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Stormwater Operations Manager

Sarasota County Government

Location: Sarasota, Florida
Type: Non-Remote
Posted on: April 10, 2026
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).
Please mention you found this employment opportunity on the CareersInGovernment.com job board.