Osceola County, FL
Salary: See Position Description
Location : Kissimmee, FL
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 02652
Department: ENVIRONMENT & PUBLIC LANDS
Opening Date: 08/01/2025
Closing Date: 8/15/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
General Description of Duties
NOTE TO INTERNAL APPLICANTS: INTERNAL CANDIDATES IN THE SAME CLASSIFICATION AND/OR PAY GRADE AS THE POSITION POSTED WILL NOT RECEIVE A PAY ADJUSTMENT IF SELECTED.
Target Hiring Range: $69,680.00 -$88,847.20 Pay Grade Range:$69,680.00 -$108,014.40
Depending on Qualifications and Experience
** Position subject to close at any time**
Under professional direction, the purpose of the position is to perform specialized engineering work to plan, coordinate and implement County development activities. Employees in this classification perform at a professional level and are accountable for reviewing and evaluating development projects in compliance with all applicable County/State/Federal codes and regulations, and according to all acceptable engineering practices. Work includes reviewing and evaluating technical documents, construction plans (residential and commercial) development and roadway design, attending and participating in the TRS and other related meetings while providing solutions to construction problems. Employee works with a high degree of independence and initiative and may confer with the Principal Engineer and /or the Manager on matters involving complex development matters.
Essential Job Functions
The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position.
Education: Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or closely related field.
Experience: Two (2) years' experience in Civil Engineering design and construction focused on commercial and residential developments with responsible experience in designing and managing development projects or possess a current Engineering Intern Training (EIT) Certification.
Miscellaneous: Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Drivers' License.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Physical Demand: Medium
Welcome to a workplace that values you. Osceola County offers a comprehensive benefits package to fit your needs and the needs of your family.
Join us in making a difference in our community, knowing we're here to support you every step of the way.
Group Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
Medical and Dental Insurance at no cost to the employee. In addition, the County contributes 83.5% to the dependent(s) premium coverage.
Deductions Per Paycheck - HRA Base Plan
Coverage
Employee
Employee + 1
Family
Health-HRA Base
$0.00
$118.34
$184.08
HRA Buy-Up
$35.14
$159.17
$247.60
Dental Base
$0.00
$12.47
$22.96
Dental Buy-Up
$3.28
$18.86
$31.99
Vision
$3.42
$6.84
$9.15
Short-Term Disability
$0.00
N/A
N/A
Long-Term Disability
$0.00
N/A
N/A
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
At no cost to the employee. The County offers Short-Term and Long-Term Disability at 60% of the employee's weekly base salary. The employee has the option to purchase an additional 10% coverage.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
EAP provides confidential counseling and referral services to employees and their family members at no cost.
Employee Wellness Program
Employee Wellness Program promotes a variety of activities to encourage total well-being including physical, emotional, and financial health. Rewards can be earned.
Gym Membership Reimbursement
Gym Membership Reimbursement, up to $20.00 per month.
Basic Life Insurance Policy
At no cost to the employee, equal to one time the employee's annual salary, rounded to the next thousand dollars. Employees can opt to buy additional Life Insurance.
Employee Health Center
The County provides a private health center for County Employees and eligible dependents. The Employee Health Center offers an array of primary care services, including sick visits, enhanced by x-ray services, pulmonary tests, lab work, and a dispensary offering over 200 generic medications onsite. Services at the Health Center are offered at no cost to the employees and their eligible dependents.
Employees who are enrolled on the County's Medical plan have access to the Employee Health Center on day one of employment. The Health Center is available to patients 8 years of age and older.
Vacation & Sick Leave Accruals
Service Time
Accruals Per Month
1 month - 5 years
8 hours
5 years and 1 month - 10 years
10 hours
10 years and 1 month - 15 years
12 hours
15 years and 1 month - 20 years
13.34 hours
20 years and over
16.66 hours
S ick Leave Accruals
Classification
Accruals Per Month
Full time employees
8 hours
Part time employees
4 hours
Paid Holidays
Paid Holidays + 1 Floating Holiday (to be chosen by the Employee)
Administrative Leave
40 hours of Administrative Leave per fiscal year for Exempt employees.
Sick Leave Bank
Available to employees experiencing a catastrophic medical related event, with up to 240 hours per fiscal year. Enrollment required.
Vacation/Sick Leave Buy-Back Program
Eligible employees may sell back up to eighty (80) hours of accrued leave per fiscal year. (This program is subject to availability of funds and may be amended or terminated at any time without notice.)
Paid Bereavement Leave
Up to five (5) working days off.
Tuition Reimbursement
Up to $1,600 per Fiscal Year, for degree seeking employees. Degree must be related to employee's current position.
Membership in the Florida Retirement System
The County is a Florida Retirement System Employer! For Fiscal Year 2025, County contribution for Regular Class members is 13.63%, subject to a mandatory 3% employee contribution. Rates and Contributions are set by Florida Legislation.
A 457b Deferred Compensation Program
A 457b Deferred Compensation Program is also available to help employees boost their retirement saving goals, with pre-tax and post-tax contributions, as well as IRA plan options. Employee sponsored.
