Job Description

Requisition No: 876415

Agency: Environmental Protection

Working Title: ENVIRONMENTAL SUPERVISOR IV - 37010137

Pay Plan: SES

Position Number: 37010137

Salary: $4,734.50/Monthly

Posting Closing Date: 06/04/2026

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Environmental Supervisor IV

State of Florida

Department of Environmental Protection

This position is located in Tallahassee, FL

and Responsibilities:

The Environmental Supervisor IV, position number 37010137, is in the Division of Environmental Assessment and Restoration’s Biology Program in Tallahassee and is responsible for supervising the Bench Biology Workgroup, consisting of six positions supporting microbiology and chlorophyll analyses. This position provides leadership, technical oversight, and operational direction to ensure high-quality laboratory services in support of environmental monitoring and protection efforts for the State of Florida.

This position spends majority of time communicating with, motivating, training, and evaluating employees; planning and directing employees’ work; and has the authority to hire, transfer, suspend, lay off, recall, promote, discharge, assign, reward, or discipline subordinate employees or effectively recommend such action. Responsible for time and attendance of subordinates. Serves as Environmental Supervisor of the Bench Workgroup within the Biology Program and maintains sufficient staffing levels for efficient and effective laboratory operations.

Performs supervisory work directing the efforts of professional and technical staff analyzing environmental samples for microbiology and chlorophyll analysis. Provides supervisory oversight and technical guidance for analytical methods to ensure consistency, accuracy, and compliance across the workgroup. Identifies training and competency needs for staff development.

Ensures analyses are performed in accordance with the Laboratory Quality Manual, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and laboratory safety protocols. Supports quality assurance (QA) objectives, assists in the preparation of the Laboratory Quality Manual, and maintains SOPs. Evaluates the acceptability of routine analyses and performance tests, takes appropriate action in response to unusual or unexpected results, and documents actions taken. Directs activities associated with the laboratory’s certification program within the assigned area of responsibility.

Ensures analytical results are reviewed, authorized, and reported within established laboratory deadlines, verifying data accuracy and completeness.

Communicates regularly and effectively with the workgroup administrator and staff regarding workload, analytical methods, personnel, training, data reporting, and other work-related activities. Coordinates with other Biology Program administrators and managers on research projects, special studies, and workload issues. Participates in laboratory freezer and refrigerator alarm monitoring.

Assists in designing, implementing, interpreting, and reporting focused laboratory and field studies in support of department program objectives. Analyzes and interprets biological and chemical data. Provides technical consulting services to agency programs and customers, performs technical reviews and evaluations, and participates on technical committees. Represents the Biology Program in department meetings and meetings with other agencies and stakeholders. Produces technical reports and presentations.

Stays abreast of developing analytical technology and directs evaluation of new equipment and methodologies. Makes purchasing recommendations for equipment and expenses. Ensures program funds, equipment, and supplies are efficiently and effectively utilized.

Performs other duties as directed.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of supervision and management.
• Knowledge of the terminology, principles and techniques used in physical and natural sciences, biological research, analysis, or testing.
• Knowledge of principles, procedures, techniques, and equipment used in bench biology laboratory testing and analysis.
• Ability to determine work priorities, assign work, document activities, and ensure timely completion of multiple concurrent assignments.
• Ability to use QC measures to evaluate accuracy, precision and efficiency of biological methods and ensure high quality data.
• Ability to maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for analytical methods and laboratory procedures, including all necessary documentation to support quality control procedures.
• Ability to use laboratory information management systems (LIMS) for sample processing and reporting.
• Ability to instruct, train, and monitor staff in the proper performance of laboratory procedures.
• Ability to prepare technical reports and presentations.
• Ability to effectively evaluate, report, and present complex scientific information and respond to questions from management, clients, auditors, and internal customers
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to think critically and utilize problem-solving techniques.
• Ability to manage, supervise, and motivate people to meet assigned objectives
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to work independently, and to work well in a group.
• Ability to participate in the laboratory freezer/refrigerator alarm monitoring.

Minimum Qualifications:

• At least eight (8) years of verifiable, related experience in environmental science, biology, chemistry, public health, or a closely related scientific or engineering field, with at least one year of the total eight years of experience in a supervisory or leadership role (e.g., supervisor, coordinator, project or program manager, team lead, team trainer), or completion of recognized leadership or management training. Post-secondary degrees in environmental science, biology, chemistry, public health, or a closely related scientific or engineering field of study from an accredited college or university may substitute for seven of the total eight years of experience on a year-for-year basis.

Other job requirments:

• Valid Driver’s License.
• Occasional 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.

Preferred Qualifications:

•Bachelor’s degree or higher with ≥16 semester credit hours in general microbiology and biology

•≥2 years of microbiological analysis experience for a laboratory seeking or maintaining accreditation

Pay:

$ 4,734.50 per month

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 work location of this position is in Tallahassee (Leon County), Florida. The city hosts the Capital of Florida and seat of state government. The city is home to numerous parks offering outdoor activities, league sports and natural trails for running, hiking, and biking. Tallahassee is located just 22 miles from the Gulf of Mexico, which is home to some of the world's top beaches. Florida State University, Florida A&M University, Tallahassee Community College, and several smaller colleges in the region offer a hub for academic research, athletics, art, music, and other student activities.

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);
• Tuition waivers;
• Total Compensation Estimator Tool
• And more!

For a 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.