Job Description:

Environmental Permitting Manager (Manager II)

Description

About the Position

In this role, you will lead the Environmental Permitting team, overseeing implementation of the Comprehensive Plan and County Code requirements while balancing environmental protection with community needs.

Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

Comprehensive Plan & Environmental Protection

• Lead implementation of environmental policies within the Comprehensive Plan and County Code.

• Oversee environmental permitting and reviews (UDC, building, tree protection, coastal setback, and more).

• Ensure consistent application of environmental standards and regulatory requirements.

• Direct field inspections related to native habitats and protected species.

• Collaborate with County departments, municipalities, and state/federal agencies on permitting and compliance.

• Review and advance permits, recommendations, and ordinance updates for County Commission consideration.

• Oversee compliance monitoring, resolve complex permitting issues, and maintain tracking/reporting systems.

• Prepare reports, support Board assignments, and manage special projects.

Administration & Leadership

• Provide leadership, set priorities, and delegate work to Environmental Permitting staff.

• Hire, train, mentor, and evaluate team members.

• Oversee division budget, revenues, expenditures, and fee recommendations.

• Ensure payroll, personnel actions, and health and safety standards are properly managed.

• Track performance measures and support business and communication planning.

Facilitation & Special Projects

• Serve as an internal environmental consultant and technical resource.

• Partner with cross-functional County teams on project development.

• Provide technical guidance to the public on environmental regulations and compliance.

• Lead and support special projects across the organization.

• Oversee audit activities, risk mitigation efforts, and implementation of internal controls.

About the Schedule

Work Hours:

• Full-time, 40 hours per week.

• Typical Schedule: Monday - Friday, 08:00 a.m. to 05:00 p.m.

As a reminder, all county employees are considered essential and must be prepared to protect and support the community and its citizens. Each employee, without exception, will have a duty assignment and be required to work during a disaster or declared emergency.

Salary:

$77,105.60 - $83,605.60