Surface Water Manager

Lee County Natural Resources is seeking a Surface Water Manager

The Surface Water Manager position serves as the supervisor/manager of the County’s Surface Water Program and works independently under limited supervision. This role requires a Professional Engineer (P.E.) license and provides technical support to the Natural Resources Department, other County departments/divisions, and outside agencies regarding stormwater management and water resource issues.

Duties and Responsibilities

The Surface Water Manager is responsible for providing technical support to the Division of Natural Resources, other County departments/divisions, and outside agencies on stormwater management and water resources issues. Key responsibilities include:

• Review development plans such as Lee Plan Amendments, Zoning, and Development Orders with a focus on stormwater management.
• Coordinate with County staff and outside agencies regarding stormwater-related issues.
• Manage Capital Improvement Projects (CIP) and oversee both CIPs and Neighborhood Improvement Projects (NIP).
• Stay current with advancements in hydrology and hydraulic engineering, including modeling techniques and software.
• Provide customer service through the Request for Action (RFA) system by:
  • Assigning staff as needed to address citizen drainage complaints/concerns.
  • Coordinating with LCDOT and other agencies to develop CIPs and NIPs based on RFA requests and other sources.
• Assist with FEMA Flood Insurance Study revisions, including review of LOMR, CLOMR, No-Impact Analysis, and Coastal Risk Map Development.
• Supervise hydrological data collection and QA/QC processes, including analysis of rainfall, flow, groundwater, and water quality data for statistical inference.
• Lead and supervise staff in the Surface Water Section by:
  • Monitoring and assigning workloads.
  • Supporting professional development and training initiatives.

Education, Experience, Licensing

Minimum Requirements:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Water Resources, or related field.
• Experience: Requires a Bachelor’s Degree in engineering or closely related field
• Driver’s License: Possession of a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record is required
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.

Preferred Requirements: 

• Master’s degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, or related field.
• Experience with hydrologic/hydraulic modeling software (e.g., ICPR, SWMM, HEC-RAS).
• Familiarity with FEMA floodplain mapping and the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP).
• Experience working with local governments and regional water management districts in Florida.

Supplemental Information

The position’s work schedule is Monday through Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

EMERGENCY RESPONSE/RECOVERY ACTIVITIES:

All County employees are required to work before, during, or after an emergency as needed. This may include temporarily being assigned to work and performing duties outside of the normal scope of their position, location and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens.

DISCLAIMER: The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this classification. All positions are subject to a criminal background check. A conviction in and of itself may not necessarily preclude employment. Some positions may be subject to a pre-employment drug screening. Certain service members and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such service members and veterans, who claim and meet eligibility requirements of veterans preference, receive preference and priority in employment and are encouraged to apply.