Salary: $89,760.52 - $148,104.85 Annually
Location : Bradenton, FL
Job Type: Full-Time (Salaried)
Job Number: 25-00605
Department: Utilities Department
Opening Date: 08/29/2025
Closing Date: 9/8/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

General Information
Work Location: 3331 Lena Road, Bradenton, Fl 34211
Work Hours: Monday -Friday 7:00am - 3:30pm
Expected Starting Annual Range: $89,760.52 - $118,932.69

This classification performs work in managing operations and maintenance sections of Manatee County Water and/or Wastewater (in accordance with area of assignment) Treatment Plants. Oversees and ensures assigned facilities operate in a safe and efficient manner, within the guidelines of applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.

Note: This position has been designated by the Manatee County Commission as serving at the will and pleasure of the County Administrator. Employees so designated may be terminated at any time with or without cause.

Working Conditions
Indoor/outdoor situation; high noise environment while performing certain responsibilities. Lifting equipment up to 50 lbs. alone; up to 100 lbs. with assistance.

Job Description
Essential Functions
These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position.

Plans, organizes, supervises, and evaluates the operation and maintenance of water and/or wastewater treatment plant (including the Manatee County Master Reuse System - MCMRS) and related facilities; reviews proposed plans and specifications with supervisors for expansion, modification and repair of treatment equipment and facilities; plans for future plant expansions and improvements.

Reviews effectiveness and efficiency of water and/or wastewater plant operations and approves corrective measures as necessary; investigates use of new materials and new methods of operation in order to accomplish water and/or wastewater treatment more efficiently and economically; prepares reports on water and/or wastewater treatment activities and operations.

Manage the MCMRS reuse storage lakes, ground storage tanks, pumping facilities and computer water management model for coordination of the three (3) wastewater facilities reuse systems within the guidelines of the FDEP master reuse permit.

Ensures assigned facilities are operated in accordance with rules and regulations and meet standards set for such operations.

Establishes plant priorities and schedules projects; works with staff or consulting engineers on design of new water/wastewater treatment plants or modification of existing plants; reviews construction activities; prepares technical reports.

Supervises and participates in the preparation of operating and capital budgets; prepares and approves purchases and requisitions; prepares written specifications for equipment.

Interviews, selects and/or recommends new hires; supervises, directs, and evaluates work of assigned staff; initiates disciplinary or termination actions, as necessary.

Trains employees as necessary on plant operations and the use of microcomputer software.

Coordinates activities of the plant with other divisions; develops procedures for purchasing and plant operations; operates plant when required.

In the absence of the Division Manager, performs supervisory and administrative duties necessary to ensure continued smooth operation of the division.

Performs other related work (including weather or other extreme emergency duties) as required.

Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, environmental science, or related field.

Minimum of five (5) years' work experience in a large water and/or wastewater treatment facility (in accordance with area of assignment) or experience as a water/wastewater process design engineer and has experience in coordination with field operations staff while working in a public or private engineering office.

May consider equivalent combinations of education, experience, and Water and/or Wastewater license (in accordance with area of assignment).

Minimum of two (2) years supervisory experience.

Valid driver's license with valid Florida driver's license within 30 days of hire.
Veterans Preference

In accordance with Florida Statute 295.07, F.S., Chapter 55A-7, priority consideration in employment will be given to eligible veterans and spouses of disabled veterans. Applicants claiming preference must provide a DD Form 214 or other acceptable documentation with their application. We are committed to honoring the service and sacrifices of our veterans and their families.

EEO/ADA Statement

Manatee County Government is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you require any accommodations to participate in the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources at 941-748-4501 x 3865.

Drug-Free Workplace

Manatee County Government is a drug-free workplace in accordance with Federal and Florida Law.

Emergency Response/Recovery Activities

All employees may be required to work before, during, or after an emergency. During an emergency, employees may temporarily be assigned to work and perform duties outside the normal scope of their position, location, and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens.
Full Time Positions

Employee Assistance Program (EAP):

• ComPsych- offers all employees and their family members with emotional, financial, legal, and work/life balance support.
• LAMP counselors available for personal support including emotional, substance abuse, marital, and financial issues.
• Five (5) free visits annually for employees and covered family members.

Wellbeing Benefits:

• Wellness/Health Coaches (5 Free per year)
• On-site Fitness Centers for you and your dependents with 24/7 access
• Personal Training (5 Free per year)
• Pharmacy Technician
• Group Fitness Classes
• Musculoskeletal Physical Therapy Management
• Diabetes Care Program
• Registered Dietician (5 Free per year)
• Massages with licensed therapist (small copay)

Miscellaneous Benefits:

• Workers' Compensation
• Training/Seminars
• Premium Pay Differentials/Career Ladders
• Government employee discounts at many retailers and attractions
• Access to Manatee County Library Services (books, digital services, tools, museum passes).

