Surface Water Manager

Lee County Natural Resources is seeking a Surface Water Manager

The Surface Water Manager position serves as the supervisor/manager of the County’s Surface Water Program and works independently under limited supervision. This role requires a Professional Engineer (P.E.) license and provides technical support to the Natural Resources Department, other County departments/divisions, and outside agencies regarding stormwater management and water resource issues.

The Surface Water Manager is responsible for providing technical support to the Division of Natural Resources, other County departments/divisions, and outside agencies on stormwater management and water resources issues. Key responsibilities include:

• Review development plans such as Lee Plan Amendments, Zoning, and Development Orders with a focus on stormwater management.
• Coordinate with County staff and outside agencies regarding stormwater-related issues.
• Manage Capital Improvement Projects (CIP) and oversee both CIPs and Neighborhood Improvement Projects (NIP).
• Stay current with advancements in hydrology and hydraulic engineering, including modeling techniques and software.
• Provide customer service through the Request for Action (RFA) system by:
  • Assigning staff as needed to address citizen drainage complaints/concerns.
  • Coordinating with LCDOT and other agencies to develop CIPs and NIPs based on RFA requests and other sources.
• Assist with FEMA Flood Insurance Study revisions, including review of LOMR, CLOMR, No-Impact Analysis, and Coastal Risk Map Development.
• Supervise hydrological data collection and QA/QC processes, including analysis of rainfall, flow, groundwater, and water quality data for statistical inference.
• Lead and supervise staff in the Surface Water Section by:
  • Monitoring and assigning workloads.
  • Supporting professional development and training initiatives.

• Education:Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Water Resources, or related field.
• Experience:Requires a Bachelor's Degree in engineering or closely related field
• Driver's License:Possession of a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record is required
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.

Preferred Requirements:

• Master’s degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, or related field.
• Experience with hydrologic/hydraulic modeling software (e.g., ICPR, SWMM, HEC-RAS).
• Familiarity with FEMA floodplain mapping and the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP).
• Experience working with local governments and regional water management districts in Florida.