Public Utilities Manager

Public Utilities Manager

Salary

$100,000.00 - $110,000.00 Annually

Location

2201 Second Street, Fort Myers, FL

Job Type

Full-Time Regular

Job Number

07990OB

Department

Solid Waste

Opening Date

08/12/2026

Closing Date

8/19/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

FLSA

Exempt

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Description

We're looking for a dynamic and forward-thinking Public Utilities Manager to help drive excellence in our countywide waste prevention and collection programs. In this pivotal role, you'll guide multiple work groups, shape operational strategy, and ensure our community receives reliable, high-quality waste services every day. You'll work closely with internal teams, external partners, and community stakeholders to strengthen service delivery, champion innovative waste prevention efforts, and lead key initiatives such as the County's Illegal Dumping Task Force.

This is an opportunity for a motivated, detail-oriented professional with strong leadership, communication, and analytical skills to make a meaningful impact on public service and environmental stewardship.

Duties and Responsibilities

What Youll Do

Operational Leadership & Team Management

• Direct multiple operational work groups and oversee daily activities.

• Lead staff meetings, safety briefings, and contribute to department operational meetings.

• Oversee routine staff field inspections and ensure compliance with operational standards.

• Coordinate and conduct required health, safety, regulatory, and operational training.

• Lead and coordinate internal and external department staff during storm recovery operations to ensure an effective, organized, and timely response.

Planning, Compliance & Program Oversight

• Lead operational planning and implementation of departmental goals and objectives.

• Ensure regulatory compliance across all waste prevention and collection programs.

• Oversee countywide waste prevention and franchise collection initiatives.

• Lead the County's Illegal Dumping Task Force, ensuring effective investigation and prevention strategies.

Contract & Vendor Management

• Develop, administer, and monitor franchise hauling agreements and operational contracts.

• Create scopes of work and monthly vendor performance reports.

• Ensure vendor compliance and high-quality service delivery through continuous performance monitoring.

Budgeting & Administrative Management

• Manage budgeting, resource planning, and related operational processes.

• Ensure timely completion of required risk management documentation, accident reports, and incident investigations.

Collaboration & Stakeholder Coordination

• Work closely with County departments, contractors, consultants, municipalities, regulatory agencies, elected officials, developers, and community stakeholders.

• Build and maintain effective working relationships with staff, contractors, and internal/external stakeholders at all organizational levels.

• Coordinate programs and resolve operational issues through effective communication and partnership.

Technical & Analytical Skills

• Utilize Microsoft Office applications and database software to support planning, reporting, and analysis.

• Apply strong analytical, organizational, and project management skills to optimize operations.

Education, Experience, Licensing

What Were Looking For

Minimum Requirements

• Any combination of education and/or experience equivalent to:
• A bachelors degree Business Administration, Engineering, Public Administration, Environmental Science, Logistics, Supply Chain Management or closely related field AND
• Two (2) years of experience in municipal solid waste operations, public works, environmental compliance or closely related field

Licensing Requirement

• Valid drivers license and acceptable driving record

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supervising field teams, operational crews, or contracted service providers
• Experience administering operational contracts, franchise hauling agreements, or vendor performance programs
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations related to solid waste, recycling, environmental compliance, or public works operations
• Demonstrated project management skills, including budgeting, planning, and coordinating multi-stakeholder initiatives
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, database systems, and operational reporting tools
• Strong analytical skills with experience using data to monitor performance, improve workflows, or solve operational problems
• Experience working with municipalities, regulatory agencies, contractors, or public-sector partners
• Experience participating in or leading illegal dumping mitigation or enforcement programs

Supplemental Information

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM.

Why Join Us?

• Make a meaningful impact by supporting essential community services that protect public health, improve service delivery, and enhance environmental stewardship across the County.

• Work in a dynamic, collaborative environment where your leadership, ideas, and problem-solving skills directly shape operational success.

• Take on a highly visible role that partners with multiple departments, municipalities, contractors, and community stakeholders.

• Grow professionally through hands-on program management, contract administration, regulatory compliance, and cross-department coordination.

• Lead initiatives such as the Illegal Dumping Task Force, giving you the opportunity to influence countywide strategies and improve community outcomes.

• Join a supportive team committed to innovation, continuous improvement, and high-quality public service.

About the Department

Lee County Solid Waste works to protect the environment and support a healthier community through responsible and efficient waste management. Our programs include curbside collection, recycling, hazardous waste drop-off, construction debris recycling, and composting operations. When you join our team, you help turn waste into valuable resources and support sustainability efforts across Lee County.

About Lee County

Lee County is located in beautiful Southwest Florida and is home to over 800,000 residents. We are dedicated to serving our community with high-quality services and a focus on sustainability and innovation. Join us in making Lee County a great place to live, work, and visit. Find out more about Lee County at Lee County Government.

