Lot Drainage Specialist (Compliance/Maintenance Specialist III) - R20965

Sarasota County Government • Full-time • Sarasota, Florida, United States • $24.74 - $31.54 / hour • 4h ago

Start Here. Grow Here. Stay Here.

Join Sarasota County Land Development Services and help support the safe, sustainable growth of one of Florida's most vibrant communities. If you're looking for a career where your work contributes to protecting our natural resources, improving infrastructure, and serving the public, this is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact while growing your professional skills.We're seeking a motivated, detail-oriented professional who enjoys problem-solving, collaborating with others, and working in both the office and the field. Whether you're bringing experience in stormwater, drainage, or land development (or you're ready to build on your knowledge) we encourage you to apply and learn more about this rewarding opportunity.

About the Position

If selected, you will...

Review all lot drainage plans submitted to Land Development as part of the building permit process for compliance with the Unified Development Code.
Provide on-site inspections of private, public, and county-owned property; ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, statutes, and County ordinances.
Offer backup support for Land Development Inspectors in their inspection activities.
Provide support in the review of site development permit plans and right-of-way use permits.

About the Schedule

Work Hours:

Full-Time, 40 hours per week.
Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (No weekends!)

About You

To be considered for this role, you must have the following:

High School Diploma or its equivalent and 4+ years of total experience in inspecting.
OR:College or university-level training in an appropriate field may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.
Valid Florida driver's license at the time of hire.

The ideal candidate has the following:

Please note that these are not requirements but bonuses for your consideration.

Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) Stormwater, Erosion, and Sedimentation Control Inspector Certification, or the ability to obtain it within 12 months of hire. (We can help with this!)
Experience reading and interpreting subdivision, drainage, and construction plans and specifications.
Knowledge of stormwater hydrology and hydraulics, drainage construction methods, surveying, pavement design, and erosion control practices.
Experience conducting field inspections and working with the methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in drainage and stormwater infrastructure projects.
Strong communication and computer skills, including Microsoft Office, with the ability to learn County systems such as Accela, GIS, and Workday.

Subject to Passing Substance Screening: This position is subject to passing a pre-employment substance screening. An applicant who fails to pass a required drug screening test shall be disqualified from employment in any class for a period of five (5) years.

About Everything Else

Starting Pay Range: $24.74/hr (minimum) up to $31.54 (midpoint), based on experience.

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