Employee Recognition Program
We see your hard work, and we celebrate it! Through our Employee Appreciation Committee and the "You've Been Caught Doing Good" program, we recognize outstanding performance or accomplishments with prizes including monetary rewards and merchandise.
01
Do you possess a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or a related field? If so, please list the type of degree and major/concentration. (Education must be demonstrated in the "Education" section of the application.) If no, list N/A.)
02
Briefly explain and list your years of professional experience in design and construction focused on commercial and residential developments, with responsible experience in designing and managing development projects. (Experience must be demonstrated in the "Work Experience" section of the application.) If none, list N/A.
03
Do you currently possess an Engineering Intern Training (EIT) Certification?
04
Are you a U.S. Military Veteran?
05
Are you electing to claim Veteran's Preference? (If electing to claim Veteran's Preference, be sure to complete the Veteran's Preference Eligibility Form located on the home page of NeoGov.)
06
Do you possess a valid Driver's License? If yes, what state?
Required Question
Location : Kissimmee, FL
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 02652
Department: ENVIRONMENT & PUBLIC LANDS
Opening Date: 08/01/2025
Closing Date: 8/15/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
General Description of Duties
NOTE TO INTERNAL APPLICANTS: INTERNAL CANDIDATES IN THE SAME CLASSIFICATION AND/OR PAY GRADE AS THE POSITION POSTED WILL NOT RECEIVE A PAY ADJUSTMENT IF SELECTED.
Target Hiring Range: $69,680.00 -$88,847.20 Pay Grade Range:$69,680.00 -$108,014.40
Depending on Qualifications and Experience
** Position subject to close at any time**
Under professional direction, the purpose of the position is to perform specialized engineering work to plan, coordinate and implement County development activities. Employees in this classification perform at a professional level and are accountable for reviewing and evaluating development projects in compliance with all applicable County/State/Federal codes and regulations, and according to all acceptable engineering practices. Work includes reviewing and evaluating technical documents, construction plans (residential and commercial) development and roadway design, attending and participating in the TRS and other related meetings while providing solutions to construction problems. Employee works with a high degree of independence and initiative and may confer with the Principal Engineer and /or the Manager on matters involving complex development matters.
Essential Job Functions
The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position.
- Performs routine and moderately complex professional and technical engineering design/ review work relative to the County's development submittals.
- Manages and assists in the review of all applications of development in the Development Review Section to ensure planning, development, design and construction is completed in compliance with all applicable County/State/Federal codes and regulations, and according to all acceptable engineering practices.
- Ensures all survey and drafting work is approved for compliance with all applicable codes, ordinances and regulations.
- Assists in the development and enforcement of all Land Development Codes applicable to all existing facilities, proposed improvements and new construction; researches and investigates historically significant landmarks within the County.
- Performs engineering design and review work for submitted development applications involving municipal streets, drainage, paving, grading, sidewalks, elevations, building facilities, environmental impacts and traffic issues.
- Reviews and evaluates applications for development to ensure compliance with County codes and regulations; inspects construction sites to determine conformance of site to approved plans.
- Advises department heads and other officials on County's adopted policies; prepares cost estimates; provides technical information and interpretation of codes and regulations regarding development issues to general public, developers, permitting agencies, consultants, contractors and County staff.
- Researches, prepares reports, drafts specifications, and presents recommendations for special tasks as delegated by the respective Manager.
- Coordinates with technical review staff, project coordinators, planning and zoning staff, traffic and storm water sections to address issues that may arise from the review of development applications.
- Attend DRC meetings, Planning and Board of County Commission meetings, and maintains open communication to coordinate with developers, consultants, State and local agencies and the dissemination of information.
- Performs duties as assigned/necessary which are related, or logical in assignment to the position.
Education: Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or closely related field.
Experience: Two (2) years' experience in Civil Engineering design and construction focused on commercial and residential developments with responsible experience in designing and managing development projects or possess a current Engineering Intern Training (EIT) Certification.
Miscellaneous: Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Drivers' License.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Ability to understand and follow complex written and oral instructions.
- Considerable knowledge of the principles and practices of Civil Engineering and utilities work as applied to the development, design, construction and coordination.
- Considerable knowledge of current codes and regulatory standards governing the state's building construction and development industry.
- Considerable knowledge of all functions relevant to the processing, plans review, design, inspections of various developments.
- Ability to review and interpret construction project plans, and the technical interpretation of applicable construction codes and regulatory standards.
- Ability to provide plans review oversight and recommend/develop modifications as necessary to ensure overall project compliance with applicable codes and regulatory standards.
- Ability to read, update and maintain various records and files.
- Ability to access, operate and maintain various software applications.
- Ability to clearly communicate information both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to operate basic office equipment, e.g., computer terminals, printers, copy machines, telephone systems, facsimile machines.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with departmental personnel, management, contractors, consultants and the general public.
Physical Demand: Medium
- 50 pounds maximum lifting.
- If less lifting is involved will require significant walking/standing.
