The Southwest Florida Water Management District is a government agency dedicated to protecting water resources and minimizing flood risks for nearly 6 million residents in west-central Florida. They are seeking an Engineer to conduct technical and administrative engineering work related to storm water permitting, including evaluating applications and reviewing permit-related documents.
Responsibilities
- 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
Skills
- Bachelors in Engineering for all Engineer levels
- 0 years of experience for Engineer 1
- 2 years of experience for Engineer 2
- 4 years of experience and PE certification for Engineer 3
- 5 years of experience and PE certification for Engineer 4
- Valid driver's license required for all positions
Benefits
- Florida Retirement System (FRS) District Total Contribution 13.63%
- 9 paid holidays (+ 1 floating holiday)
- Generous vacation and sick leave
- Paid Parental Leave, including Maternity, Bonding and Family Supportive Work Program
- Medical and dental insurance (91- 97% District paid)
- Vision insurance
- Deferred compensation Program
- Basic and voluntary life and AD&D insurance
- Long-term disability (District Paid)
- Prescription drug coverage & mail order program
- Health savings & flexible spending accounts
- Flexible schedule for Work-life balance
- Legal and Identity Theft protection
- Wellness program
- Public service loan forgiveness qualified employer
- Tuition reimbursement ($5,250/year)
- State adoption benefit qualified employer
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Transfer in years of service for other public sector work – towards the FRS program and sick time
Company Overview
- Official account of the Southwest Florida Water Management District serving west-central Florida. It was founded in 1961, and is headquartered in Brooksville, FL, US, with a workforce of 501-1000 employees. Its website is http://www.watermatters.org.