Development Review Engineer

Nassau County is 726 square miles of natural beauty located in the northeast corner of Florida along the Atlantic Ocean and Interstate 95. With 13 miles of pristine beaches, hundreds of miles of rivers, historic downtown Fernandina Beach, and an expanding economy. The combination of rich history, rural charm, natural resources, quality-of-life, and proximity to strategic installations provides Nassau County with unparalleled potential. Part of the Jacksonville Metropolitan Area, Nassau County has a population of 101,501 and a regional population of 1.6 million, the Florida Bureau of Economic and Business Research (BEBR) estimates that Nassau County grew by 4.92% last year ranking as the 4th fastest-growing county, by percent growth, in Florida [2nd among counties with a population of at least 80,000]. BEBR predicts Nassau County will be the sixth fastest-growing county in the State of Florida over the next 10 years with a projected population expansion of 33% resulting in over 121,600 people calling Nassau County home.

To view the position description or submit your application for consideration, visit: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/nassaucountyfl/

Provides complex professional work ensuring proper application of Civil Engineering principles and techniques, for the Development Services Department.

• Provides support to the Development Services Director in the development review process.
• Reviews, evaluates and presents technical analyses of applications submitted for public hearings.
• Advises Development Review technical staff in highly complex technical matters concerning plan review and construction inspections functions.
• Attends Development Review Committee meetings to discuss project coordination, procedures and acceptance.
• Attends public hearings, meetings and pre-construction conferences, etc., concerning projects.
• Provides specific input in association with other staff members to review, develop and update existing rules, regulations, ordinances, specifications and procedures associated with land development and Capital Improvement Projects.
• Reviews technical documents as submitted by engineers and developers for compliance with Nassau County Code of Ordinances, Right-of-Way, Development Review, etc.
• Meets with developers and staff to discuss proposed projects as directed.
• Reviews technical documents as submitted by engineers and developers.
• Prepares status reports as directed. Prepares exhibits to aid in Board decision making.
• Performs and completes special projects as assigned.
• Attends training, continuing education, seminars, etc. to enhance and maintain essential skills.
• Performs a variety of routine administrative duties as required, which may include but are not limited to preparing reports and correspondence, entering computer data, attending and preparing minutes of meetings, answering the phone, etc.
• Interacts and communicates with various groups and individuals such as the Board of County Commissioners, County Attorney, subordinates, County employees, developers, engineers, contractors, consultants, municipal personnel, various other Local, State, Federal agencies, vendors and the general public.
• Operates a vehicle and a variety of equipment which may include a computer, printer, fax machine, copier, calculator, telephone, two-way radio; utilizes an engineering and architectural scale, etc.
• Attends and remains at work regularly and adheres to policies and procedures regarding absenteeism and tardiness.  Provides adequate notice to higher management with respect to vacation time and leave requests.
• Performs related duties as required.

(These essential functions are not a complete statement of all duties required of the job. Employees will be required to perform such other related job duties as may be assigned or required.)

Requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering.  Must possess a State of Florida Certificate as an Engineer in Training or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.   Must possess a valid State Driver’s License.

The range for this position is $65,713.64 – $82,636.97 Annually. The County provides a comprehensive benefits program and participates in the Florida Retirement System (FRS) and has a 3% employee contribution requirement. Voluntary supplemental 457 deferred compensation retirement is also available. For additional benefit information, visit: https://www.nassaucountyfl.com/243/Employee-Benefits.

Nassau County is a Drug Free Workplace & an EEO Employer; Nassau County values the service veterans and their family members have given to our country and that the County supports the hiring of returning service members, military spouses, and their family members as such this position is eligible for Veterans’ Preference in accordance with applicable laws.