Land Management Specialist (0178)

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 our Land Resources Bureau

The Land Management Specialist is responsible for assisting the land managers in implementing land management initiatives on the Districts conservation lands totaling more than 460000 positions primary duties will focus on public recreational opportunities on the Districts conservation lands. This involves implementing recreation maintenance projects and regularly interacting with the public. The specialist will also be responsible for recording maintenance and recreation data in Land Managements database routinely participating on prescribed burns occasionally responding to wildfires with oversight per the request of the Florida Forest Service overseeing contractors and overseeing improvements to the Districts recreation program including campground and volunteer oversight.

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:
Land Management Specialist 2 $38188.80 $43436.95
Land Management Specialist 3 $43347.20 $49289.45

The starting salary range for the Scientific Technician positionreflects the minimum to 25% of the compensation. 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

• Implement and oversee recreation maintenance projects to enhance public access and enjoyment of conservation lands.
• Regularly interact with the public to provide information and address concerns related to land management and recreation.
• Record maintenance and recreation data in Land Managements database to ensure accurate and uptodate records.
• Implement improvements to the Districts recreation program to enhance visitor experience and promote conservation awareness.
• Oversee campground operations and volunteer activities to ensure a safe and enjoyable environment for visitors.
• Implement strategic land management initiatives to manage and maintain District conservation lands.
• Apply prescribed fire to manage vegetation and reduce wildfire risk.
• Respond to wildfires as requested by the Florida Forest Service to protect District conservation lands and public safety.

Working Conditions

The position requires the ability to perform continuous repetitive tasks (to include keyboarding) with one or both hands. Frequently lifts and carries 10pound objects with an occasional requirement to lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Must be able to occasionally squat. Must be able to operate a District vehicle with attached equipment for two hours or more at a time. May be exposed to extremes in temperature and humidity as well as a variety of pests including mosquitos and ticks. Must be able to occasionally bend squat climb crawl and swim and frequently reach above shoulder accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Satisfactory completion of a work capacity test is required within the first 6 months upon hire and every 2 years thereafter for employees to conduct fire management functions of Engine Crew Member and Line Crew Member. The test entails completing a onemile timed walk in sixteen minutes.

The District plays a critical emergency management role before during and afterEOC declared events and/or in conjunction with the overall emergency management strategy operations and recovery for the State of Florida. The employee therefore may be required to perform duties as assigned before during and after major storm events and emergency situations such as hurricanes wildfires or other declared emergencies. Such duties may include the employees normal work functions or other emergency support functions as determined necessary by the major storm or wildfire events this position couldtravel for extended hours or days.

Required Credentials for Land Management Specialist

Land Management Specialist 2

• High School diploma or equivalent and four (4) years experience in natural resources conservation land management or related field OR Associates degree or higher and two (2) years experience in natural resources conservation land management or related field ORBachelors degree or higher in Natural Resource Conservation or related field
• Must obtain a Basic Wildland Firefighter certification(S130/S190/L180) issued by the National Wildfire Coordinating Group within 6months of hire
• Valid drivers license

Land Management Specialist 3

• High School diploma or equivalent and six (6) years experience in natural resources conservation land management or related field OR Associates degree or higher and four (4) years experience in natural resources conservation land management or related field ORBachelors degree or higher in Natural Resource Conservation or related field and two (2) years experience in natural resources conservation land management or related field
• Must obtain a Basic Wildland Firefighter certification(S130/S190/L180) issued by the National Wildfire Coordinating Group within 6months of hire
• Valid drivers license

Preferred Credentials forLand Management Specialist

• Bachelors degree or higher in Natural Resource Conservation or related field
• Basic Wildland Fire Certification and experience participating on prescribed burns
• Experience working with the public and recreationists on conservation lands
• Experience utilizing mapping applications like Aveneza Maps onX Maps or ArcGIS Survey 123; Working knowledge of Floridas natural communities

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 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 Details

The primary work location for this position is out of the Brooksville FL office. This position is eligible for overtime for hours worked over 40 hours in a week.

Travel Required

travel using District vehicle within Districts coverage area.

Accepting applications until May 28 2025 at 4:00 PM

About Us

The District is responsible for managing the water resources for west central Florida which includesapproximately 10000 square miles of territory spanning 16 counties and serving more than 6 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.

Start 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.

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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 to the Human Resources Office Chief at 2379 Broad St. Brooksville FL; telephone (352)or(FL only); 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 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 District does not sponsor applicants for work visas.