Engineer (0511) (Hybrid)
About The Position
The Southwest Florida Water Management District (District) is a government agency dedicated to protecting water resources, minimizing flood risks, and ensuring the public's water needs are met for nearly 6 million people in west-central Florida. Within the Environmental Resource Permit (ERP) Bureau, this role supports the ERP Compliance Section by conducting professional-level technical and administrative engineering work. The successful candidate will focus on post-permitting compliance, with close coordination with the ERP Evaluation Section. This position applies engineering principles, project management, scientific findings, and environmental laws to evaluate, plan, design, and complete water-related projects, ensuring compliance with regulations and policies. The District offers a hybrid work schedule, requiring a portion of time on-site and a portion remotely, with the expectation that employees live in Florida. This is a challenging and fulfilling career opportunity to support the District’s mission.
Requirements
- Bachelors degree (or higher) in Water Resources Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, or related field
- Two (2) years related work experience (for Engineer 2)
- Four (4) years related work experience (for Engineer 3)
- Valid driver's license
- Valid Florida Professional Engineer license (for Engineer 3)
Nice To Haves
- Previous public sector experience
Responsibilities
- Ensure activities are brought into compliance with the state and District rules, including permit transfers, violations, expired permits, and unauthorized construction.
- Work closely with Regulatory Support staff to accomplish tasks as outlined in rules, procedures, and guidelines.
- Travel to site meetings in designated District counties.
- Participate in ERP Bureau projects under the direction of the ERP Compliance Manager.
- Participate in departmental activities and perform other duties as necessary.
- Perform duties as assigned before, during, and after major storm events and emergency situations, which may include normal work functions or other emergency support functions.
Benefits
- Florida Retirement System (FRS) District Total Contribution 14.03%
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
