Environmental Manager Jobs in Florida (NOW HIRING)

Requisition No: 880990 

Agency: Environmental Protection

Working Title: Pending Vacancy ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGER - SES - 37020916

 Pay Plan: SES

Position Number: 37020916 

Salary:  69,748.68 annually 

Posting Closing Date: 08/06/2026 

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Environmental Manager

State of Florida

Department of Environmental Protection

Pending Vacancy

This position is located in Temple Terrace, FL

Internal Agency Only

Position Overview and Responsibilities:

In carrying out the duties of this position, the incumbent is expected at all times to be aware of and abide by the Department's Standards of Conduct, as well as any and all departmental and/or work unit rules, directives, policies, procedures, and/or general orders applicable to performing the duties of this position.

The primary responsibility is to directly supervise and oversee the work of staff. The incumbent will effectively communicate with, motivate, train, and evaluate on direct work performance and responsible for time and attendance of subordinates.

• Coordinates with peers in the District Office in order to meet workload commitments and goals.
• Oversee the timely issuance of associated program compliance/enforcement documents and/or permitting/waste cleanup documents.
• Continually reduces time to process compliance/enforcement and/or permitting/waste cleanup actions and response times. 
• Coordinates with peers related to the compliance and technical assistance and outreach program for the District Office.
• Coordinates with peers for multi-media inspections and cross-training. Coordinates with manager counterparts to meet program needs.
• Works with the appropriate Division to implement programmatic processes as a means of continuous process improvement.
• Conducts performance appraisals for employees at least annually.
• Identifies poor performers and initiates improvement plans.
• Identifies stellar performers and provides opportunities for increased visibility and training.
• Develops staff technical expertise in regulated industry.
• Identify, develop, and mentor staff for leadership positions.
• Ability to motivate and build a team.
• Be positive and supportive toward upper management.
• Is a team player that leads by example.
• Skill in managing conflicts and negotiating mutually acceptable outcomes.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by supervisor.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Proven experience and skill managing conflicts and negotiating mutually acceptable outcomes.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to interpret and understand laboratory analysis and procedures.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to communicate regulatory information effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments.
• Ability to speak to a large audience.
• Ability to critically manage and evaluate data.
• Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and three years of verifiable related experience; or any combination of post-secondary education or verifiable related experience, as described above, for a total of seven years.  A credential evaluation report from an approved agency must be submitted along with all foreign degrees.
• Maintain a valid Driver License
• Required to travel

Position of Special Trust Requirement:

This position is designated as a Position of Special Trust in accordance with DEP Directive 422, Positions of Special Trust or Responsibility. Successful completion of background screening will be required for this position.

Pay:

$69,748.68 annually

Our Organization and Mission:

The Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is the state's lead agency for environmental management and stewardship - protecting our air, water and land. The vision of DEP is to advance Florida's position as a world leader in protecting natural resources while growing the state's economy. DEP encourages its leaders to constantly innovate and seek efficiencies. We believe in supporting and encouraging you as you take on important and often complex projects while offering you the opportunity to gain valuable experience quickly.

Where You Will Work:

The Southwest District Office is located in Temple Terrace, a small city just outside of Tampa. Tampa is close to the Gulf Coast with beautiful white sand beaches.  It is considered a major business center while also known for its museums and cultural offerings.  Places such as the Busch Gardens Theme Park, historic Ybor City with its many restaurants and nightlife, the world's longest continuous sidewalk along Bayshore Blvd., and a sports enthusiast haven are just some of the many activities people can enjoy in the area.  There is also no state income tax for residents of Florida.  The Southwest District covers 8 counties (Hillsborough, Pinellas, Manatee, Polk, Pasco, Hernando, Citrus, and Hardee).  

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 click www.myfrs.com);
• Flexible Spending Accounts;
• Tuition waivers;
• And more!

For a more complete list of benefits, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com.

Special Notes: 

DEP is committed to successfully recruiting and onboarding talented and skilled individuals into its workforce. We recognize the extensive training, experience, and transferable skills that veterans and individuals with disabilities bring to the workforce. Veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to contact our recruiter for guidance and answers to questions through the following email addresses:

HR_VeteransPreference@dep.state.fl.us

HR_Recruitment@FloridaDEP.gov

An individual with a disability is qualified if he or she satisfies the skills, experience, and other job-related requirements for a position and can perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must contact the DEP Human Resources (HR) Office at (850) 245-2511. DEP requests applicants notify HR in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

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.