Lead Alternative Water Supply (AWS) and Conservation Specialist
Alternative Water Supply (AWS) and Conservation Specialist
WPB Adm Headquarters (B2)
4501BR
Job Description
The District is recruiting for a Lead Alternative Water
Supply (AWS) and Conservation Specialist that can be underfilled, depending on
the candidate’s qualifications and years of experience. The Alternative Water
Supply (AWS) and Conservation Specialist serve as the District’s program lead
and technical authority for the planning, coordination, and implementation of
water conservation and AWS initiatives, including use of brackish water and
reverse osmosis, reclaimed water and utility aquifer storage and recovery (ASR)
systems.
This position is in a team-oriented environment and is responsible for leading
the development and evaluation of AWS and conservation programs that enhance
water availability, improve regional water use efficiency, and support
long-term water resource sustainability, including the District’s water supply
planning efforts. Work includes monitoring, coordinating, and participating in
multi-agency projects; assessing the technical and economic feasibility of AWS
and conservation projects; and supporting cooperative funding and regional
water supply planning efforts. The incumbent provides scientific and technical
expertise in areas such as desalination, reclaimed water systems, conservation
technology evaluation, and program performance monitoring.
The position requires extensive interaction with internal and external
stakeholders, including local governments, utilities, regional water supply
authorities, and state agencies. The incumbent represents the District in
technical and policy forums, public meetings, and interagency workgroups.
The successful candidate will demonstrate leadership, analytical, and
communication skills; possess the ability to integrate technical findings into
planning decisions; and provide guidance to District management and partners
regarding AWS and conservation strategies designed to achieve sustainable water
supply outcomes across South Florida.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
• Integrates AWS and conservation objectives within regional
water supply plans, cooperative funding programs, and other District projects.
• Develops and maintain strategies that ensure consistency
with the District’s mission, policies, and legislative directives.
• Provides technical and programmatic leadership to staff,
consultants, and stakeholders engaged in water conservation and AWS
initiatives.
• Coordinates with internal bureaus and divisions to align
AWS and conservation program activities with regulatory, planning, and
permitting functions.
• Conducts and oversee scientific analyses of AWS
feasibility, reclaimed water utilization, and conservation potential.
• Analyzes regional and utility-scale water use data to
identify trends, evaluate program outcomes, and forecast future demand.
• Serves as the District’s subject matter expert for AWS and
conservation matters in coordination with utilities, local governments, and
other agencies.
• Represents the District on interagency workgroups,
technical committees, and public forums.
• Fosters collaborative partnerships with the Florida
Department of Environmental Protection, other water management districts,
utilities, regional water supply authorities, and private sector partners.
• Coordinates with the Office of Communications and Public
Affairs to promote awareness of conservation and AWS efforts.
• Oversees performance tracking, data management, and
reporting for AWS and conservation projects.
• Evaluates progress toward achieving regional water supply
sustainability and conservation savings targets.
• Conducts occasional travel within the District’s 16-county
region to attend interagency meetings, verify project implementation, or
perform on-site evaluations of AWS and conservation activities.
Employment Guidelines:
Lead Scientist: Typically has a Master’s
Degree in Environmental Science, Hydrology, Water Resources, Engineering, or a
related Natural or Physical Science discipline, and at least eight (8+) years
of qualifying experience that demonstrates measurable career progression within
the scientific discipline and the ability to apply such experience to support
the District’s strategic goals and objectives. Experience should include
demonstrated leadership in the development, coordination, and implementation of
complex water resource programs or projects, including Alternative Water Supply
(AWS), reclaimed water, and water conservation initiatives.
Senior Scientist: Typically has a Master’s
Degree in Natural or Physical Sciences and at least six (6+) years of
qualifying experience that demonstrates measurable career progression within
the scientific discipline that can be applied to support the District’s
strategic goals and objectives.
Scientist 4: Bachelor’s Degree in Natural or Physical
Sciences and at least four (4+) years of qualifying experience. Master’s Degree
in Natural or Physical Sciences preferred.
Scientist 3: Bachelor’s Degree in Natural or Physical
Sciences and at least two (2+) years of qualifying experience.
Scientist 2: Typically requires a Bachelor’s Degree in
Natural or Physical Sciences and at least one (1+) year of qualifying
experience.
License(s) / Certification(s):
Valid State of Florida Driver's License required.
Senior Engineer/Staff Engineer: Valid State of Florida
Professional Engineer (P.E.) License is required and keeps licensure status
current.
Senior Scientist (Hydrogeologist): Valid State of
Florida Professional Geologist (P.G.) License is required and keeps licensure
status current.
Engineering Specialist 4: Incumbent continues the
process for attaining State of Florida Professional Engineer License by receipt
of Engineer Intern (ET) Certification and continuing to accumulate acceptable
experience for work time licensure requirements.
Physical Requirements/ Working Environment:
General office environment with periodic field visits and travel to meetings or
project sites. Due to the District’s response role in emergency management,
this position may at times be required to provide support before, during, and
after major storm events or other declared emergencies, depending on assigned
emergency response role.
Veterans' Preference
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.
Americans with Disabilities Act:
The South Florida Water Management District is committed to providing
reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you
need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the selection process, please
contact the Human Resources Bureau at HR_Solutions@sfwmd.gov
Organization
FC3203221 WATER SUPPLY PLNG & IMPL SECTION