Regulatory Support Student (9041)

About the role

Help protect one of Florida’s most vital resources — water — with a career at the Southwest Florida Water Management District (District). The District is a government agency whose mission is to protect water resources, minimize flood risks, and ensure the public’s water needs are met. We serve a population of nearly 6 million people in west-central Florida as directed by state law.

Responsibilities

• Provides mission-critical paraprofessional support for the business processes of the Regulation Division in permitting, post-permitting and compliance enforcement within statutorily mandated and District-established timeframes.
• Processes of permit-related information.
• Processes documents using a variety of computer applications.
• Data management.
• Document imaging and ensuring documents are electronic records compliant.

Requirements

High School Diploma (or equivalent)

Be at least part-time current enrollment an accredited college, university, or other recognized educational or vocational program

Maintain a minimum GPA of 2.5 for undergraduate students or minimum GPA of 3.0 for graduate students

Provide a copy of Official school transcript within 30 days of employment

Valid driver’s license

Qualifications

Organized, strong written and verbal communication skills, takes initiative, and basic proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Preferred Degrees: Business

Preferred Degree Level: Undergraduate

Skills

N/A

Benefits

Training and Development

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Program

Pay

$14.00 per hour

Schedule

Typically scheduled to work no more than 25 hours per week out of the Brooksville, Tampa or Sarasota office.

Application Process

The District will determine eligibility for employment solely from the information provided on a District employment application. All applicants are required to complete, in full, the District employment application. Incomplete applications will not be considered. A resume will not be considered as a substitute for the required District application for the purpose of qualification. Applicants who are within 30 days of graduation, if selected are not allowed to start until all minimum qualifications are met.

Additional Details

This position is typically scheduled to work no more than 25 hours per week out of the Brooksville, Tampa or Sarasota office.

Student Internship positions are not eligible for insured medical benefits.

Travel Required Yes. Some travel, using District vehicle, within District's coverage area.

Accepting applications until July 28, 2026, at 4:00 PM

About Us

The District is responsible for managing the water resources for west central Florida which includes approximately 10,000 square miles of territory spanning 16 counties and serving more than 6 million residents. Established in 1961 as a flood-protection agency, our objective is to meet the needs of current and future water users, protect and preserve our water resources, manage the water supply, protect water quality, and preserve water-related functions.

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Start and grow your career with the District!

The District prides itself on providing a positive work environment that engages and supports our employees through flexible and remote work schedules. We provide and support learning and development for staff at all levels including conferences, association memberships, and formal education. Let us know if you have previous public sector experience that may allow for additional perks!

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Equal Employment Opportunity/Veterans Preference/Drug-Free Workplace/Tobacco Free Campuses

All applicants shall receive equal consideration and treatment in employment without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, sex, marital status, familial status, or medical condition. All recruitment, hiring, placements, transfers and promotions will be on the basis of individual skills, knowledge and abilities, and the feasibility of any necessary job accommodation(s).

The District does not discriminate on the basis of disability in regard to job application procedures, hiring, and other terms and conditions of employment. It is further the policy of the District to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in all aspects of the employment process.