County Engineer

The County Engineer serves as the County’s professional engineering authority while coordinating and managing the planning, design, permitting, acquisition, and construction of transportation and stormwater capital infrastructure projects. This position performs advanced technical engineering analysis and design; oversees development review and permitting; and manages major transportation projects including highways, intersections, signalization, bridges, multi-use paths, resurfacing, and drainage improvements.

The County Engineer independently plans and implements projects within established policy guidelines, manages consultants and contractors, administers contracts, and provides technical leadership to staff. The position represents the County in public meetings, before boards and agencies, and coordinates with state and regional partners.

SALARY DISCLOSURE: The anticipated starting salary is $109,707.31; final compensation will be based on qualifications and experience.

Detailed information regarding the County’s benefits package and retirement offerings may be found here: 2025-26 Citrus EBH Booklet and myFRS.com

To learn more about Citrus County:  Citrus County Government and Official Guide to Crystal River and Citrus County, Florida

• Acts as the County Engineer, professionally responsible for engineering design, analysis, calculations, reports, and technical review related to County transportation, stormwater, roadway, traffic, utility, and site development projects.
• Directs and manages the planning, design, acquisition, permitting, and construction of major capital transportation and infrastructure projects, including highways, intersections, bridges, signalization, multi-use paths, resurfacing, and drainage improvements.
• Assists with division budget preparation; develops and manages transportation Capital Improvement Program (CIP) budgets; maintains project records and cost accounting.
• Supervises, plans, and coordinates work of assigned staff; evaluates performance; provides coaching; and initiates commendations or disciplinary actions as appropriate.
• Leads and manages consultants, engineers, designers, attorneys, appraisers, land planners, inspectors, and contractors; conducts project meetings to ensure procedures, schedules, and budgets are met.
• Oversees preparation of project work plans, cost estimates, schedules, specifications, technical reports, engineering calculations, and contract documents.
• Administers professional services and construction contracts, including consultant and contractor agreements.
• Oversees engineering review and approval of plans, and permits (residential and non-residential); and studies.
• Manages stormwater design and retrofit projects; responds to drainage concerns; prepares and reviews hydrologic and hydraulic studies and calculations.
• Participates in and supports the County’s National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit requirements.
• Reviews and provides comments on traffic studies, crash data analyses, and roadway safety concerns; develops and recommends safety countermeasures.
• Serves as Capital Projects liaison with the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), Florida Turnpike, Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO), and other agencies.
• Applies for transportation and capital improvement grants and manages implementation of funded projects.
• Interprets, enforces, and recommends updates to the County’s Land Development Code (LDC), Comprehensive Plan, and related regulatory documents.
• Prepares environmental permit applications and supporting documentation.
• Advises and responds to citizens, developers, contractors, and County staff regarding engineering, design, and construction issues.
• Addresses citizen concerns in person, by phone, and in writing in a timely and professional manner.
• Prepares and presents reports and recommendations to the Planning and Development Commission (PDC), Board of County Commissioners (BOCC), and other boards as required.
• Develops and publishes policies and procedures related to engineering, transportation, permitting, and staff operations.
• Attends and represents the County at public meetings, seminars, and professional conferences.
• Drives and/or operates a county vehicle or equipment in compliance with all safety policies and roadway laws.
• Performs related duties as required.

Education, Training, and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering.
• Minimum of eight (8) years of progressively responsible experience in civil engineering specifically transportation, and stormwater infrastructure.
• Demonstrated experience managing the design, permitting, acquisition, and construction of major transportation roadway projects.
• Experience with stormwater design, transportation/roadway engineering, traffic studies, site development, and pavement design.
• Supervisory and project leadership experience.

Certificates and Licenses

• Valid Florida Driver License or ability to obtain within 30 days of establishing Florida residency.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) registered in the State of Florida (required), PTOE (preferred).
• Must have or be able to obtain within 90 days certification in FEMA National Incident Management System (NIMS) courses:
  • IS-100.c: Introduction to the Incident Command System (ICS)
  • IS-200.b: ICS for Single Resources & Initial Action Incidents
  • IS-700.b: An Introduction to the National Incident Management System
  • IS-800.c: National Response Framework, an Introduction

Skills and Abilities

• Strong working knowledge of drainage, hydrology, and hydraulics.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD, PONDS, AdICPR; familiarity with crash data systems such as CDMS and Signal 4 Analytics required.
• Knowledge of applicable manuals and standards including FDOT Design Manual (FDM), AASHTO Green Book, MUTCD, ITE, FDOT Standard Specifications, Index, and Basis of Estimates.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with County staff, elected officials, consultants, agencies, and the public.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• Requires sitting most of the day.
• The job involves frequent lifting and carrying up to 10 pounds, and occasionally up to 20 pounds.
• The job requires frequent balancing and occasional bending, squatting, kneeling, twisting, and reaching above shoulders.
• The job requires the completion of tasks that involve frequent typing, operating foot controls/levers, driving automotive equipment, and occasional simple grasping, pushing, pulling, and working in darkness.
• The job requires normal visual acuity and field of vision, depth perception and color vision, hearing, and speaking.
• The job may risk exposure to adverse weather, moving machinery, unprotected heights, and extreme noise.
• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Emergency Response/Recovery Activities

• All employees will be required to work before, during, or after an emergency. During an emergency, employees may temporarily be assigned to work and perform duties outside the normal scope of their position, location, and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens.  Emergency response duties may also include driving and/or operating a county vehicle or equipment and employees must obey all safety policies, and roadway rules and laws.

PLEASE REVIEW THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS ON POSTING AND COMMUNICATE HOW YOU MEET THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS IN YOUR APPLICATION/RESUME. MINIMUM REQUIEMENTS MUST BE MET TO BE CONSIDERED. Applications will be carefully reviewed to assess qualifications. Selected applicants will be interviewed to determine who will be hired for the job. The kind and length of related work experience, training and education shown on the application/resume will be an important consideration in the screening process. Relevant experience that is not gained through work experience should be explained in the additional information section of the application.

Must successfully pass a criminal background check, pre-employment physical examination, and drug screen. Drug screens will be in accordance with the Drug Free Workplace Act and/or the Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act of 1991.

Citrus County, Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.  

Citrus County, Florida Board of County Commissioners (BOCC), is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), marital status, citizenship, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected trait.

Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the Citrus County, Florida Board of County Commissioners in advance to allow sufficient time to provide an accommodation.

Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code.

Pursuant to Chapter 119, Florida Statutes or the “Public Records Law,” applications, resumes and personnel records are subject to public inspections. Details regarding the “Public Records Law”/ “The Sunshine Law” / Florida Statutes and the statutory exemptions are available on websites such as the Florida Office of the Attorney General, Florida Senate and Florida Legislature. Additionally, Citrus County Board of County Commissioners Public Information section is located on our website.