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The Southwest Florida Water Management District is an environmental and resource protection agency committed to managing Florida’s water and water-related resources for its ever-growing population.
District activities include issuing permits for various water use activities; research, restoration and preservation; acquisition of lands for preservation of vital water resources; mapping, classification of wetlands; and public education programs.
With locations in Brooksville, Tampa, Bartow and Sarasota, staff members are responsible for managing ground and surface water supplies in all or part of 16 counties in west-central Florida.
Topics
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Employee benefits
Local area information
Authorization of release of information
How to apply
- A District employment application is required in order to be considered for a position at SWFWMD. You may apply online or download the district employment application. Our preferred method of receiving your application is via the online application, since we use electronic processing.
- Submit a separate application for each position desired from our currently advertised positions. Job opportunity listings are updated on an ongoing basis.
- Referral to a resume in lieu of a response on an application is not acceptable.
- An incomplete application will not be considered. It is very important that you provide as much information as possible about your skills, knowledge and abilities. Your invitation to be interviewed is based solely upon the written information you provide on the application.
- Veterans’ preference is given to eligible veterans and spouses of veterans in accordance with Chapter 295, Florida Statutes. Documentation of eligibility for veterans’ preference must be submitted at time of application. The District will follow the requirements of Chapter 295, Florida Statutes and Chapter 55A-7, F.A.C., in determining eligibility for veterans’ preference.
- Downloaded employment applications are accepted in any District office during the normal business day, which is 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. However, your application must be received in the Human Resources Department and date stamped by 5 p.m. on the closing date.
- Your application will receive careful consideration and, if selected for an interview, you will be contacted by telephone for an appointment.
Our hiring policy
The Southwest Florida Water Management District is an Equal Opportunity Multicultural Employer and strives to enhance its diverse workforce. The District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, marital status, or disability in employment or the provision of services. The District demonstrates its commitment to the principles and spirit of equal employment opportunity by maintaining an environment free from discrimination and harassment for all employees, customers and citizens. This policy is more than just a matter of legal compliance with federal, state and county laws; it is the philosophy of the agency. Our goal is to attract, hire and retain the best-qualified candidates. Anyone requiring reasonable accommodation as provided for in the Americans with Disabilities Act, should contact the Human Resources Department at telephone number (352) 796-7211, ext. 4713; fax (352) 754-6875; toll-free 1-800-423-1476 (Florida only); or telecommunication devices for the deaf (TDD) 1-800-231-6103 (Florida only).
The Southwest Florida Water Management District is a drug-free workplace
The District’s drug-free workplace program requires drug testing of applicants selected for employment in safety sensitive positions; post-accident and reasonable suspicion testing; and/or random drug and alcohol testing of employees whose positions require operation of a commercial motor vehicle in accordance with U.S. Department of Transportation policies.
Federal law requires that the District hire only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized aliens who can provide documentation of their identity and employment eligibility.
Southwest Florida Water Management District
2379 Broad Street
Brooksville, Florida 34604-6899
Authorization of release of information for employment purposes
For use by applicants offered positions with the Southwest Florida Water Management District .
Local area information
To assist you in making your employment decision, the Southwest Florida Water Management District has made available links to local chambers of commerce web sites, enabling you to research local amenities and attractions at this location.
