ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGER-SES - 42001873

Date: Jan 29, 2025

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Requisition No: 845698

Agency: Agriculture and Consumer Services

Working Title: ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGER-SES - 42001873

Pay Plan: SES

Position Number: 42001873

Salary: $59,770.36 - $71,724.38

Posting Closing Date: 02/08/2025

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ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGER-SES

FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND CONSUMER SERVICES

DIVISION OF FOOD SAFETY

BUREAU OF CHEMICAL RESIDUE LABORATORIES

*OPEN COMPETITIVE OPPORTUNITY. *

CONTACT:

Mike Thompson, (850) 617-7525

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in one of the physical or natural sciencesandfour (4) years of professional experience in one of the physical or natural sciences, environmental protection, regulation or health; or

A master's degree from an accredited college or university in a major as described aboveandthree (3) years of professional experience as described above;or

A doctorate from an accredited college or university in a major as described aboveandone (1) year of professional experience as described above.

Certain positions within this class require individuals to meet specific federal or state regulations as identified by the employing agency.

EDUCATIONAL NOTE: Graduates utilizing education attained in the United States to meet the minimum requirements of a position will not be appointed until verification of the applicable degree has been obtained. Foreign trained graduates utilizing a degree attained outside of the United States to meet the minimum requirements of a position must be prepared to provide a copy of a credential evaluation conducted by an Approved Credential Evaluation Agency. A list of approved agencies can be viewed at “Approved Credential Evaluation Agencies, Florida Department of Education.”Approved Credential Evaluation Agencies (fldoe.org) (https://www.fldoe.org/teaching/certification/foreign-trained-grads/approved-credential-evaluation-agencie.stml)

ATTENTION CANDIDATES

To be considered for a position with the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services:

• All fields in the Candidate Profile must be completed (an attached resume is not a substitution for the information required on the candidate profile).

• Work history, duties and responsibilities, hours worked, supervisor, and formal education fields, etc. must be filled out to determine qualifications for this position.

• Responses to Qualifying Questions must be verifiable in the Candidate Profile.

  The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services values

and supports employment of individuals with disabilities. Qualified

individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Occasional travel required.

This position has regulatory responsibilities and is subject to the provisions of s.112.313, F.S. and Section 60L – 36.003, Florida Career Service Rules and Regulations.

This position has vendor invoice/warrant processing responsibility 215.422, F.S.

NOTES:

Successful applicants must pass a background screening, including fingerprinting, as a condition of employment.

JOB DUTIES:

This position manages, plans, organizes, and oversees lab development or modification of analytical methods (including verification and validation), analysis of samples submitted for testing, and coordination of activities related to the maintenance of accreditation to International Organization of Standardization (ISO) 17025 standards and a clean, safe, organized, efficient work environment.

This position manages analyses in the HPLC subsection. As a supervisor, the incumbent must communicate with, motivate, provide or coordinate training, and direct the work of subordinates. Supervises effectively by monitoring performance, including periodic written evaluations and discussions; counseling to develop skills and correct deficiencies; recognizing employee accomplishments; and recommending timely disciplinary actions as needed. Documents recommendations for special pay increases, reclassifications and disciplinary actions, when appropriate. Approves timesheets and leave requests. Efficiently carries out employee selection actions when vacancies are to be filled. Responsible and accountable for managing budget/dollars/resources (staff, vehicles, computers, cell phones, etc.) of any assigned programs in an efficient and accountable manner. Responsible for ensuring that assigned program areas have operational procedures and processes which result in accountability and compliance with division and department policies and procedures. Trains chemists on a variety of advanced analytical instrumentation and associated instrumental analysis techniques, Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) and sample custody. Assures a safe, organized and efficient work unit.

The unit performs analysis under the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) 17025 scope of accreditation. This position coordinates the work of chemists and other laboratory staff who perform analytical activities; ensures the use of appropriate methodology and techniques, adherence to defined quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) requirements, and adherence to all laboratory and safety procedures. Analyzes, interprets and reports sample demographic and analytical data utilizing a wide variety of laboratory data processing, spreadsheet and database computer applications in a network environment. Reviews and assures accuracy of data and/or calculations pertaining to samples, analyzes control charts and takes corrective action when needed. Determines and reports the regulatory significance of sample data received or generated by the unit. Reviews analytical work for accuracy and completeness.

Administers and performs complex sample analysis using various analytical techniques. Performs chemical extractions when required. Manages daily workflow of samples and batches within the Subsection. Maintains proper sample custody and accurate records of all section procedures. Maintains the section’s Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), making revisions and writing new SOPs as required. Implements all section QA procedures and assures adherence with all ISO 17025 accreditation requirements taking prompt and effective corrective actions as needed. Performs sample analysis and data reporting as needed to maintain sample workflow in section. Reviews or coordinates review of sample data batches for accuracy, completeness and compliance with QA/QC requirements and ISO 17025 requirements.

Coordinates and oversees equipment purchases and maintenance programs, and routine operation of the section’s analytical instruments and related equipment.

Suggests improvements to existing procedures and participates in development of new methods. Reviews, evaluates and/or implements current or new methods pertaining to analysis of samples. Coordinates, oversees and/or participates in method validation projects. Oversees the installation, evaluation and implementation of equipment, instruments, data systems, computers and/or computer applications.

Coordinates with the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), the Food and Drug Administrative (FDA) and other state managers to develop and implement analysis strategies, including new commodities and target analytes. Reviews sample results, assures analysis standards are met, and that results are accurately recorded and transferred to appropriate parties. Communicates with Food Emergency Response Network (FERN) or others to maintain knowledge of policies and expectations and communicates same to division and bureau managers.

Works with internal customers and external partners to ensure laboratory work is meeting customer/partner needs and regulatory requirements; works on special projects for the bureau and division; interacts with grant managers and external partners.

Performs other related work as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of scientific principles related to chemical analysis as indicated by degree with major course work in chemistry.

• Knowledge of principles and techniques related to use of modern extraction procedures and analytical instrumentation for analysis of chemical residues in food matrices.

• Knowledge of requirements for compliance with ISO 17025 and quality assurance protocols.

• Knowledge of data collection principles and techniques.

• Skills in applying scientific principles in evaluation of analytical processes.

• Ability to communicate effectively.

• Ability to formulate, understand and apply technical policies and procedures.

• Ability to collect evaluate and interpret scientific data and to prepare technical reports.

• Ability to effectively utilize information technology tools.

• Ability to conduct technical training in areas of knowledge.

• Ability to understand and follow policies and procedures related to work assignments, laboratory safety, employee supervision, and other job-related functions.

  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 visit www.myfrs.com ;)

• Flexible Spending Accounts;

• Tuition waivers;

• And more!

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

  For an estimate of the total compensation package for this position, please visit the“Total Compensation Estimator Tool”located above under the “Posting Closing Date.”

  SPECIAL NOTES:

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

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.

Location:

TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32301 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32304 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32305 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32302 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32309 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32316 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32317 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32311 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32303 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32312 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32399 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32310 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32308

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