| Location | Pompano Beach, FL |
| Salary | $100,934.03–$161,090.90 Per Year |
Engineering Unit Supervisor - WWS Engineering Division
Salary
$100,934.03 - $161,090.90 Annually
Location
WWS Copans, 2555 W Copans Rd., Pompano Beach, FL
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
1414754
Department
PW WWS Eng Div Plan Map Dv Rev
Opening Date
10/23/2026
Closing Date
Continuous
Veterans Preference Notice
Under Section 295.07, Florida Statutes, certain servicemembers and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such servicemembers and veterans, receive preference and priority, and certain servicemembers may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements, in employment with Broward County and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled.
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REQUIREMENTS AND PREFERENCES
The Broward County Board of County Commissioners is seeking qualified candidates for Engineering Unit Supervisor - WWS Engineering Division
Please Note: This announcement will remain open until a sufficient number of applications are received and may close at any time.
The Engineering Unit Supervisor is responsible for planning, designing, and managing the Divisions operational and strategic business projects and programs. This position supervises professional engineers, technical contractors, or other technical staff involved in Water and Wastewater Services developer programs and projects.
Additional responsibilities include:
Develops and updates technical support procedures for the division.
General Description
Performs advanced professional and supervisory engineering work in the design and review of a wide variety of engineering and environmental projects.
Works under administrative supervision, developing and implementing programs within organizational policies and reports major activities to executive level administrators through conferences and reports.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Requires a Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in civil engineering or closely related field.
Requires six (6) years progressively responsible experience in professional engineering work appropriate to the area of assignment including two (2) years supervisory experience.
Special Certifications and Licenses
Possess and maintain Professional Engineer License in State of Florida for duration of assignment.
Preferences
SCOPE OF WORK
Duties and Responsibilities
The functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the job as necessary.
Schedules, assigns, and supervises engineering design projects; directs and coordinates field surveys, plan design, preparation and review, cost estimate development, and specifications preparation; participates in the development and design and review of major and complex projects.
Supervises and participates in the analysis and review of engineering studies and designs prepared by professional consultants; prepares recommendations for the consideration of professional and administrative superiors and committees.
Supervises the preparation of right-of-way and construction plans for major thoroughfares; conducts studies and prepares reports on proposed locations for future major thoroughfares; maintains liaison with appropriate outside agencies concerning projects under consideration for construction.
Supervises and participates in the activities of construction engineers, inspectors, and materials technicians in the investigation and construction of water and sewer mains, roadways, structures, and related public work projects; prepares general and special specifications for contract construction; supervises the maintenance and analysis of payment estimates and records.
Oversees and performs the technical review of remedial action plans; oversees and administers environmental licensing programs.
Conducts special engineering studies and projects relating to technical and administrative aspects of the public works function; coordinates the utilization of computer technology as related to the engineering function.
Conducts long-range studies involving other departments, agencies, and organizations; prepares reports and recommendations; seals and signs engineering plans, drawings, and documents.
Performs related work as assigned.
Competencies
Makes sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems. Asks questions to encourage others to think differently and enrich their analyses of complex situations. Accurately defines the key elements of complex, ambiguous situations.
Makes good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward. Ensures that peoples decisions comply with policies and standards. Integrates analysis, experience, and other inputs to make effective decisions. Accepts workable decisions and also seeks better alternatives.
Anticipates and balances the needs of multiple stakeholders. Provides guidance so that others understand the needs of different stakeholders and can balance them appropriately. Makes sure people understand and adhere to ethical standards when working with stakeholders; models and ensures cross-cultural sensitivity.
Provides direction, delegating, and removing obstacles to get work done. Delegates tasks, providing generally clear expectations to staff. Coordinates and integrates the teams work, reducing duplication. Measures team progress using the right indicators; recognizes when problems or shortfalls occur.
Plans and prioritizes work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals. Stays focused on plans and improvises in response to changes, including risks and contingencies. Aligns own teams work with other workgroups. Looks ahead to determine and obtain needed resources to complete plans.
Knows the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement. Encourages and rewards continuous improvement and quality outcomes. Equips others to handle day-to-day tasks effectively on their own. Integrates systems to improve quality and service.
Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments. Measures and tracks teams and own performance, and helps the team learn from success, failure, and feedback. Adheres to, and enforces, goals, policies, and procedures.
Builds strong-identity teams that apply their diverse skills and perspectives to achieve common goals. Connects with others on team projects and leverages their strengths and knowledge to deliver the best possible results. Champions the decisions of the team and operates in a way that builds team spirit.
Develops and delivers multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences. Tailors communication content and style to the needs of others. Pays attention to others input and perspectives, asks questions, and summarizes to confirm understanding.
Adapts approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations. Serves as an example of adaptability and provides guidance and support to help others adapt to new situations. Considers the needs of clients, constituents, and the organization; shifts priorities appropriately.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Physical Demands
Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.
Performs sedentary work that involves walking or standing some of the time and involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or sustained keyboard operations.
Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment)
Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken.
Involves routine and frequent exposure to traffic; moving machinery.
SPECIAL INFORMATION
County Core Values
All Broward County employees strive to demonstrate the Countys four core behavioral competencies.
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Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Compliance
Broward County is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to inclusion. Broward County is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. We support the hiring of people with disabilities; therefore, if you require assistance due to a disability, please contact the Professional Standards Section in advance at 954-357-6500 or email Profstandards@broward.org to make an accommodation request.
County-wide Emergency Responsibilities
Note: During emergency conditions, all County employees are automatically considered emergency service workers. County employees are subject to being called to work in the event of a disaster, such as a hurricane, or other emergency situation and are expected to perform emergency service duties, as assigned.
County-wide Employee Responsibilities
All Broward County employees must serve the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity in full accord with the letter and spirit of Broward Countys Employee Code of Ethics, gift, and conflict of interest policies.
All Broward County employees must establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, co-workers, elected and appointed officials and members of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity and expression.
Broward is a dynamic county that offers an exciting, stable career with incredible employee benefits such as 11 annual holidays, accrued annual/vacation and sick leave, FRS retirement, $50,000 of County-paid life insurance, training and development, and participation eligibility in a deferred compensation (457) plan with a match up to $2,000. In addition, Broward County offers 2 health plans, a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with a County-funded Health Savings Account (HSA), and a Consumer Driven Health plan (CDH), Dental insurance, Vision insurance and Section 125 Flexible spending accounts for Medical Expenses and Dependent Care. Employees who are hired into a full-time, or part-time position working 20 hours per week, are considered benefits-eligible. Benefits become effective on the first of the month following 30 days of employment. Additional information about Broward County Benefits.
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Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the application screening and selection process. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Copying and pasting your resume or stating "see resume" does NOT fulfill the requirements of the question. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully and certify that your responses can be verified from information included within your applications?
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What is the highest level of education that you have obtained in Civil Engineering, Public Administration or closely related field?
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Do you have at least six (6) years of progressively responsible experience in professional engineering work in water/wastewater engineering? Please ensure this experience is fully documented in your application work history
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Do you have at least two (2) years of supervisory experience appropriate to the water/wastewater industry? Please ensure this experience is fully documented in your application work history
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Do you possess a valid Professional Engineer License in State of Florida? Selection will be subject to verification
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Which of the following certifications or licenses do you possess? .Select all that apply Selections are subject to verification
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Do you have experience in the following? Select all that apply. Please ensure this experience is fully documented in your application work history
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This position performs field work and inspections, as necessary. In addition, the work requires the ability to carry, lift, push/pull, and slide/transfer objects weighing up to 25 lbs. Are you able to perform these functions with or without a reasonable accommodation?
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This position performs emergency response functions and fulfills Emergency Operations Center (EOC) responsibilities as required. Are you able to meet these obligations?
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Do you possess a valid Class E Florida Drivers License?
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Are you aware that during emergency conditions, all County employees are automatically considered emergency service workers, and that County employees are subject to being called to work in the event of a disaster, such as a hurricane, or other emergency situation and are expected to perform emergency service duties, as assigned?
Required Question
Employer Broward County
Address 115 S. Andrews Ave.
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33301-4800
Phone (954) 831-4000
Website http://www.broward.org/careers