Requisition No: 830749 

Agency: Agriculture and Consumer Services

Working Title: ENVIRONMENTAL SUPERVISOR II - SES - 42001846

 Pay Plan: SES

Position Number: 42001846 

Salary: $55,000.14 - $60,500.18 

Posting Closing Date: 06/17/2024 

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ENVIRONMENTAL SUPERVISOR II – SES 

FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND CONSUMER SERVICES 

DIVISION OF PLANT INDUSTRY 

***OPEN COMPETITIVE OPPORTUNITY*** 

CONTACT: 

Mary Reed; ph# 352-395-4761 or email Mary.Reed@FDACS.gov 

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: 

A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and one and a half (1.5) years of experience in environmental protection, regulation, or health; one of the physical or natural sciences; or engineering; or 

A master’s degree from an accredited college or university and six (6) months of experience as described above; or 

Two and a half (2.5) years of experience as an Environmental Specialist I or higher with the State of Florida; or 

Three (3) years of experience as described above.

Requires possession of a valid Class E driver license. 

EDUCATIONAL NOTE: Graduates utilizing education attained in the United States to meet the minimum requirements of a position will not be appointed until verification of the applicable degree has been obtained.Foreign trained graduates utilizing a degree attained outside of the United States to meet the minimum requirements of a position must be prepared to provide a copy of a credential evaluation conducted by an Approved Credential Evaluation Agency. A list of approved agencies can be viewed at “Approved Credential Evaluation Agencies, Florida Department of Education.” Approved Credential Evaluation Agencies (fldoe.org) 

***ATTENTION CANDIDATES*** 

To be considered for a position with the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services: 

• All fields in the Candidate Profile must be completed (an attached resume is not a substitution for the information required on the candidate profile).
• Work history, duties and responsibilities, hours worked, supervisor, and formal education fields, etc. must be filled out to determine qualifications for this position.
• Responses to Qualifying Questions must be verifiable in the Candidate Profile.

The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services values
and supports employment of individuals with disabilities. Qualified
individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. 

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: 

Public Applicator’s License, ACO Federal Phytosanitary Certification.  

Must obtain restricted-use pesticide license within six months of initial employment and must maintain licensure thereafter.  

This position has regulatory responsibilities and is subject to the provisions of s. 112.313, Florida Statutes, and Section 60L-36.003, Florida Administrative Code.  

Frequent travel, including overnight and sometimes up to two weeks at a time on an emergency program, is required. 

JOB DUTIES: 

GENERAL STATEMENT: This position is responsible for the overall administration of Plant Inspection programs and personnel in Region I, which protect the environment through plant pest exclusion, detection, identification, pest control or eradication, and through public information and education regarding plant pests, pesticides and biological control agents. 

Monitors work performance of subordinates, including periodic written evaluations and discussions; counseling to develop skills and correct deficiencies; recognizing employee accomplishments; and recommending timely disciplinary actions as needed. Approves timesheets and leave requests. Documents recommendations for special pay increases, reclassifications, and disciplinary actions, when appropriate. Efficiently carries out employee selection actions when vacancies are to be filled. Responsible and accountable for managing budget/dollars/resources (staff, vehicles, computers, cell phones, etc.) of any assigned programs in an efficient and accountable manner. Responsible for ensuring that assigned program areas have operational procedures and processes which result in accountability and compliance with division and department policies and procedures. 

Organizes and coordinates work activities of Environmental Supervisor and Environmental Specialist positions, support staff, and OPS personnel assigned to Region I; maintains liaison between field activities and the Environmental Administrator. Prepares weekly itinerary of all activities, compiles a quarterly report of work performed in the region, and approves all travel vouchers and vehicle reports submitted by assigned personnel. 

Organizes and directs emergency eradication programs as a result of exotic plant pest detections, which includes coordination of survey activities, establishing regulatory and Environmental Impact Assessment guidelines, and exercising available control options in an effort to control or eliminate pests which may adversely affect the health and well being of Florida’s natural areas or agricultural crops. 

