Department:

Stormwater

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Are you a strategic leader with a passion for public service and infrastructure? Sarasota County is seeking a dynamic Senior Manager to lead our Stormwater Field Services Division. This critical role provides high-level leadership, oversight, and innovation in the operation, maintenance, repair, and the stormwater infrastructure within unincorporated Sarasota County and the City of Sarasota.

As the Senior Manager, you’ll be a key member of the department’s leadership team—building community trust, driving operational excellence, and fostering a culture of innovation and service.

The starting pay rage is $119,000.00 - $130,000.00/ Annually (based on experience), and benefits begin within 60 days of hire. Apply today to help shape the future of Sarasota County’s infrastructure.

Up to $3,000 relocation is available for those moving 50+ miles to join the premier community where people choose to live, work, and play!

About the Position

What You’ll Do:

• Lead and inspire a team responsible for essential public infrastructure and services.

• Develop and manage annual budgets, resources, and contracts to support divisional operations.

• Serve as a strategic partner to the Stormwater Director, department managers, county administrators, and elected officials.

• Promote collaboration, transparency, and team building across departments and with the community.

• Champion customer service and build strong public and interdepartmental relationships.

• Guide union negotiations and employee engagement with a focus on culture, morale, and development.

• Drive compliance with legal, regulatory, and accreditation standards (APWA).

• Represent the department in leadership meetings and public forums as needed.

What You Bring:

• Proven leadership in public works, infrastructure, or stormwater/environmental services.

• Strong strategic thinking, communication, and team-building skills.

• A passion for public service, innovation, and building resilient communities.

Work Hours:

Standard business hours are Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. 

About You

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Public Administration, Business Management or a related field AND eight (8) or more years of related experience 
• - OR - Master’s Degree in one of the above-mentioned fields AND six (6) or more years of related experience. 
• Four (4) or more years of supervisory/management experience. 
• A valid Florida Driver’s License is required at time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced professional certification highly desirable.
• Effective Communication Skills. 
• Experience with transportation and stormwater operations, maintenance and related equipment. 
• Experience managing operating budgets. 
• Effective communication and public speaking skills.
• Ability to manage people and projects with a focus on customer service, innovation and productivity. Excellent judgement and discretion. 
• Management of labor union employees.

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. 

Physical Demands:  Must frequently lift and/or move more than 50 pounds.

About Everything Else

Starting Pay Range: $119,000.00 - $130,000.00/ Annually, based on your experience

*Developed with assistance from ChatGPT AI

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,