Lot Drainage Specialist (Compliance/Maintenance Specialist III)

Sarasota County Government

1d • $23 - $25

About The Position

Sarasota County’s Planning and Development Services is hiring a Lot Drainage Specialist (Compliance/Maintenance Specialist III) to support safe, compliant land development throughout our community. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys a mix of fieldwork and plan review, takes pride in detail-oriented work, and wants to make a direct impact on local infrastructure and stormwater systems. You’ll collaborate with engineers and inspectors while helping ensure projects meet County, state, and federal standards. We’re seeking candidates with a high school diploma (or equivalent) and at least 4 years of related experience, including 2 years of inspection experience. College coursework in a related field may substitute for experience. A valid Florida driver’s license is required. Preferred qualifications include a degree in engineering or a related field and stormwater inspector certification (or willingness to obtain the certification within 6 months — we’ll help!). If you’re ready to grow your career and serve your community, apply today. In this role, you will... Review and approve drainage plans, right-of-way permits, and culvert permits. Evaluate lot drainage plans submitted with building permits for compliance with the Unified Development Code. Conduct on-site inspections of private, public, and County-owned properties. Ensure projects meet federal, state, and local regulations and County ordinances. Partner closely with the Land Development Professional Engineer. Provide back-up support to Land Development Inspectors during field inspections. Help maintain safe, compliant, and well-managed community infrastructure.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or an equivalent education with 4+ years of related work experience; a minimum of 2 years must include related inspecting experience.
• OR: College or university-level training in an appropriate field may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required construction experience.
• Valid Florida driver's license by date of hire.
• Subject to Passing Substance Screening: This position is subject to passing a pre-employment substance screening. An applicant who fails to pass a required drug screening test shall be disqualified from employment for a period of five years.
• Employees in this role must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 lbs.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in engineering or a related field.
• Florida Department of Environmental Protection Stormwater, Erosion, and Sedimentation Control Inspector Certification, or be willing to obtain within 6 months from the date of hire. (We can help with this!)
• Working knowledge of drainage construction methods, materials, tools, and equipment, with the ability to read and interpret subdivision and stormwater plans accurately.
• Understanding of stormwater hydrology and hydraulics, including surveying, construction practices, scheduling, pavement design, and conducting thorough on-site inspections.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office and internet research, and the ability to quickly learn and use County systems such as Accela, GIS, and Workday.

Responsibilities

• Review and approve drainage plans, right-of-way permits, and culvert permits.
• Evaluate lot drainage plans submitted with building permits for compliance with the Unified Development Code.
• Conduct on-site inspections of private, public, and County-owned properties.
• Ensure projects meet federal, state, and local regulations and County ordinances.
• Partner closely with the Land Development Professional Engineer.
• Provide back-up support to Land Development Inspectors during field inspections.
• Help maintain safe, compliant, and well-managed community infrastructure.

Benefits

• Enjoy great benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Florida Retirement System (FRS) and many, many more!
• Choose one of three great medical plans, including one with a $0 premium option, with completed preventative visits!
• For more information about employee benefits, please click this link or visit SCGov.net for additional information.
• Utilize our award-winning wellness program including free gyms at multiple Sarasota County Government locations.
• Enjoy 11 paid holidays, 3 personal days and 16 paid vacation days in the first year of full-time employment with increasing accrual rates with years of service. (That adds up to a possible 30 days off in your 1st year!)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED