Engineer in Training I (Stormwater)

Salary : $77,904.58 - $116,857.00 Annually

Location : Citrus County, FL

Job Type : Full Time

Job Number : 202502159

Department : Public Works

Division : Technical Services

Opening Date : 12 / 09 / 2024

Closing Date : Continuous

General Description

The Engineer in Training I performs advanced technical work conducting & 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 the participation of consultants, engineers, designers, and contractors as it relates to the Stormwater Section. Assists / manages and implements the Community Rating System (CRS) Stormwater Standards, the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) program, and the Stormwater Management Program and System within the Citrus County service area. This can include, but not limited to, designing and implementing retrofits, improving existing drainage functionality to meet current and growing demands, and ensures compliance with all local, state, and federal agencies.

The schedule for this full-time position is Monday through Friday, 8 : 00 AM to 5 : 00 PM.

Essential Functions

• Drives and / or operates a county vehicle or equipment and must obey all safety policies, and roadway rules and laws.
• Assists in the development, management and implementation of the Stormwater Capital Improvement Program budget and projects.
• Conducts project meetings to ensure work procedures are followed, and coordinates the participation of consultants, engineers, designers, and contractors.
• Supervises and manages the preparation of project work plans, cost estimates, contract administration, and creation of technical reports, specifications & engineering stormwater calculations.
• Conducts and / or coordinates elements in the stormwater portion of the CRS Program and the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit.
• Assists in managing stormwater management system within the Citrus County service area including, but not limited to, designing and implementing retrofits, improving existing drainage functionality to meet current and growing demands, etc.
• Conducts and completes field work that includes but is not limited to commercial and / or residential site inspections, stormwater infrastructure inspections and data collection, and stormwater management inspection of county facilities.
• Responds, analyzes, and designs accordingly to reported drainage concerns.
• Oversees the participation of consultants, engineers, designers, and contractors.
• Coordinates project meetings ensuring work procedures are followed.
• Attends Technical Services Division meetings with the public and engineering consultants.
• Attends and make presentations to 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 Technical Services Division, Stormwater, and Staff Management.
• Performs associated design work and preparation.
• Conducts and coordinates studies and prepares reports.
• Assists with other miscellaneous engineering projects.
• Attends staff conferences, professional meetings, and other events.
• Performs other duties as required.

Minimum Requirements

Education, Training, and Experience

Certificates, Licenses, Registration, Skills

IS-100.c : Introduction to the Incident Command System (ICS)

Physical Requirements / Work Environment

Emergency Response / Recovery Activities

Supplemental Information

Employee Benefits at a Glance Medical, 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.

The Citrus County Board of County Commissioners provides a comprehensive benefits package.

Medical Insurance - (Carrier : Florida Blue) : Employee Premium is $50.00 monthly. Dependent coverage is available with bi-weekly premiums (please review detailed premiums using the link below).

Employee Health & Wellness Center : Employee Premium is $0.00 when covered under Medical Insurance. Dependent coverage is $0.00 when covered under Medical Insurance.

Dental Insurance : Employee Premium is $0.00. Dependent coverage is available with bi-weekly premiums (please review detailed premiums using the link below).

Vision Insurance : Employee and Dependent coverage is available with low monthly premiums.

Florida Retirement System : Employee contributes 3% of gross salary per pay-period. Option to choose from Pension Plan or Investment Plan. Detailed employer contributions can be found in the link below. Visit for more details.

Other Benefits :

Please note that the benefits may not apply to all constitutional offices; please refer to policies for specific information. The County's Personnel Policies, applicable Union Contracts and / or Certificate of Coverage provides detailed descriptions of all available employee benefit programs and stipulations.

For a more detailed overview of our benefit package,

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, two (2) years of progressive experience in Civil Engineering (Stormwater) and NPDES, experience in stormwater, roadway, utility, site, and pavement design are requirements for this position. Please include detailed information as to how you meet these requirements in the education, work history, certification and / or additional information sections of this application.

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Salary : $77,905 - $116,857