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 Human Resources Office

Support the District’s Human Resources Office (HRO) by managing Total Rewards Program and priorities in a fast-paced and team-oriented work environment. As part of the Human Resources team, this HR professional will be responsible for overseeing the administration of all benefits, retirement, and wellness program activities. Some key skills include excellent communication (both oral and written), attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

The District supports employees who prefer flexible schedule or 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 and work a portion of their time remotely (must live in Florida). Come build a career that is challenging, fulfilling, and helps support the District’s mission to protect Florida’s water resources.

District employees are offered an excellent total rewards package that includes:

Starting Compensation:$57,678.40 - $79,494.10

The starting salary range for the Human Resources Professional position reflects the minimum to 50% of the compensation. 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

• Administers and coordinates all benefits, retirement, and wellness programs and coordinates issue resolution with vendors, brokers, and internal customers.
• Promptly responds to benefits inquiries from all District employees on benefit plans enrollments, status changes, and other general benefit inquiries.
• Conducts audit processes relating to benefit elections, retirement contributions, leave usage, and carrier interfaces.
• Serves as the primary point of contact for employees, vendors, and brokers on benefits, retirement, wellness, and leave.
• Assists with all benefits plan designs, contracts, and related processes.
• Assists new employee benefits enrollment and coordinates with the broker for ongoing educational sessions.
• Responsible for benefits, retirement, leave, and wellness program projects such as Open Enrollment and Benefits Fairs.
• Ensure compliance with Federal and State requirements including HIPAA, FMLA, ACA, and COBRA.
• Participates on District Wellness Committee

Working Conditions

Employee works in a standard office environment. Occasional travel to the Tampa office may be required during open enrollment and relationship building with District staff. Performs continuous repetitive tasks (to include keyboarding) with one or both hands. Occasionally lifts and carries objects up to 10 pounds. Occasionally requires bending and reaching above shoulder level. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Required Credentials for Total Rewards Professional Opportunities

• Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in human resources, business, or related field
• Five (5) years related experience in human resources (HR) (equivalent combination of education and experience is accepted)
• Valid driver’s license
• Microsoft Office Suite experience
• Good communicator and a team player

Preferred Credentials for Total Rewards Professional Opportunities

• Three (3) years related experience in benefits and/or wellness programs
• Some coursework related to HR
• Experience with benefit contracts and working with brokers and vendors
• Experience with self-funded insurance plans
• Experience with HRIS systems, specifically UltiPro (UKG)
• HR Generalist experience
• Certified Employee Benefit Specialist (CEBS) certification, Professional in Human Resources (PHR) or SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) certification
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills, specifically Excel

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 purposed 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

The primary work location for this position is out of the Brooksville, FL office. 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 District's coverage area.

Accepting applications until May 21, 2024 at 4 PM

About Us

The District is responsible for managing the water resources for west central Florida which includes approximately 10,000 square miles of territory spanning 16 counties and serving more than 6 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.

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Start and grow your career with the District! The District prides itself on providing a positive work environment that engages and supports our employees through flexible and remote work schedules. We provide and support learning and development for staff at all levels including conferences, association memberships, and formal education. Let us know if you have previous public sector experience that may allow for additional perks! Click on the link to apply.

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Equal Employment Opportunity/Veterans Preference/Drug-Free Workplace/Tobacco Free Campuses.

All applicants shall receive equal consideration and treatment in employment without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, sex, marital status, familial status, or medical condition. All recruitment, hiring, placements, transfers and promotions will be on the basis of individual skills, knowledge and abilities, and the feasibility of any necessary job accommodation(s).

The Southwest Florida Water Management District (District) does not discriminate on the basis of disability in regard to job application procedures, hiring, and other terms and conditions of employment. It is further the policy of the District to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in all aspects of the employment process. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing an application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to the Human Resources Office Chief, at 2379 Broad St., Brooksville, FL 34604-6899; telephone (352) 796-7211 or 1-800-423-1476 (FL only); or email ADACoordinator@WaterMatters.org. If you are hearing or speech impaired, please contact the agency using the Florida Relay Service, 1-800-955-8771 (TDD) or 1-800-955-8770 (Voice). In the event of a complaint, please follow the grievance procedure located at WaterMatters.org/ADA.

The District participates in E-Verify employment eligibility verification. We will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

The District does not sponsor applicants for work visas.