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PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER III - 37010619

People First Service Center, Tallahassee, Florida, us, 32318

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Overview

PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER III State of Florida Department of Environmental Protection This position is located in Tallahassee, FL Position Number: 37010619 Requisition No: 859807 Salary: $69,000 - $74,000 yearly (commensurate based on experience)

Responsibilities

Work within the State Revolving Fund Program, under supervision of Program Administrators and professional engineers, to implement SRF loan programs authorized under the Clean Water Act and Safe Drinking Water Act.

Apply engineering knowledge to ensure proposed facilities are constructed in accordance with good engineering practice.

Travel to project site locations may be required; work 40 hours per week with core on-site hours 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM.

Adhere to the Department’s Standards of Conduct and applicable policies, procedures, and orders.

Engage in advanced professional engineering tasks requiring licensure by the State Board of Professional Engineers and interaction with other engineers in government and private practice.

Interpret federal/state rules and provide guidance to local government officials and their engineering representatives; assist in rule revisions as necessary.

Manage or oversee construction phase activities, including reviews of disbursement requests, change orders, and construction inspections for conformance with plans and specifications.

Review planning documents (e.g., sewer system evaluation surveys) and coordinate interdisciplinary reviews with other agencies.

Review or oversee reviews of interlocal agreements, capital finance plans, public participation documents, and user charge systems.

Prepare or oversee environmental information documents under applicable Florida Administrative Codes.

Review plans and specifications for conformity with planning documentation and ensure bidding information aligns with these documents; review value engineering as applicable.

Coordinate asset management planning and assist with Capacity Assessment, Source Water Protection, Public Water System Supervision, and related funding eligibility.

Support management during revolving loan priority list development and assist with public notices, hearings, and Notice of Final Agency Action; respond to public questions and coordinate closeout documentation.

Process project closeout paperwork and submit for processing by SRFM; perform other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge

Wastewater engineering, design, construction, and operations

Concepts, terminology, principles, and analytical techniques of sanitary and civil engineering

Construction grants/loan program

Water supply treatment and distribution systems

Drinking water rule requirements

Standard engineering economics

Skill in

Professional use of Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel)

Ability

Interpret and apply federal and state guidelines related to CWA, CWSRF, SDWA, and DWSRF programs

Solve engineering problems and apply applicable rules and procedures

Review planning and bid documents for compliance and review value engineering when applicable

Plan, organize, coordinate work assignments; prioritize workload

Communicate engineering information effectively in writing and verbally

Establish and maintain effective working relationships; develop various reports

Travel to perform on-site inspections and maintain a valid driver’s license

Applicable Job-Specific License or Certifications

Florida Professional Engineer License

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in environmental, engineering, natural sciences, or business/finance management

Knowledge of stormwater treatment practices and nonpoint source pollution management

Experience managing state agreements and contracts and the state procurement process

Florida Certified Contract Manager (FCCM) status

Knowledge of environmental issues and laws related to water and ecosystems in Florida

Excellent communication, organization, and time management skills

Pay $69,000 - $74,000 yearly (commensurate based on experience)

Our Organization and Mission The Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is the state’s lead agency for environmental management and stewardship—protecting air, water, and land. DEP aims to advance Florida’s leadership in protecting natural resources while growing the state’s economy, and supports employees in tackling important projects while gaining valuable experience.

Where You Will Work Division of Water Restoration Assistance Douglas Building 3900 Commonwealth Boulevard Tallahassee, FL 32399

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida The State’s total compensation package includes a competitive set of benefits: annual and sick leave, nine paid holidays plus one Personal Holiday, health/dental/vision options, retirement plan with employer contributions, tuition waivers, and more. For details, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com.

Special Notes DEP supports recruiting and onboarding talented individuals, including veterans and those with disabilities. Veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to contact our recruiters for guidance. Reasonable accommodations are available; contact HR to request accommodations.

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer. It is a Drug-Free workplace with required drug testing.

Veterans’ Preference Veterans’ Preference applies in accordance with Florida law. Eligible candidates should attach supporting documentation with their submission.

Location TALLAHASSEE, FL 32399, plus other Tallahassee area locations listed in the original posting.

For assistance, call the People First Service Center at (877) 562-7287, Mon-Fri, 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Eastern Time.

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