Water Resources Specialist

This is a technical position involved in performing inspections of construction of stormwater drainage systems in Hernando County right-of-way or private developments. This position also requires interaction with citizens in order to address their stormwater concerns.

• Provides on-site inspection of County stormwater infrastructure from the initial construction phase to final acceptance in accordance with plans and specifications.
• Reviews and approves record drawings.  Performs yearly maintenance and final maintenance inspections of subdivision construction; makes recommendations for corrective work required prior to County acceptance.
• Inspects permits and drainage plans as required and makes recommendations to correct deficiencies.  Provides written reports and recommendations to correct deficiencies supported both in writing and with photographical documentation.
• Performs visual inspection of existing county roads and drainage systems conditions.  Written reports and recommendations to correct deficiencies must be submitted with photographs as required.
• Visually inspects drainage construction and determines if the site plan requirements have been met.  Written reports and recommendations to correct deficiencies must be submitted with photographs as required.
• Ability to read plans and surveys in conjunction with road, bridge, sanitary, water and storm drainage construction.
• Maintains records and reports related to inspection results and field or laboratory tests.  Attends pre-construction conferences.
• Investigates citizen complaints, such as, but not limited to, drainage problems, right-of-way concerns, flooding issues, and other stormwater related issues.
• Assists in Department’s Capital Improvement Program (CIP).
• Inspects public and private developments for proper erosion and sediment control and compliance with approved SWPPP and NPDES permits.
• Participates in CCR process: Reviews plans and drainage calculations and other supporting documentation for proposed development to assure conformity with HCFDG and County design requirements.
• Maintains and prepares display materials and equipment.
• Participates in Statutory Working Group (Citrus, Hernando Waterway Restoration Committee, Hernando County Task Force, Technical Advisory Group).
• Participates in US Coast Guard Area Committee Meetings, ref. Area Contingency Plan (Spill Response).
• Conducts public outreach, stormwater education (Hurricane Expo, Swamp Fest, County Fair, etc.).
• Maintains inquiry list for floodplain areas and provides floodplain education and advise to minimize impacts to development.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associates degree or higher
• Three (3) years’ experience in stormwater and drainage construction inspection
  • or
• High School Diploma / General Education (GED)
• Seven (7) years' experience in stormwater and drainage construction inspection

Licenses, Certifications, or Registrations

• Must possess and maintain a valid Florida driver's license and be insurable by current insurance carrier.  
• Maintains certification as Certified Floodplain Manager through the American Society of Flood Plain Managers.
• Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) Intermediate Training Maintenance or Traffic Certification; Florida Stormwater, Erosion, and Sedimentation Control Inspector Certification are recommended. 

Special Requirements

•  NIMS/Incident Command Courses IS100PW, IS200, IS300, IS700, and IS800 within 90 days of employment.

Required Competencies

• Extensive knowledge of drainage infrastructure, subdivision, and appurtenance construction and operation principles and procedures.
• Knowledge of
  • engineering principles and procedures
  • construction safety practices
• Skilled in
  • interpreting and comprehending plans, specifications, contract documents, and safety standards.
  • preparing written reports and letters to document citizen interactions and construction activities.
• Ability to
  • understand and comprehend complex engineering and contract documents, plans, specifications, rules and regulations.
  • communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
  • prepare accurate and concise construction reports and letters
  • establish and maintain effective working relationships with contractors, engineers, developers, and county staff.
  • anticipate and resolve problems, questions and issues in their incipient stage
  • use sound judgment at all times
  • work independently

Equipment Used

Motor Vehicle, Personal Computer, Drafting Equipment, Calculator, Telephone

Physical Demands

• Ability to operate personal computer and office equipment
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle
• will be required to bend, stand, and lift light weight objects associated while performing field inspections and data collection

Environmental Conditions

• Office environment 
• Frequently works outside while inspecting project sites or performing other inspection duties

Pay Grade  9

Hernando County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, gender, orientation, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, disability, or any other protected characteristic as defined by law.

 Hernando County is a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to drug testing in accordance with Federal and Florida State Law. 

 Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must provide notification to the BOCC in advance to allow sufficient time to provide an accommodation.

Salary : $55,058 - $77,106