Resource Management Director (0163)

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 west-central Florida as directed by state law.

Join our Resource Management Division

The District is searching for an exceptional leader to serve as its Director overseeing the Resource Management Division. This is an executive level management position overseeing and directing the Engineering & Project Management Natural Systems & Restoration and Water Resources Bureaus.

The ideal candidate will have a background in government and have leadership experience and excellent communication skills. This opportunity offers an ability to make an impact on the organization and provides flexibility and a true work-life balance. The Division Director will work with a wide range of teams each of which play a vital role in our efforts to preserve our most valuable natural resources.

The District supports work-life balance. This role is considered hybrid which means the employee will be required to come on-site and may 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:

Starting Compensation:

$99735.00 - $160000.00

The starting salary range for the Division Director positionreflects the minimum to 62.47% of the compensation range. 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

Division Director

• Participates as a member of a dynamic executive team of professionals that manages programs and initiatives consistent with the Districts annual budget Strategic Plan and policy direction set by the Governing Board and the Executive Director.
• Oversees the development and administration of budgets associated three Bureaus and multiple departments.
• Serves as a liaison for the division with executive senior staff the District Governing Board legislators state and local government entities and officials Advisory Committees community and civic organizations the media interest groups and members of the public as directed.
• Directs and oversees division staff activities; participates in selecting rewarding evaluating and developing direct and indirect reports; and makes decisions regarding disciplinary and discharge actions. This position has three direct reports and division staff total 90.
• Develops and implements business metrics to support management decisions and takes a lead role in development of the Districts 5-year Strategic Plan.
• Makes critical strategic decisions and resolves conflicts problems or disputes within span of control.
• Makes presentations to internal groups the Districts Governing Board external constituency groups and local state or federal government organizations as required by the job or otherwise needed.
• Determines and formulates guidelines and provides overall direction for the work of the Resource Management Division.
• Implements new and innovative ideas to improve existing operations and processes and to ensure excellent internal and external customer service.
• Actively participates in the Districts overall emergency management efforts.

Engineering & Project Management

• Oversees the Engineering and Project Management Bureau; including Design & Construction Management and Engineering and Watershed Management sections.
• Oversees projects and activities associated with floodplain and watershed management design and construction for the Structures Capital Improvement Program and other District assets and oversight of the Districts Cooperative Funding Initiative Program.

Natural Systems & Restoration

• Oversees the Natural Systems & Restoration Bureau; including Business SupportEnvironmental Flows and Levels and Surface Water Improvement and Management (SWIM) sections.
• Oversees projects and activities associated with springs protection and restoration hydrologic and hydrogeologic modeling and investigations in support of water resource assessments minimum flows and levels habitat restoration and water quality administrative business support to the full division.

Water Resources

• Oversees the Water Resources Bureau; including the Facilitating Agricultural Resource Management Systems (FARMS) and Water Supply sections.
• Oversees projects and activities associated with agricultural best management practices and research water supply planning water supply and water resource development alternative water supplies conservation reclaimed water and economic analyses.

Working Conditions

This position works in a standard office environment and is primarily assigned out of the Brooksville or Tampa FL office. Some remote work is also possible depending on scheduled responsibilities. This position is typically scheduled to work 40 hours per week Monday through Friday. Occasional travel is required usually during the workday including travel to other service offices. Occasionally required to drive automotive vehicle for 2 hours or more at a time within the Districts service area and to Tallahassee. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This positionmaybe subject to call-in outside of regularly scheduled work hours to respond to emergency management activities or other incidents requiring rapid response in support of District operations.

Required Credentials for Resource Management Director

• A Masters degree from an accredited college or university in engineering biology geology hydrology or other technical field related to water resources
• Five (5) years of Senior Management experience
• Equivalent combination of education and experience is accepted
• Valid drivers license

Preferred Credentials for Resource Management Director

• Experience working in a governmental agency or entity
• Experience or knowledge of Districts water resources regulations and operations

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.

This position is also eligible for relocation reimbursement limited to moving expenses upon meeting mileage and program criteria.

Accepting applications until May 21 2026 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 flood-protection agency our mission is to protect water resources minimize flood risks and ensure the publics water needs are met.

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/Drug-Free Workplace/Tobacco Free Campuses. Please note: This position is exempt from Veterans Preference pursuant to 110.205 F.S.

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 or 1- (FL only); or email .âIf you are hearing or speech impaired please contact the agency using the Florida Relay Service 1- (TDD) or 1- (Voice). In the event of a complaint please follow the grievance procedure located at 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 employees Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

The District does not sponsor applicants for work visas.

Required Experience:

Director