Engineer (0549) (Hybrid) bei Southwest Florida Water Management District
Southwest Florida Water Management District · Tampa, Vereinigte Staaten Von Amerika · Hybrid
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Work for Our Water Resources.
Help protect one of Florida’s most vital resources — water — with a career at the Southwest Florida Water Management District (District).
The District is a government agency whose mission is to protect water resources, minimize flood risks, and ensure the public’s water needs are met. We serve a population of nearly 6 million people in west-central Florida as directed by state law.
Join our Environmental Resource Bureau
Within the Environmental Resource Permit (ERP) Bureau, you’ll have the opportunity to conduct varied levels of technical and administrative engineering work related to storm water permitting in the District's ERP Bureau. This position will evaluates ERP applications and requests for exemptions from ERP requirements. The ERP Engineer will be responsible for reviewing permit related documents in support of permit and compliance related activities, generating written correspondence regarding permit application deficiencies and completeness within mandated deadlines, and answering questions and performing activities relating to permitting, compliance, and other resource regulation activities.
The District supports employees who prefer a remote work schedule so that they can enjoy their time outside of the District through work-life balance. This role is considered hybrid, which means the employee will be required to come on-site for periodic meetings or work a portion of their time from a designated location and the remainder of their time remotely. The successful candidate must be a Florida resident.
District employees are offered an excellent total rewards package that includes:
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Compensation:
Engineer 1: $53,589.00 - $72,931.50
Engineer 2: $61,254.00 - $84,422.50
Engineer 3: $66,180.00 - $91,203.50
Engineer 4: $71,460.00 - $98,500.00
The starting salary ranges are included for the Engineer profile which reflects the minimum to 50% of the respective pay grades. The starting salary will be based on the education and experience of the successful candidate. The District conducts annual performance evaluations that may award applicable pay increases based on positive employee performance.
Essential Functions
- Evaluates ERP applications, and requests for exemptions from ERP requirements. Reviews permit related documents in support of permit and compliance related activities. Generates written correspondence regarding permit application deficiencies and completeness within mandated deadlines.
- Reviews engineering drawings, reports, computer models, and permit documents and use appropriate computer software, as necessary, for permit and District rule compliance.
- Participates in meetings with the public, permit applicants, and/or their representatives to discuss permitting and compliance related matters. Respond to questions from the public and consultants regarding surface water permitting. Develop correspondence and responses regarding permitted and non-permitted surface water management systems.
- Provides engineering and regulatory input and project assistance to other disciplines, sections, and divisions.
- Proficient in the use of the Water Management Information System (WMIS/E-Permitting) and Geographic Information System (GIS)/ArcMap to facilitate compliance and permitting decisions.
- Monitors construction activities, inspects permitted storm water management systems, and investigates complaints. Conducts related field inspections and facility verification as necessary using levels, tape, and other equipment.
- Coordinates with other local, state, and federal regulatory agencies and governmental organizations as necessary. When necessary, represents the ERP Evaluation Manager at meetings relating to Surface Water Regulation.
- Participates in ERP Bureau projects under the direction of the ERP Evaluation Manager. Participates in departmental activities and performs other duties as necessary.
- The District plays a critical, emergency management role before, during and after major storm events and/or in conjunction with the overall emergency management strategy, operations, and recovery for the State of Florida. The employee therefore may be required to perform duties as assigned before, during, and after major storm events and emergency situations such as hurricanes or other declared emergencies. Such duties may include the employee's normal work functions or other emergency support functions as determined necessary by the District.
Working Conditions
In-office: Standard office environment and equipment such as personal computer, copier, etc. Occasional travel may be required. Ability to perform continuous repetitive tasks (to include keyboarding and driving) with one or both hands and feet is required.
In-field: Work performed in the field may often be in remote and undeveloped areas of the District, under adverse weather conditions. Travel and some outdoor labor may be required. May be exposed to extremes in elements, temperature and humidity and to a variety of pests, including mosquitoes and ticks. Must be able to able to bend, lift, carry, and reach above shoulder level. May occasionally require the ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 20 pounds. Must be able to operate a motorized vehicle for extended periods, some driving may be in off-road (4x4) conditions.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Employee may be subject to call-in outside of regularly scheduled work hours, or required to be on call, including on nights, weekends or holidays, to respond to emergency management activities or other incidents requiring rapid response in support of District operations.
Required Credentials for Engineer Opportunity
| Job Profile | Education | Years of Exp | Certification |
| Engineer 1 | Bachelors in Engineering | 0 | - |
| Engineer 2 | Bachelors in Engineering | 2 | - |
| Engineer 3 | Bachelors in Engineering | 4 | PE |
| Engineer 4 | Bachelors in Engineering | 5 | PE |
Valid driver's license required for all positions
Application Process
The District will determine eligibility for employment solely from the information provided on a District employment application. All applicants are required to complete, in full, the District employment application. Incomplete applications will not be considered. A resume will not be considered as a substitute for the required District application for the purpose of qualification. Applicants who are within 30 days of graduation, if selected are not allowed to start until all minimum qualifications are met.
Additional Details
This position is typically scheduled to work 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, out of the Tampa, FL office. Upon training completion, remote work options may be available. This position is eligible for compensatory time for hours worked over 40 hours, in a week.
Travel Required
Yes. Some travel, using District vehicle, within the District's coverage area.
Accepting applications until October 3, 2025 at 4:00 PM
About Us
Managing the water resources for west-central Florida, our district includes approximately 10,000 square miles of territory spanning 16 counties and serving more than 5 million residents. Established in 1961 as a flood-protection agency, our objective is to meet the needs of current and future water users, protect and preserve our water resources, manage the water supply, protect water quality, and preserve water-related functions.
Apply Now
The District prides itself on providing a positive work flexible environment that engages and supports our employees. This could be the opportunity of a lifetime. Click on the link to apply and put yourself to work for our water resources.
