JOB POSTING
POSTING #1
NATURAL RESOURCE SPECIALIST III
(Surface Water Management Program Manager)
Salary Range $56,500 – $83,784 per year (doq)
Position is responsible for implementation of the Surface Water Management Licensing Program and execution of the delegation agreement among the County, FDEP and SFWMD for environmental resource permitting. Knowledge of SFWMD, FDEP and Broward County rules and regulations regarding surface water management and environmental resource permitting is required. Applicants must have a strong background in the technical aspects of surface water management including familiarity with required/provided water quality, runoff, stage/storage, and discharge computations and knowledge of design, construction and operation of surface water management facilities. Surface water modeling experience is also required (ICPR, Cascade, SWMM, RC4). Current Florida Engineer Intern (EIT) or Florida Registered Professional Engineer (PE) is preferred.
Requires graduation from an Accredited four (4) year College or University with major coursework in Engineering or closely related field AND four (4) years progressively responsible experience in surface water management including two (2) years supervisory experience; or an equivalent combination of relevant training and experience. All education, experience and/or licenses/certifications must be documented in resume. Please provide telephone number in resume.
All education, experience and/or licenses/certifications must be documented in resume. Please provide telephone number on resume.
Additional information and on-line application available at www.broward.org/careers. All submissions must be received no later than 5:00 p.m. on Friday, May 25, 2012. Phone: (954) 357-6444.
POSTING #2
City of Margate Engineering Manager Position
Map it!)Environmental
Energy – Utilities – Gas – Electric
Installation – Maint – Repair
Construction
Engineering Manager
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Division Management, Project Oversight and Regulatory Compliance: Assumes upper level supervisory responsibilities for engineering and capital utility projects; provides professional engineering and administrative assistance in the operation of all Department divisions; prepares design plans and specifications as needed; acts as project manager for CIP projects; acts as Engineer of Record for in-house design projects; and oversees the City’s recycling and water conservation programs. Performs research, policy development and planning for the City’s engineering division.
Performs construction project management administration for various City (e.g., park development, public facilities construction) and utility projects, develops specifications, issues work authorizations, ensures timely deliverables, serves as liaison between the City and contractors, and approves invoices for payments.
Performs contract administration for commodities, materials, equipment and services to ensure contract compliance with specifications, funding, timely renewal and payment of deliverables.
Performs professional engineering work in the office and field in connection with the development and preparation of engineering plans for typical municipal projects such as street construction, storm drainage systems, subdivision improvements, water/wastewater/reclaimed water systems, and various other civil engineering activities.
Plays major role in developing and monitoring the department’s budgets and capital expenditure projections, evaluates rate, charges and projections, and monitors and approves purchase requisitions, invoices, etc.
Interprets City, State and Federal laws, statutes, regulations and ordinances related to municipal engineering and utilities operations and maintenance, and provides recommendations to the Department Director.
Completes and/or reviews reports to regulatory agencies and responds to regulatory requests.
Ensures that legally required recordkeeping and monitoring is accomplished and trains staff where necessary to accomplish those tasks.
Participates in grant application programs, and directs administration of the permitting process and related regulations through the Department of Environmental Protection, South Florida Water Management District and other related agencies pertaining to engineering and public utilities.
Responds directly or through staff to citizen questions or complaints; ensures that systems are put in place to eliminate future problems.
Develops and maintains positive public relations with emphasis on customer service.
Represents the department in meetings and activities involving the City Commission, citizens, county, state and federal governmental agencies and employees from other departments.
Represents the City in working with other agencies on area-wide projects such as flood management and regional water quality issues, and acts as representative at county, state and national organizations.
Works with staff on personnel matters, City policies and regulatory standards. May participate in labor contract administration and grievance handling.
Motivates employees to perform to the best of their abilities, evaluates employee job performance and initiates recognition and disciplinary procedures where appropriate.
Committed to staff development and cooperative management practices. Mentors subordinates and develops succession plans so that fully trained personnel are in place when needed to support the department’s mission. Has the ability and willingness to foster a team environment within DEES and with other City employees in the course of daily activities. Fosters employee empowerment in the delivery of services. Encourages employees to develop entrepreneurial and innovative ideas.
Requirements
At least 5 years of increasingly responsible professional civil engineering experience, particularly in the principles, standard methods and practices of municipal engineering, operation and maintenance of water supply systems, wastewater collection, transmission, treatment and reuse/disposal systems. In addition, should have experience in a lead, supervisory or project responsibility capacity. A Master’s degree may be substituted for one year of experience. A Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university with major coursework in civil engineering or a related field is required. Must be licensed as a Professional Engineer and licensed in the State of Florida, or has the ability to obtain such license within 12 months through reciprocity
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Has comprehensive knowledge of the principles, practices, methods, materials and equipment used in construction, operation, maintenance and repair of a water, wastewater and reclaimed water utility system.
Has thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of civil engineering as applied to municipal engineering and operation of public water, wastewater and reclaimed water systems.
Has considerable knowledge of Federal and State regulations, including knowledge of environmental rules and regulations, permits, etc. and the requirements and procedures for securing grants.
Has considerable knowledge of the principles and practices of water conservation, solid waste management, recycling programs and trends, and methods of program implementation.
Has knowledge of basic principles and practices of cost estimating, budgets, accounting and public administration.
Is skilled in a high level of verbal and written communication for presentations, training, negotiations, and guidance for a wide variety of audiences.
Is able to conduct research, analyze and interpret findings, and prepare clear and concise reports.
Is able to plan, assign, supervise and coordinate the activities of several divisions of the Department.
Is able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, municipal officials, representatives of other agencies and the general public.
Is able to assess long-range City development requirements and formulate proposals or alternatives and prepare written reports communicating such.
Is able to draft ordinances and regulation.
Is able to prepare Requests for Proposals and bid specifications, and evaluate proposals.
Is able to handle a multitude of diverse tasks simultaneously while maintaining an attention to detail for the purpose of ensuring accuracy in task performance.
Is able to make independent decisions quickly under emergency or stressful conditions and work independently.
Is able to provide effective leadership as follows: able to direct the activities of individuals and groups toward the accomplishment of meaningful goals; able to establish effective controls, ensuring that employees have necessary resources and authority; able to monitor progress and exercise control; able to select and evaluate employees; and able to instruct and train staff.
Has high-level computer skills in word processing, database, spreadsheet, presentation and selected job specific software applications.
Please visit http://www.margatefl.com/opport.html for additional application information.