Engineer (0528) (Hybrid)

The Southwest Florida Water Management District is a government agency dedicated to protecting water resources and minimizing flood risks for nearly 6 million residents in west-central Florida. They are seeking an Engineer to conduct technical and administrative engineering work related to storm water permitting, including evaluating applications and reviewing permit-related documents.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates ERP applications, and requests for exemptions from ERP requirements
• Reviews permit related documents in support of permit and compliance related activities
• Generates written correspondence regarding permit application deficiencies and completeness within mandated deadlines
• Reviews engineering drawings, reports, computer models, and permit documents and use appropriate computer software, as necessary, for permit and District rule compliance
• Participates in meetings with the public, permit applicants, and/or their representatives to discuss permitting and compliance related matters
• Respond to questions from the public and consultants regarding surface water permitting
• Develop correspondence and responses regarding permitted and non-permitted surface water management systems
• Provides engineering and regulatory input and project assistance to other disciplines, sections, and divisions
• Proficient in the use of the Water Management Information System (WMIS/E-Permitting) and Geographic Information System (GIS)/ArcMap to facilitate compliance and permitting decisions
• Monitors construction activities, inspects permitted storm water management systems, and investigates complaints
• Conducts related field inspections and facility verification as necessary using levels, tape, and other equipment
• Coordinates with other local, state, and federal regulatory agencies and governmental organizations as necessary
• When necessary, represents the ERP Evaluation Manager at meetings relating to Surface Water Regulation
• Participates in ERP Bureau projects under the direction of the ERP Evaluation Manager
• Participates in departmental activities and performs other duties as necessary
• The District plays a critical, emergency management role before, during and after major storm events and/or in conjunction with the overall emergency management strategy, operations, and recovery for the State of Florida
• The employee therefore may be required to perform duties as assigned before, during, and after major storm events and emergency situations such as hurricanes or other declared emergencies
• Such duties may include the employee's normal work functions or other emergency support functions as determined necessary by the District

Skills

• Bachelors in Engineering for all Engineer levels
• 0 years of experience for Engineer 1
• 2 years of experience for Engineer 2
• 4 years of experience and PE certification for Engineer 3
• 5 years of experience and PE certification for Engineer 4
• Valid driver's license required for all positions

Benefits

• Florida Retirement System (FRS) District Total Contribution 13.63%
• 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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