Engineer I (Technical Services)

The Engineer I for Technical Services performs advanced technical design/permitting and management duties in conducting and supervising the preparation of project work plans, cost estimates, contract administration, creation of technical reports, specifications & engineering calculations. Holds project meetings ensuring work procedures are followed, and coordinates/manages the participation of consultants, engineers, designers, and contractors. Attends meetings with the public and engineering consultants, project design work, project permit review and approval, conduct studies and develop reports, and other miscellaneous engineering projects. Oversees and responsible for engineering review, traffic/stormwater studies, access management, approval and inspection of residential, and non-residential Site Developments, Right-of-Way (ROW), and Finished Floor Elevation Waiver Permits. Conducts and manages the preparation and creation of stormwater design and retrofit plans/reports and calculations.

The schedule for this full-time position is Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM and is located in the Lecanto Government Building, Lecanto, Florida.

• Drives and/or operates a county vehicle or equipment and must obey all safety policies, and roadway rules and laws.
• Oversees and professionally responsible for performance of engineering related design, calculations, reports, analysis for various county related projects, as well as work of staff associated with and in performance of submitted permit applications such as plats, improvement plans, residential and non-residential applications, stormwater applications, roadway/traffic improvements, and studies, etc. 
• Conducts project meetings to ensure work procedures are followed, and coordinates/manages the participation of consultants, engineers, designers, and contractors.
• Supervises the preparation of project work plans, cost estimates, contract administration, and creation of technical reports, specifications and engineering calculations.
• Attends meetings with the public and engineering consultants.
• Performs design work, conducts studies, and prepares reports.
• Involved with the county’s National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit.
• Responds, analyzes, and designs retrofit projects to reported drainage concerns
• Prepares presentations and attends the Planning and Development Commission Board (PDC), Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) and other review boards as necessary.
• Creates, drafts, and publishes policies and procedures for the Engineering Division, Permitting, and Staff Management.
• Interprets, resolves, and enforces the County’s Land Development Code (LDC), Comprehensive Plan and other regulatory guides, and recommends changes as needed
• Performs other duties as required.

Education, Training, and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering
• Four (4) years of progressive experience in Civil Engineering (Transportation/Stormwater)
• Experience in stormwater design, transportation/roadway, utility, site, pavement design, and infrastructure construction.

Certificates, Licenses, Registration, Skills

• Valid Florida Driver License or must obtain within 30 days of establishing residency in Florida.
• Registered Professional Engineer (P.E.) in the State of Florida.
• Working knowledge of drainage, hydrology, and hydraulics.
• Working knowledge of AutoCad/PONDS/AdICPR
• Ability to effectively communicate (verbally and in writing) in a clear, confident manner using proper grammar.
• Requires ability to maintain courteous and effective relations with County staff, elected officials, community interest groups and the public.
• Must have strong working knowledge of computers and be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Products (i.e., Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.).
• Must have or be able to obtain within 90 days certification in FEMA National Incident Management System (NIMS) courses:
  • IS-100.c: Introduction to the Incident Command System (ICS)
  • IS-200.b: ICS for Single Resources & Initial Action Incidents
  • IS-700.b: An Introduction to the National Incident Management System
  • IS-800.c: National Response Framework, an Introduction

Physical Requirements/Work Environment:

• Requires a combination of sitting, standing and walking.
• The job involves frequent lifting and carrying up to 10 pounds, and occasionally up to 20 pounds.
• The job requires frequent balancing and occasional bending, squatting, kneeling, twisting, and reaching above shoulders.
• The job requires the completion of tasks that involve simple grasping, pushing, pulling, typing, operating foot controls/levers, and driving automotive equipment. 
• The job requires normal visual acuity and field of vision, depth perception and color vision, hearing, and speaking.
• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Emergency Response/Recovery Activities

• All employees will be required to work before, during, or after an emergency. During an emergency, employees may temporarily be assigned to work and perform duties outside the normal scope of their position, location, and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens. Emergency response duties may also include driving and/or operating a county vehicle or equipment and employees must obey all safety policies, and roadway rules and laws.

Employee Benefits at a GlanceMedical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Employee Health & Wellness Center, Florida Retirement System (FRS), Basic Term Life and AD&D Insurance $20,000, Long Term Disability Insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), 11 Paid Holidays, Vacation and Sick Leave   Please visit the Benefits tab of this posting for additional information and a link to the Employee Benefits Highlights booklet.

Basis of Rating: Some positions may require a written and/or skills test. Applications will be carefully reviewed to assess each individuals’ qualifications. Selected persons will be interviewed to determine who will be hired for the job.  The kind and length of related work experience, training and education shown on the application will be an important consideration in the screening process.

Must successfully pass an employment reference check, criminal background check, physical examination, and drug screen. Drug screens will be in accordance with the Drug Free Workplace Act and/or the Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act of 1991.

Citrus County, Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.  

Citrus County, Florida Board of County Commissioners (BOCC), is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), marital status, citizenship, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected trait.

Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the Citrus County, Florida Board of County Commissioners in advance to allow sufficient time to provide an accommodation.

Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. 

Pursuant to Chapter 119, Florida Statutes or the “Public Records Law,” applications, resumes and personnel records are subject to public inspections. Details regarding the “Public Records Law”/ “The Sunshine Law” / Florida Statutes and the statutory exemptions are available on websites such as the Florida Office of the Attorney General, Florida Senate and Florida Legislature. Additionally, Citrus County Board of County Commissioners Public Information section is located on our website.

Salary : $89,193 - $133,790