Stormwater Division Director - PINELLAS COUNTY GOVERNMENT : Job Details

This highly professional position oversees over 175 staff and several sections within the Stormwater Management Division of the Public Works Department. The Division is responsible for the sustainable management of the County's stormwater infrastructure, mosquito control, vegetation management, urban forestry and landscape services. This position also oversees the planning function for capital projects to reduce flooding, restore floodplain function, and improve the quality of surface waters and wildlife habitat; the development and implementation of asset management plans and studies, and the review of site plans, right-of-way use permits, and petitions to vacate that impact county infrastructure. The Division Director ensures that services are aligned with the Department's Strategic Plan and associated performance metrics.

The Pinellas County Public Works Department earned American Public Works Association (APWA) reaccreditation in 2022. APWA accreditation is a recognition that the Pinellas County Public Works Department complies with best management practices set forth in the APWA Public Works Management Practices manual. It also formally confirms that the Public Works Department follows the concept of continuous improvement and has conducted an in-depth self-assessment of its policies, procedures and practices and has consolidated them in a central location.

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What Would You Do?

• Oversight of staff within the division performing both technical and operational functions.
• Perform annual budget development, budget execution, and accountability.
• Provides supervisory guidance and oversight of recommendations, presentations, and reports.
• Provides supervisory guidance in project and/or program development and implementation.
• Establishes goals, objectives, and performance metrics for for all programs within the division.
• Participates in the Stormwater Technical Committee process to reduce flooding, restore floodplain function, and improve the quality of surface waters and wildlife habitat.
• Oversees the development and implementation of asset management plans and procedures for Division managed infrastructure.
• Oversees County-wide Mosquito Control program.
• Oversees staff who review site plans, right-of-way use permits, petitions to vacate for impacts to County infrastructure and floodplain and watershed management activities within the unincorporated area of the County.
• Leads, mentors, and guides staff within the Division instilling a continuous improvement and accountability ethic.
• Supports other divisions within the Public Works Department and other County Departments.
• Assures that all division services are aligned with the County and Departmental Strategic Plans.
• Performs related work as assigned or required.

What Do You Need To Have?

• Eight (8) years of progressively responsible technical, professional, and administrative functions in stormwater infrastructure, vegetation management, environmental management, mosquito control or urban forestry that includes formal project management and 1 year of supervisory experience; or
• Associate's degree and at least 6 years' experience of progressively responsible technical, professional, and administrative functions in stormwater infrastructure, vegetation management, project management, environmental management, mosquito control or urban forestry that includes formal project management and 1 year of supervisory experience; or
• Bachelor's degree and at least 4 years' experience of progressively responsible technical, professional, and administrative functions in stormwater infrastructure, vegetation management, project management, environmental management, mosquito control or urban forestry that includes formal project management and 1 year of supervisory experience; or
• Master's degree and at least 2 year experience of progressively responsible technical, professional, and administrative functions in stormwater infrastructure, vegetation management, project management, environmental management, mosquito control or urban forestry that includes formal project management and 1 year of supervisory experience; or
• Doctoral degree and experience in progressively responsible technical, professional, and administrative functions in stormwater infrastructure, vegetation management, project management, environmental management, mosquito control, or urban forestry that includes formal project management experience and 1 year of supervisory experience; or
• An equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience.
• Valid Florida Driver's License at time of hire.
• Assignment to work a variety of work schedules including compulsory work periods in special, emergency, and/or disaster situations.

Highly Desirable

• Eight (8) or more years of management experience in a public works or similar environment, including stormwater planning, operations, and maintenance of stormwater infrastructure, NPDES, and other associated functions.
• Eight (8) or more years' experience supervising a multi-disciplinary team of 30 or more staff.
• Eight (8) or more years of experience in the development and implementation of budgets in excess of $5M.
• Experience in the principles and practices of asset management specifically the standards set forth in ISO 55000.
• Certified Public Manager Designation or other leadership development training and certification.
• Certification/Registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of Florida or experience working in an engineering environment.
• Demonstrated experience and performance in a response driven and highly-accountable environment.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge and understanding of the Division programs being supervised, including operation and maintenance of stormwater infrastructure, capital planning, watershed planning, floodplain management, mosquito control, vegetation management, landscape services, and Urban Forestry.
• Knowledge and understanding of applicable stormwater and environmental regulations and progressive practices.
• Knowledge and understanding of the principles and practices of asset management as set forth in ISO 55000.
• Knowledge of the principles, practices and procedures of public and business administration, as applied in a large organization.
• Knowledge of budget and accounting principles, practices and procedures, as applied in a large organization.
• Skill in advanced leadership techniques and practices to evaluate and determine individual and organizational goals and objectives, maximizing effectiveness of individuals and organizational work units through staff selection, assignments, and staff development.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both written and orally, and to make effective presentations to a variety of groups.

What Great Benefits Do We Offer?

• We are proud to offer our employees an excellent benefits package. See our Benefits Handbook.
• Looking for a strong retirement? We have you covered as members of the Florida Retirement System (FRS) with investment and pension options.
• We have deferred compensation programs, wellness centers, and tuition reimbursement to name a few perks. Check out what we offer!

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.

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