Local recruitment: Water Supply Hydrogeologist

Job Category: Scientific

Requisition Number: WATER002757

Job Details

Description

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 managing multiple tasks and priorities in fast-paced, team-oriented environment. As part of the Water Resources Bureau team, the Project Manager will conduct professional – level technical and administrative work in the areas of water resources for large scale water supply projects. The successful candidate will manage water supply projects including review of technical data, utilization of project milestone tracking databases, schedule/budget modifications and/or contract amendments, review and approval of invoices, and grant tracking while working in coordination with water, wastewater, and reclaimed utilities and water supply authorities to plan and implement regional water supply projects in coordination with cooperators and other District staff. This opportunity offers an ability to make an impact on the organization and provides flexibility and a true work-life balance. Some key skills include communication and organizational, working with teams, utilizing presentations, and writing 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:

Compensation: 

Hydrogeologist 1  $53,589.00 – $72,931.50
Hydrogeologist 2: $57,875.00 – $78,741.00
Hydrogeologist 3  $61,254.00 – $84,423.00

The starting salary ranges are included for the hydrogeologist profile which reflects the minimum to approximately 50% 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

• Analyzes all features associated with the development of potable water and alternative water supply, and reclaimed water projects including feasibility, planning, design, cost effectiveness, and construction of project components based on sound technical principles.
• Conducts technical review of projects within expected time frames and established requirements. Applies appropriate analytical techniques to water resource projects and makes sound recommendations.
• Performs project management duties, including evaluation of requests for proposals and bids, review of applications for our Cooperative Funding Initiative, contract negotiations, contractor oversight, and cost tracking against budgeted funds.
• Serves as a technical resource and liaison between water supply utilities, other agencies, local governments, consultants, and members of the public.
• Prepares reports including recommendations, agreements, specifications, contracts, and other related correspondences, and updates key stakeholders as needed.
• Communicates scientific and technical information in various formats such as charts, graphs, briefings, reports, and/or presentations.
• Provides periodic guidance to entry-level technical staff, students, and other District staff on appropriate geological practices, depending on experience.
• Uses appropriate software, databases, modeling systems, and other technology.
• Depending on experience, may act as the technical contact, coordinator, or lead on large scale regional teams, and oversee the work of assigned staff or contractors.
• Participates in and coordinates in emergency management activities, other departmental activities, and performs other duties as assigned.
• Provides technical guidance in support of long-range water supply and water resource development planning.
• Coordinates with and participates in Regional, State, and National reclaimed and potable water organizations.

Working Conditions

In-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. 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 (4×4) 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 Water Supply Hydrogeologist 

 Hydrogeologist 1

• Bachelors degree (or higher) in Geology or related technical field
• Valid driver’s license

Hydrogeologist 2

• Bachelors degree (or higher) in Geology or related technical field
• Two (2) years related work experience 
• Understanding of project management 
• Experience with potable water supply utilities
• Valid driver’s license

Hydrogeologist 3

• Bachelors degree (or higher) in Geology or related technical field
• Four (4) years related work experience 
• Florida Professional Geologist License 
• Understanding of project management 
• Experience with potable water supply utilities 
• Valid driver’s license

Preferred Credentials for All Water Supply Hydrogeologist

• Experience working on alternative water supply and reclaimed water projects
• Experience with Aquifer Storage and Recovery (ASR) and Aquifer Recharge (AR) projects, including UIC permitting

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, a District employment application. Any application that is not complete will not receive consideration for the position. A resume will not be considered as a substitute for the information requested on the application for purposes of qualification. Exceptions may be granted for those applicants who are within 30 days of graduation. If selected, candidate is 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. Remote work opportunities may be available up to 3 days a week, once the first three months are successful. 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 December 15, 2025 at 4:00 PM 

About Us

Managing the water resources for west-central Florida, our district includes approximately 10,000 square miles of territory spanning 16 counties and serving more than 5 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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The District prides itself on providing a positive work flexible environment that engages and supports our employees. This could be the opportunity of a lifetime. Click on the link to apply and put yourself to work for our water resources.

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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 (352) 796-7211 or 1-800-423-1476 (FL only), ext. 4747; 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 will not sponsor applicants for work visas.

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