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 Water Resources Bureau

Support the District's Water Resources Bureau leading a team of professional staff within the Water Supply Section to ensure assigned projects and tasks are completed timely by coordinating and supervising work of assigned professional staff. Conduct efficient and effective project and team meetings. This position will assist in setting Section, Bureau, and Division goals and objectives, and will closely monitor achievement of goals and performance standards. Advocate and promote a solutions-oriented culture through positive interactions with staff, leadership and stakeholders. This opportunity offers an ability to make an impact on the organization and provides flexibility and a true work-life balance.

This supervisory position will be responsible for approximately eight direct reports performing projects and/or tasks assigned to the Water Supply Section. Depending upon the qualifications and strengths of the ideal candidate, the supervisor position may play a greater role in overseeing project management or planning staff. You’ll have the chance to work with a wide range of teams in this promising position, each of which plays a vital role in our efforts to preserve our most valuable natural resources. Using your expertise, you’ll play an important role in enhancing the results to ensure a brighter future for the environment of Florida.

The District supports employees who prefer a remote work schedule so that they can enjoy their time outside of the District through work-life balance.

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

Compensation:

Engineer 5 $67,288.00 - $107,260.00
Hydrogeologist 5 $67,288.00 - $107,260.00
Scientific Supervisor $62,316.80 - $92,005.53

The starting salary ranges are included for the Engineer/Hydrogeologist/Scientific Supervisor profile which reflects the minimum to approximately 63% of the respective pay grades. 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

• Hire, supervise, evaluate, develop, coach, discipline, and oversee daily work of assigned professional and technical staff. Participates in interviews and employee selection. Ensures compliance with personnel and other guidelines and conducts disciplinary activities in coordination with Water Supply Manager. Provides training for assigned staff. Attends staff training related to administrative and supervisory responsibilities associated with the position.
• Review and comment on work assignments.
• Assist with providing responses to questions from the public and other stakeholders.
• Provide assistance to other disciplines, sections, and divisions. Be proficient in the use of the District’s applications.
• In coordination with the WRB management team, develops, and recommends updates and improvements to internal procedures. Maintain and promote a solutions-oriented culture through cooperation, collaboration, assistance, and public outreach. Promote a culture that values knowledge management, professional development, and continuous improvement.
• Perform other duties as may be assigned by the Water Supply Manager or higher-level leadership. These duties may include peer review of other staff’s work products, covering meetings, review/sign-off of work assignments, and other managerial responsibilities in the absence of the Water Supply Manager.

Working Conditions

In-office: Employee works in a standard office environment. Performs continuous repetitive tasks (to include keyboarding) with one or both hands. Occasionally lifts and carries objects weighing 10 to 30 pounds. Occasionally required to drive automotive vehicle for 2 hours or more at a time. Travel to other offices or into the field is required.
In-field: Work performed in the field may often be in remote and undeveloped areas of the District, under adverse weather conditions. Travel and some outdoor labor may be required. May be exposed to extremes in elements, temperature and humidity and to a variety of pests, including mosquitoes and ticks. Must be able to able to bend, lift, carry, and reach above shoulder level. May occasionally require the ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 20 pounds. Must be able to operate a motorized vehicle for extended periods, some driving may be in off-road (4x4) conditions.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Employee may be subject to call-in outside of regularly scheduled work hours, or required to be on call, including on nights, weekends or holidays, to respond to emergency management activities or other incidents requiring rapid response in support of District operations.

Required Credentials for Engineer Opportunities

• Bachelors degree (or higher) in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Water Resources Engineering, or related field
• Seven (7) years related work experience
• Florida Professional Engineering (PE) License
• Valid driver’s license

Required Credentials for Hydrogeologist Opportunities

• Bachelors degree (or higher) in Geology, or related field
• Seven (7) years related work experience
• Valid Florida Professional Geologist (PG) License
• Valid driver’s license

Required Credentials Scientific Supervisor Opportunities

• Bachelors degree (or higher)
• Five (5) years related work experience
• Valid driver’s license

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 purpose 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

This position is typically scheduled to work 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, out of the Brooksville, FL office, however some remote work may be available. 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 31, 2024 at 4:00 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.