Water Supply Manager 0382 Hybrid

Work for Our Water Resources.

Help protect one of Floridas most vital resources water with a career at theSouthwest Florida Water Management District (District).

The District is a government agency whose mission is to protect water resources minimize flood risks and ensure the publics water needs are met. We serve a population of nearly 6million people in westcentral Florida as directed by state law.

Join ourWater Resources Bureau

Support the Districts Water Supply Section using your water supply/water resources knowledge and leadership expertise. The Water Supply Manager will lead and manage the Districts Water Supply Section and associated programs. This includes alternative water supply aquifer recharge reclaimed water septic to sewer and water conservation programs; planning efforts including the Districts Regional Water Supply Plan and the Central Florida Water Initiative (CFWI); coordination with utilities and regional water supply entities throughout the District; and other related water supply projects through our Cooperative Funding Initiative (CFI) and District Initiative program. The leadership role is responsible for a staff of 16 including the Water Supply Projects Supervisor.

The Water Supply Section Manager reports to the Water Resources Bureau Chief and works closely with the other section manager in the bureau who supports the FARMS Program. Frequent coordination is necessary with other sections throughout the District most notably with Project Management Procurement and Community Affairs. On priority the Water Supply Section Manager may work directly with Executive staff including the Resource Management Division Director or the Executive Director on highprofile projects.Youll 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.

The District supports employees who prefer flexible schedule or a remote work schedule so that they can enjoy their time outside of the District through worklife balance.This role is considered hybrid which means the employee will be required to come onsite for periodic meetings and work a portion of their time remotely (must live in Florida). Come build a career that is challenging fulfilling and helps support the Districts mission to protect Floridas water resources.

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
• Longterm disability (District Paid)
• Prescription drug coverage & mail order program
• Health savings & flexible spending accounts

• Flexible schedule for Worklife balance
• Legal and Identity Theft protection
• Wellness program
• Public service loan forgiveness qualified employer
• Tuition reimbursement $5250/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:
Scientific Manager 1 $75000 $87500.00
Scientific Manager 2 $85000 $105000.00
Scientific Manager 3 $90000 $112500.00

Thestartingsalary range is included for the Scientific Managerprofile which reflects theminimum to approximately 50 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

• Reviews and approves work products for the section including water supply planning and related reporting documents agreements task work assignments payment requests letters reports and requests prepared by assigned staff.
• Responds to questions from senior District staff stakeholders and the public regarding water supply issues.
• Serves as a primary District representative to regional water supply entities CFWI teams public utilities and other water providers by developing and maintaining close working relationships with representatives of those entities and serving on assigned teams.
• Prepares and gives presentations to the District Governing Board other governmental bodies citizen groups and District staff.
• Coordinates with the Water Resource Bureau Chief and keeps the Bureau Chief informed of important issues; requests guidance and direction for difficult or outofpolicy issues.
• Provides leadership to assigned staff and supervises their daily work in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Plans and develops workload and schedule for the section assigns specific duties provides guidance and direction to staff and assists staff with resolution of complex problems.
• Makes decisions regarding staffing requirements work procedures and process improvements.
• Promotes a positive work environment by recognizing good and poor staff performance and acceptable and unacceptable staff behavior encouraging and rewarding or correcting staff as appropriate and resolving staff issues.
• Conducts section meetings.
• Hires trains develops coaches and evaluates staff.
• Leads the interview and employee selection process for hiring within the section.
• Ensures compliance with personnel and other guidelines setting goals and performance standards for the section and staff.
• Actively supports succession planning training and professional development of staff.
• Prepares justifies and manages the sections budget and financial activities.
• Participates in District emergency management activities and performs other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions

Employee works in a standard office environment. Some work may be performed in the field. During outdoor field work 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. Frequent travel several times per week to any of the numerous public or private utilities regional water supply entities and planning agencies throughout the Districts 16county coverage area is required. May be required to travel outside of the Districts coverage area. Required to drive automotive vehicle for 2 hours or more at a time. Performs continuous repetitive tasks (to include keyboarding) with one or both hands. Occasionally lifts and carries objects up to 10 to 30 pounds. Occasionally requires bending and reaching above shoulder level.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Employeemaybe subject to callin 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 Manager

• All positions require a Valid Drivers License

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 resumewill notbe considered as a substitute for the information requested on the application for purposes of qualification.

Additional Details

This position is typically scheduled to work 40 hours per week Monday to Friday out of theBrooksville FLoffice.Remote work opportunities may be available up to 3 days per week. This position iseligible for compensatory time for hoursworked over 40 hours in a week.

Travel Required

Yes.Frequent travel using District vehicle within Districts coverage area.

Accepting applications until April 11 2025 at 4:00 PM

About Us

Managing the water resources for westcentral Florida our district includes approximately 10000 square miles of territory spanning 16 counties and serving more than 5 million residents. Established in 1961 as a floodprotection 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 waterrelated functions.

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/DrugFree 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 preemployment testing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process please direct your inquiries toor(FL only) ext. 4747; or email If you are hearing or speech impaired please contact the agency using the Florida Relay Service(TDD) or(Voice). In the event of a complaint please follow the grievance procedure located at WaterMatters/ADA.

The District participates in EVerify 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 employees Form I9 to confirm work authorization.

The Districtwill not sponsor applicants for work visas.

Required Experience:

Manager