- Frequent (up to 2/3 of the work time) lifting, carrying up to 25 lbs.
- Expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken word or perceiving sound by ear.
- Good eyesight for production or safety of self and others.
- Physical demand requirements are in excess of light wo
Welcome to a workplace that values you. Osceola County offers a comprehensive benefits package to fit your needs and the needs of your family.
Join us in making a difference in our community, knowing we're here to support you every step of the way.
Group Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
Medical and Dental Insurance at no cost to the employee. In addition, the County contributes 83.5% to the dependent(s) premium coverage.
Deductions Per Paycheck - HRA Base Plan
Coverage
Employee
Employee + 1
Family
Health-HRA Base
$0.00
$118.34
$184.08
HRA Buy-Up
$35.14
$159.17
$247.60
Dental Base
$0.00
$12.47
$22.96
Dental Buy-Up
$3.28
$18.86
$31.99
Vision
$3.42
$6.84
$9.15
Short-Term Disability
$0.00
N/A
N/A
Long-Term Disability
$0.00
N/A
N/A
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
At no cost to the employee. The County offers Short-Term and Long-Term Disability at 60% of the employee's weekly base salary. The employee has the option to purchase an additional 10% coverage.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
EAP provides confidential counseling and referral services to employees and their family members at no cost.
Employee Wellness Program
Employee Wellness Program promotes a variety of activities to encourage total well-being including physical, emotional, and financial health. Rewards can be earned.
Gym Membership Reimbursement
Gym Membership Reimbursement, up to $20.00 per month.
Basic Life Insurance Policy
At no cost to the employee, equal to one time the employee's annual salary, rounded to the next thousand dollars. Employees can opt to buy additional Life Insurance.
Employee Health Center
The County provides a private health center for County Employees and eligible dependents. The Employee Health Center offers an array of primary care services, including sick visits, enhanced by x-ray services, pulmonary tests, lab work, and a dispensary offering over 200 generic medications onsite. Services at the Health Center are offered at no cost to the employees and their eligible dependents.
Employees who are enrolled on the County's Medical plan have access to the Employee Health Center on day one of employment. The Health Center is available to patients 8 years of age and older.
Vacation & Sick Leave Accruals
Service Time
Accruals Per Month
1 month - 5 years
8 hours
5 years and 1 month - 10 years
10 hours
10 years and 1 month - 15 years
12 hours
15 years and 1 month - 20 years
13.34 hours
20 years and over
16.66 hours
S ick Leave Accruals
Classification
Accruals Per Month
Full time employees
8 hours
Part time employees
4 hours
Paid Holidays
Paid Holidays + 1 Floating Holiday (to be chosen by the Employee)
- New Year's Day
- Martin Luther King Jr. Day
- Memorial Day
- Juneteenth
- Independence Day
- Labor Day
- Veterans Day
- Thanksgiving Day
- Thanksgiving - Day After
- Christmas Eve
- Christmas Day
Administrative Leave
40 hours of Administrative Leave per fiscal year for Exempt employees.
Sick Leave Bank
Available to employees experiencing a catastrophic medical related event, with up to 240 hours per fiscal year. Enrollment required.
Vacation/Sick Leave Buy-Back Program
Eligible employees may sell back up to eighty (80) hours of accrued leave per fiscal year. (This program is subject to availability of funds and may be amended or terminated at any time without notice.)
Paid Bereavement Leave
Up to five (5) working days off.
Tuition Reimbursement
Up to $1,600 per Fiscal Year, for degree seeking employees. Degree must be related to employee's current position.
Membership in the Florida Retirement System
The County is a Florida Retirement System Employer! For Fiscal Year 2025, County contribution for Regular Class members is 13.63%, subject to a mandatory 3% employee contribution. Rates and Contributions are set by Florida Legislation.
A 457b Deferred Compensation Program
A 457b Deferred Compensation Program is also available to help employees boost their retirement saving goals, with pre-tax and post-tax contributions, as well as IRA plan options. Employee sponsored.
Employee Recognition Program
We see your hard work, and we celebrate it! Through our Employee Appreciation Committee and the "You've Been Caught Doing Good" program, we recognize outstanding performance or accomplishments with prizes including monetary rewards and merchandise.
01
Do you possess a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or a related field? If so, please list the type of degree and major/concentration. (Education must be demonstrated in the "Education" section of the application.) If no, list N/A.)
02
Briefly explain and list your years of professional experience in design and construction focused on commercial and residential developments, with responsible experience in designing and managing development projects. (Experience must be demonstrated in the "Work Experience" section of the application.) If none, list N/A.
03
Do you currently possess an Engineering Intern Training (EIT) Certification?
- Yes
- No
04
Are you a U.S. Military Veteran?
- Yes
- No
05
Are you electing to claim Veteran's Preference? (If electing to claim Veteran's Preference, be sure to complete the Veteran's Preference Eligibility Form located on the home page of NeoGov.)
- Yes
- No
06
Do you possess a valid Driver's License? If yes, what state?
Required Question