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 Use Permit BureauSupport the Water Use Permit (WUP) Bureau by reviewing the environmental aspect of water use permits to determine impacts from groundwater withdrawals. The successful candidate will be responsible for analyzing and interpreting data and reviewing environmental monitoring reports. 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. This role is considered hybrid, which means the employee will be required to come on-site for periodic meetings or work a portion of their time from a designated location and the remainder of their time remotely.District employees are offered an excellent total rewards package that includes:
- 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
Starting Compensation:Environmental Scientist: $46,134.40 - $49,479.75Staff Environmental Scientist: $46,737.60 - $51,186.70Senior Environmental Scientist: $50,460.80 - $55,269.07Lead Environmental Scientist: $57,678.40 - $63,446.24The starting salary range is included for the Environmental Scientist profile which reflects the minimum to approximately 13.2% of the respective pay grade. 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
- Evaluate data to address potential for impacts resulting from the withdrawal of surface water or groundwater
- Provide scientific and/or technical guidance, support and coordination to management, internal staff and other agencies
- Review required annual reports to ensure compliance with special conditions of water use permits
- Work with Water Use Permit Regulations and apply scientific information to determine compliance and make recommendations to permittees
- Preferred knowledge of Wetland Assessment Procedure Methods and evaluation
- Preferred course work or professionalexperiencerelated to the statistical evaluation of groundwater/surface water withdrawal interactions
- Preferred course work or professional experience in ecohydology
Working ConditionsIn-office: Standard office environment and equipment such as personal computer, copier, etc. Occasional travel may be required. Ability to perform continuous repetitive tasks (to include keyboarding and driving) with one or both hands and feet is required. In-field: Work performed in the field may often be in remote and undeveloped areas of the District, under adverse weather conditions. Extensive 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, swim and reach above shoulder level. May occasionally require the ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Must be able to operate a motorized vehicle for extended periods, some driving may be in off-road (4x4) conditions. Should be able to operate all-terrain vehicles (ATV) and watercraft. Must be able to hike relatively long distances carrying sampling equipment in remote and rugged terrain.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 All Environmental Scientist OpportunitiesEnvironmental Scientist
- Bachelors degree (or higher) in Environmental Science or related field
- Valid driver's license
Staff Environmental Scientist
- Bachelors degree (or higher) in Environmental Science or related field
- Two (2) years related work experience
- Valid driver's license
Senior Environmental Scientist
- Bachelors degree (or higher) in Environmental Science or related field
- Five (5) years related work experience
- Valid driver's license
Lead Environmental Scientist
- Masters degree (or higher) in Environmental Science or related field and Seven (7) years related work experience OR Bachelors degree (or higher) in Environmental Science or related field and Nine (9) years related work experience
- Valid driver's license
Application ProcessThe 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 DetailsThis position is typically scheduled to work 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, out of the Tampa 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 RequiredYes. Some travel, using District vehicle, within District's coverage area.Accepting applications until October 2, 2024at 4:00 PM About UsThe 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. Apply NowStart 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.#WorkForOurWaterEqual 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) ###-#### or 1-800-###-#### (FL only); or email ...@WaterMatters.org. If you are hearing or speech impaired, please contact the agency using the Florida Relay Service, 1-800-###-#### (TDD) or 1-800-###-#### (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.