Paid Time Off:

• 12 Paid Holidays including New Year's Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas.
• Three (3) Personal Holidays
• Personal Sick Leave
• Family Sick Leave
• Sick Leave Bank (Donated Hours)
• Professional Medical Appointment Leave
• Bereavement Leave
• Military Leave
• Military Training Leave
• FMLA

Vacation Award: Applies to employees regulary sceduled to work 8 hours per day/40 hours per week.
Years of Service Vacation Days
0-5 16.25 days
6-10 19.50 days
11+ 22.75 days

• Earn an additional day of vacation every six (6) consecutive months of no sick leave.

Insurance:

• Award-winning Health Plan with deductibles as low as $0.
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Prescription Insurance
• Life Insurance (6 times salary at low cost)
• Long-term and Short-term Disability Insurance

Retirement:

• Florida Retirement System (FRS) with Pension Plan and Investment Plan options.
• 457b Tax Deferred and ROTH account options through Voya.
• FRS Webinars
• Free financial guidance with licensed, non-commissioned financial planner

Career Wellness:

• Professional Leadership Programs
• Instructor-Led and eLearning Training
• Premium Pay Differentials/Career Ladders
• Career Counseling
• Toastmasters
• Networking Membership (Manatee Chamber of Commerce, Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance)
• Employee Recognition Programs with monetary and time-off awards

Education Benefits:

• Tuition Reimbursement eligible after six (6) months of Public Service, including GED reimbursement.
• Continuing Education support through Training/Seminars and Premium Pay Differentials/Career Ladder.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Flexible Spending Account:

• Options for Health Care and Dependent Care Spending Accounts providing pre-tax savings.

Permanent Part Time - Benefits

Employee Assistance Program (EAP):
• ComPsych - offers all employees and their family members with emotional, financial, legal, and work/life balance support.
• LAMP counselors available for personal support including emotional, substance abuse, marital, and financial issues.
Miscellaneous Benefits:
• Workers' Compensation
• Training/Seminars
• Fitness Center Access for employee only
• FRS options
• Premium Pay Differentials/Career Ladders
• Government employee discounts at many retailers and attractions
• Access to Manatee County Library Services (books, digital services, tools, museum passes).
Paid Time Off:
• 12 Paid Holidays including New Year's Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas.
• Three (3) Personal Holidays
• Paid Time Off and Leaves of Absence are based on an 8 hrs./day 80/hrs.
per pay-period basis, any work schedule less that this will be earned on
a pro-rated basis
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VERY IMPORTANT - When answering supplemental questions about experience, education or certification, please be sure the information is reflected in the Education, Work Experience and Certificates and Licenses sections of your application.

Must include Monthly Salary, Name of Employer, Location, Phone Number and Duties for each employer in Work Experience.
Note: "See Resume" is not acceptable.

Identify all gaps not related to medical reasons.

• I acknowledge the above statement

02

If you are claiming Veteran's Preference, please check category of eligibility

• A disabled veteran who is eligible for receiving compensation under public law administered by Department of Veteran's Affairs and Department of Defense
• The spouse of a veteran who cannot qualify for employment because of total and permanent service-connected disability, or spouse of a veteran missing in action, captured or forcefully detained by a foreign power
• A wartime veteran who has served at least 1 day during a wartime period (active duty for training may not be eligible)
• An un-remarried widow or widower of a Veteran who died of a service-connected disability
• The mother, father, legal guardian, or un-remarried widow or widower of a service member who died as a result of military service under combat-related conditions as verified by the U.S. Department of Defense
• A current member of any reserve component for the United States Armed Forces or the Florida National Guard
• A veteran with a "Honorable" discharge (Active duty for training may not be allowed for eligibility)
• Not claiming Veteran's Preference

03

Which level of education have you achieved?

• No high school equivalency
• High school graduate/equivalent
• Associates degree
• Bachelors degree
• Masters degree

04

What previous roles have you held that you believe qualify you for this position?
05

How many years of work experience do you have in a large water and/or wastewater treatment facility or as a water/wastewater process design engineer with experience in coordination with field operations staff while working in a public or private engineering office?

• None
• 1-2 years
• 3-4 years
• 5-6 years
• 7-8 years
• 9+ years

06

How many years of supervisory experience do you have?

• None
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 + years

07

Do you possess a valid Florida driver's license or have the ability to obtain one within 30 days of hire?

• Yes
• No

08

Please describe your experience in planning, developing and evaluating plans for Capital Improvement Projects (CIP). If no experience, please type "None".
09

Describe your experience in managing and preparing budgets. If no experience, please type none.
10

What is your experience with VT-SCADA, supervisory control, and data acquisition? If no experience, please type none.
11

Please list any licenses or certifications that you currently hold.. If none, please type.
Required Question