Environmental Scientist (0110)
About The Position
The Southwest Florida Water Management District (District) is seeking an Environmental Scientist to join the Water Use Permit (WUP) Bureau. This role supports the mission of protecting water resources by reviewing the environmental aspects of water use permits to determine impacts from groundwater withdrawals. The successful candidate will analyze and interpret data, review environmental monitoring reports, and collaborate with various teams. This position offers a hybrid work schedule, requiring some on-site presence and the flexibility for remote work, with the condition that the employee must reside in Florida. The District emphasizes work-life balance and offers a challenging and fulfilling career focused on protecting Florida's water resources.
Requirements
- Bachelors degree (or higher) in Environmental Science or related field
- Valid driver's license
- Two (2) years related work experience (for Environmental Scientist 2)
- Must live in Florida
Responsibilities
- Analyze and interpret data to determine potential impacts from surface water or groundwater withdrawals.
- Provide scientific and/or technical guidance, support, and coordination to management, internal staff, and other agencies.
- Review required annual reports to ensure compliance with special conditions of water use permits.
- Apply scientific information to Water Use Permit Regulations to determine compliance and make recommendations to permittees.
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
Entry Level
