SYSTEMS DATA MODELER 2 (TWO POSITIONS)

The South Florida Water Management District operates one of the largest regional water management systems in the world. With approximately 2,100 miles of canals and 2,000 miles of levees/berms, 77 pump stations and more than 600 water control structures and 620 project culverts, the District actively operates and maintains the water management system to protect regional water supplies and provide flood control for 9 million people – plus the environment, agriculture, businesses, and visitors – in South Florida.

The Water Resources & Systems Modeling (WRSM) Bureau at South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) is looking for Systems Data Modelers. These positions require a solid working knowledge of hydrologic and hydraulic modeling theories, concepts, and practices for projects/processes that support the Bureau’s mission. The successful candidate’s working knowledge has been developed based on formal and on-the-job training programs. Incumbent demonstrates technical competence by suitable application of standard modeling procedures and techniques; technical competence is also developed by keeping abreast of industry trends/developments. It is desirable for the incumbent to have a good working knowledge and basic experience with water management in Florida.

Incumbent receives direction and moderate supervision that includes instructions on specific assignment objectives and is expected to use discretion and judgment to complete modeling assignments and solve technical problems, either independently or as part of a team. Incumbent applies feedback on work assignments to enhance professional development and is responsible for keeping immediate supervisor current on the status of deliverables and assignments.

This is a joint posting for 2 open positions at any combination of Systems Data Modeler 1 and Systems Data Modeler 2 levels. Both of these positions may be filled as an in-office at SFWMD Headquarters.

Degree in Physical Sciences, Engineering, Computer Science or Mathematics and experience that demonstrates measurable career progression related to hydrologic process modeling, simulation modeling, data science, mathematics, or statistics. The candidate must have proven experience developing programs, scripts or applications to support complex workflows, and troubleshooting computer code and data.

Systems Data Modeler 2 (Senior Engineer or Senior Scientist): Bachelor’s Degree or higher from an ABET/EAC accredited engineering program OR has Bachelor’s Degree or higher in mathematics, statistics, or the sciences and 6 years of professional experience.

Valid Engineer In Training (EIT) Certificate or have passed the Fundamentals of Engineer (FE) or Engineer-in-Training exam.

Due to the District’s response role and in the total scope of emergency management, this position may at times be required to provide support before, during and after major storm events and emergency situations, such as hurricanes or other declared emergencies, depending on assigned emergency response role.

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 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. All documentation is due by the close of the job posting.