Job Description
This is a leadership/supervisory position responsible for a section of Professional Wetland Scientists, Biologists, and Environmental Analysts performing the review and analysis of the natural resource management (NRM) portions of Environmental Resource Permit (ERP) and Water Use Permit (WUP) applications, Formal Wetland Determinations (FWDs) and Sovereignty Submerged Lands (SSL) using accepted wetland mitigation practices, and wetland functional assessments such as the Wetland Rapid Assessment Procedure (WRAP) and the Uniform Mitigation Assessment Method (UMAM) in accordance with new or established criteria in a deadline-driven environment.

The position will be located at the Fort Myers Service Center.  After 6 months of employment, a partial remote work schedule may be available. 

Job Duties:

• Lead and supervise technical staff in ensuring conformance and compliance with the Natural Resource Management aspects of Environmental Resource Permits from pre-application meetings through permit issuance.  
• Review of draft work product from staff including Requests for Additional Information (RAIs) and Permits for ERPs, WUPs, FWDs, and SSL determinations.  
• Daily interaction and coordination with direct counterparts and staff members within the NRM and water use sections. 
• Must be proficient in utilizing maps, reading construction plans and specifications, interpreting engineering and environmental reports as well as water resource computer program/model output reports.  
• Should have experience communicating effectively with engineering professionals, environmental scientists, attorneys, construction professionals, developers, agriculturists, and others involved with the District’s regulatory program. 
• Knowledge of groundwater hydrology and groundwater/surface water interactions. Involves both internal and external project coordination as well as representing the agency on interagency work groups and task forces.
• May be involved in reprioritizing workloads to effectively respond to special requests and/or unplanned situations or evaluating and changing workflows/processes. 
• Will need to promptly reply to meeting requests with the public and/or members of the regulated community ensuring active participation and appropriate representation is offered.  
• Will be expected to build positive working relationships with the regulated community.
• Leadership effectiveness includes strong knowledge of HR policies/practices.  
• Will need to ensure staff’s performance objectives are clearly established with meaningful criteria which set standards for performance that are aligned to support the section’s work plan and which identify areas of needed improvement.

The selected candidate will provide leadership through effective communication and mentorship of staff. Candidate will demonstrate independent judgment to the degree appropriate for the situation, must schedule and manage time to meet strict deadlines and complete projects and perform tasks independently and with minimal direction and guidance.  Candidate will maintain close communication with the Section Leader and Section Administrator on various issues and matters, including the status of deliverables and assignments. 

The position requires knowledge of and experience in the following:

• The District's regulatory programs, operations, and planning efforts
• Permitting programs, criteria, and practices
• Wetland jurisdictional delineations, mitigation & restoration
• Wetland and upland wildlife
• Seagrass delineations, mitigation & restoration
• SSL authorizations
• Written and oral communication skills
• Problem-solving based on comprehensive knowledge of technical and stakeholder issues

Employment Guidelines:
Master’s Degree in Biology, Wetland Ecology, Natural Resource Management, or other natural or physical science, and 8 years of qualifying experience that demonstrates measurable career progression in natural resource management and two years of supervising scientific staff or assisting a manager lead a department. Prior experience analyzing ERP application documentation, preparing staff reports, using regulatory databases, and familiarity with SFWMD business processes is preferred. An equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

License(s) / Certification(s): 
Valid State of Florida Driver's License required.

Certified Wetland Evaluator (CWE) or the ability to receive within 6 months from date of hire.

Professional Wetland Scientist (PWS) or the ability to receive within 6 months from date of hire.

Physical Requirements/ Working Environment:
Due to the District's response role and in the total scope of emergency management, this position may at times, be required to provide support before, during and after major storm events and emergency situations, such as hurricanes or other declared emergencies, depending on assigned emergency response role.

Both office and field work are required. Field work may be conducted throughout the year including inclement or harsh weather conditions. Field work often includes on and off-road vehicular travel and occasional helicopter surveillance.

Able to lift at least 40 pounds.

Veteran’s Preference:
Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for vacancies and are encouraged to apply.  Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code.  All documentation is due by the close of the job posting.

The salary offered for this position will range from Mid: $80,000 – Max: $105,000. 

Organization
RE9209251 - ERP Natural Resource Mgmt Unit