EMERGENCY RESPONSE/RECOVERY ACTIVITIES:

All County employees are required to work before, during, or after an emergency as needed. This may include temporarily being assigned to work and performing duties outside of the normal scope of their position, location and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens.

DISCLAIMER: The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this classification. All positions are subject to a criminal background check. A conviction in and of itself may not necessarily preclude employment. Some positions may be subject to a pre-employment drug screening. Certain service members and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such service members and veterans, who claim and meet eligibility requirements of veterans preference, receive preference and priority in employment and are encouraged to apply.

Lee County Board of County Commissioners offers a comprehensive, and affordable benefits package. Our Board works in the best interest of employees and strives to provide the most complete, high-quality benefits package available at the lowest possible cost to the employee. Our Board continues to remain steadfast in maintaining one of the lowest levels of employee costs in our area.

Lee Countys benefits package is offered to both regular Full-time positions and Part-time positions that are regularly scheduled to work 60 hours or more bi-weekly. Medical benefits may be offered to On-Call, Temporary, Seasonal, and Intern employees who meet the Affordable Care Act eligibility criteria.

Lee County employees eligible to participate in the Florida Retirement System (FRS) are required to contribute 3% of each paycheck to FRS. If you have retired from the Florida Retirement Pension plan you will not be eligible for renewed membership in either of the FRS retirement plan options. Retirees of the Investment Plan are eligible for renewed membership in the Investment Plan only. FRS reemployment rules apply for both.

Below is a brief breakdown of whats included in the benefits package that is offered to our employees.

For a more detailed look into our benefits package, please click visit our webpage at www.leegov.com/hr/Documents/Employee%20Benefits/2024%20Benefits/FULLTIME%20ACTIVE%20LCBOCC%202024%20Plan%20Year%20OE%20Guide%20FINAL%20AON%202023.09.12.pdf.

To view our employee paid premiums, please visit: https://www.leegov.com/hr/Documents/Employee%20Benefits/2024%20Benefits/2024%20Active%20Employee%20Rates.pdf

Health Benefits:

• Medical Insurance
• Plans include, but are not limited to: routine, preventative, mental health, hospitalization, and prescription drug benefits.
• Vision, Fitness, Weight Management, Natural Products and Services, and Hearing discount programs available.
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Medical Reimbursement Account
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Account
• Pharmacy, including Mail-Order Pharmacy
• Informed Health Lines (Nurse Hotline)
• Basic Life Insurance (1x or 2x Annual Salary at no cost to employee)
• Optional Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability (60% of pre-disability salary at no cost to employee)
• Short-Term Disability
• Sick Leave Pool
• Flu vaccinations
• Wellness Programs

Financial Benefits:

• Florida Retirement System (FRS)
• Two Retirement Plan Options:

1) FRS Pension Plan (Defined Benefit)

2) FRS Investment Plan (Defined Contribution)

• Deferred Compensation (457) Plans
• Financial Savings/Management Programs
• Eligible for membership with Suncoast Credit Union
• Employee Leave Benefits
• Holiday Pay - 11 Paid Holidays Annually
• Paid Sick Leave
• Paid Vacation Leave
• Bereavement & Civic Duty Leave
• Family and Medical Leave
• Military Family & Medical Leave
• Educational Leave

Employee Assistance Program

Services available to employees that offers guidance, support, resources and information for personal and work-life issues. Confidential and provided at no charge to employees and their dependents.

United Way 2-1-1 (Lee County Employee Resource Program)

Lee County BOCC has partnered with United Way 211 to provide an Employee Resource Program which assists BoCC employees who may be experiencing distress due to economic hardship, health or other factors.

Educational Assistance

Reimbursement for coursework taken at an accredited college or university that is designed to enhance the knowledge, skills and abilities relating to the official duties that the employees perform.

01

Do you possess a valid drivers license with an acceptable driving record?

• Yes
• No

02

Which of the following best describes your experience in municipal solid waste, public utilities, public works, environmental compliance, or similar operational fields? (Be sure to include this experience in the Work History section of your application.)

• No experience
• Less than 1 year
• 1 - 3 years
• 4 - 6 years
• More than 6 years

03

In which of the following operational areas have you worked? Select all that apply: (Be sure to include this experience in the Work History section of your application.)

• Municipal solid waste collection or recycling programs
• Contracted hauling or franchise waste collection oversight
• Public utilities operations
• Public works field operations or maintenance programs
• Environmental compliance or permitting
• Hazardous waste or household chemical waste programs
• Regulatory inspections or enforcement
• Disaster response or recovery support
• Community outreach or public-facing service programs
• Large-scale customer service operations
• Other (Please explain in your Work History section)

Required Question

Employer Lee County Government

Address P.O. Box 398

ATT: Human Resources

Fort Myers, Florida, 33902

Phone (239) 533-2245

Website https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/leecounty