - List C Documents.)

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! Choose one of three great medical plans, including one with a $0 premium option, with completed preventative visits!
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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. (Our vision is to attract, develop, retain and engage a talented workforce broadly representative of the citizens and communities we serve. To further value creativity, innovation, collaboration and great customer service - internally and externally.

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