Organizes and coordinates the training of new employees, including a review of departmental personnel procedures, division administrative procedures and the bureau’s Plant Inspection Procedure Manual. Coordinates with the Environmental Administrator and the Division Training Coordinator the North Florida phase of Plant Inspection Training, including use of Phytosanitary Certificate Issuance & Tracking System (PCIT) computer porgram for export certification, plant and pest identification, a review of fruit fly detection procedures and of special programs, and nursery regulations and inspection procedures. Schedules periodic workshops to ensure the efficient coordination of work assignments to provide additional training for region employees. 

Conducts yearly performance appraisals for employees under direct supervision, requiring the Environmental Supervisor II to spend a portion of time working with each supervisor in the field observing how the supervisor influences work performance. Counsels and assists each of the supervisors assigned to the region when they conduct performance evaluations on their subordinates. Conducts or coordinates all applicant interviews with assigned supervisory staff and submits all recommendations for employment through the Environmental Administrator for approval. Initiates or reviews counseling or disciplinary actions on all Region I personnel according to current departmental procedures and submits to Environmental Administrator. 

Ensures that an effective plant pest detection program is being maintained throughout the region, including a periodic evaluation of fruit fly detection traps tended in the region and submission of a monthly fruit fly detection status report to the Environmental Administrator and others. Organizes and coordinates pest surveys for newly introduced pests which may be detrimental to native plants and habitats as well as economic crops. 

Provides assistance to industry and consumers regarding division regulatory activities, responds to inquiries involving plant pest problems and prepares reports on the same for the Environmental Administrator. Represents the department and the division at meetings, seminars or conferences conducted by regulated industries, and may be required to prepare and deliver presentations to groups concerning division policies. Serves as liaison between the division and local representatives of other regulatory and research agencies, such as the USDA, Plant Protection and Quarantine personnel, Department of Environmental Regulation, Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences, county Extension personnel. 

Maintains currency with all rules and regulations the division administers under the authority of Chapter 581, Florida Statutes, and with current division programs, including: Fruit Fly Detection, Regulation of Noxious Weeds and Plant Pests, Environmental Impact Assessments, Protection of Native Flora, Nematode Certification, Brown Garden Snail Certification, Imported Fire Ant Certification, Nursery and Stock dealer Inspection and Certification, Post Entry Quarantine Procedures, Detector Dog Program, and USDA plant import and export regulations including identification and certification of plants listed by the Congress of International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES). 

Responsible for ensuring all vendor billing statements and invoices are accurate and submitted in a timely manner to the division fiscal office. Prepares and executes lease agreements for office space and contractual services. Responsible for annual inventory for Region I. Responsible for coordination of the procurement of necessary safety equipment and practices. Holds quarterly safety committee meetings and reviews field safety reports. Reviews all accident reports and reports of injury submitted for Region I personnel. 
Assists personnel in proper resolution of claims resulting from accidents or injuries. 

Performs other duties as required. 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: 

• Knowledge of plant inspection procedures and techniques.
• Ability to plan and organize work assignments and supervise others.
• Ability to effectively organize and conduct training.
• Ability to interpret and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures relating to environmental and agricultural programs.
• Ability to lift and transport up to 25 lb. objects.
• Ability to work in extreme hot and cold temperatures.
• Ability to operate a computer to access and retrieve electronic information.

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida 

Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State’s total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including: 

• Annual and Sick Leave benefits;
• Nine paid holidays and one Personal holiday each year;
• State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision and other supplemental insurance options;
• Retirement plan options, including employer contributions (For more information, please visit www.myfrs.com;)
• Flexible Spending Accounts;
• Tuition waivers;
• And more!

For a complete list of benefits, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com.For an estimate of the total compensation package for this position, please visit the “Total Compensation Estimator Tool” located above under the “Posting Closing Date.” 

SPECIAL NOTES:

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.