Engineer Hybrid

Overview

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.

Within the Environmental Resource Permit (ERP) Bureau, you’ll have the opportunity to conduct professional level technical and administrative engineering work that supports the ERP Compliance Section. The successful candidate will spend the majority of time in post‑permitting compliance, while also coordinating closely with the ERP Evaluation Section. Apply knowledge of engineering principles, project management, scientific findings, and environmental laws to evaluate, plan, design, and complete water‑related projects that ensure compliance with regulations and policies.

This role is hybrid; the employee will be required to work on-site and, where possible, remotely (must live in Florida). Flexible scheduling and remote work options are available to support work‑life balance.

• Florida Retirement System (FRS) District Total Contribution 14.03%
• 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 per 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

Engineer 2: $61,254.00 – $84,422.50

Engineer 3: $66,180.00 – $91,203.00

• Ensure activities are brought into compliance with the state and District rules, including the transfer of construction permits to the operation phase, permit condition violations, expired permits, and unauthorized construction activities.
• Work closely with Regulatory Support staff to accomplish tasks as outlined in the rules, procedures, and guidelines.
• Travel to site meetings in designated District counties.
• Participate in ERP Bureau projects under the direction of the ERP Compliance Manager, as assigned, and perform other duties as necessary.
• Support emergency management 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. May be required to perform duties as assigned during emergencies, including hurricanes or other declared emergencies.

In‑office:
Standard office environment and equipment such as personal computer and copier. Occasional travel may be required. Ability to perform continuous repetitive tasks (keyboarding and driving) with one or both hands and feet is required.

In‑field:
Work performed in remote and undeveloped areas under adverse weather conditions. Travel and outdoor labor may be required, with exposure to extremes in elements, temperature, humidity, and pests. Ability to bend, lift, carry, and reach above shoulder level; occasional lifting of objects up to 20 pounds. May require operation of a motorized vehicle for extended periods, including off‑road (4x4) conditions.

Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities. Employee may be on call outside of regular hours to support emergency activities.

• Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Water Resources Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, or related field.
• Two (2) years related work experience.
• Valid driver’s license.

• Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Water Resources Engineering,…