Stormwater Superintendent
Salary
$3,867.08 - $6,452.04 Biweekly
Location
City Hall - 1700 Convention Center Drive, Miami Beach, FL
Job Type
Full-time
Job Number
02771
Department
PUBLIC WORKS STORMWATER
Opening Date
09/22/2026
Closing Date
10/13/2026 5:00 PM Eastern
Nature of Work
The incumbent in this position is responsible for planning and directing the construction, maintenance, and repair of the stormwater system for the City of Miami Beach and reports to the Infrastructure Division Director of the Public Works Department.
Illustrative Examples of Essential Duties
- Plans, organizes, directs, inspects, and evaluates the work of subordinates and private contractors assigned to the construction and maintenance of the storm sewer appurtenances such as catch basins, outfalls, trenches, wells, and underground infrastructure and pump stations
- Plans for long term operational needs, forecasts revenues and develops budget
- Assists in developing plans and procedures to respond to complaints and emergencies; responds to such calls in person as required
- Makes field inspections regularly to provide direction to work crews to insure that ample personnel, tools, and materials are available; insures that work is being properly accomplished and on
- schedule
- Reports to the Infrastructure Division Director concerning project status and progress; prepares and submits written reports as required; reviews progress reports of division activities and employee personnel related documents
- Administers the provisions of the Citys work rules and applicable collective bargaining agreements in personnel matters ; participates in the grievance process
- Plans and recommends the purchase of new equipment; keeps informed of the latest developments in maintenance, repair and construction
- Investigates work-related accidents and submits injury reports; confers with the Citys Risk Manager
- Plans and administers training and safety measures to reduce and control absenteeism and on-the-job injuries
- Performs other related duties as assigned
COMPLEXITY/SCOPE AND EFFECT
- The work consists of varied administrative, operational and supervisory duties
- The diversity of tasks to be performed contributes to the complexity of the position
- The purpose of this position is to maintain the Citys storm drain infrastructure and pump stations
- Success in this position results in well maintained infrastructure that contributes to the safety of residents, visitors, and property in the City of Miami Beach
CONTACTS
- Contacts are typically with other City personnel; elected and appointed officials; vendors; contractors; and members of the general public.
- Contacts are typically to give or exchange information, resolve problems, provide services, motivate and influence
persons, and justify or settle matters.
GUIDELINES
- Guidelines include local, state, and federal laws; City ordinances, rules and policies; national, state, and local codes and ordinances; and department and program policies and procedures. These guidelines require judgment, selection, and interpretation in application. This position develops division guidelines.
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelors Degree in Engineering, Public Administration, Business Administration, or in a course of study related to the occupational field. Experience may substitute on a year for year basis
- Five years experience relevant to the major duties/essential functions of the position; part-time experience will be prorated
- Extensive knowledge of the principles, practices, and equipment used in stormwater system and pump station construction, repair, and maintenance
- Considerable knowledge of civil engineering principles applied to stormwater system operations
- Possession of a valid drivers license issued by the State of Florida for the type of vehicle or equipment operated with an acceptable driving record
For all positions:
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with elected officials, coworkers, the press the general public and members of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds regardless of race, religion, age, sex, disability, political affiliation, gender identity or sexual orientation.
- Ability to serve the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity in full accord with the letter and spirit of all city ethics and conflicts of interest policies. Strong understanding of ethical behavior is required.
- Ability to maintain regular and punctual attendance.
- Performs related work as required.
- Reports to work as directed during an emergency as an essential employee of the City of Miami Beach.
For all technical, professional, supervisory and Managerial positions:
- Ability to develop innovative and creative solutions to issues consistent with the City's strategic plan.
Applicants must detail any related work experience on the application or risk disqualification. It is the applicants responsibility to update their NEOGOV profile with work experience, education, certifications and personal contact information when submitting each application, failure to do so will result in ineligibility. City of Miami Beach employees must reflect their current position and detail their work experience on the application to avoid being disqualified.
Veterans Preference: Veterans Preference is awarded in accordance with Florida State Statute 295.07. If veterans preference is being claimed, it must be indicated on the application form and proper documentation, including all forms DD-214 (either Member 2 or Member 4), as well as the final Department of Defense Disability Letter (dated within one year) must be submitted with the application.
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HB531 | Florida Agency for Health Care Administration
Benefits are available to FULL-TIME employees only. The City of Miami Beach offers a comprehensive benefits package, including 12 vacation, 12 sick days, 15 paid holidays (11 holidays and 4 floating holidays); partially sponsored by the City group medical (including visual) and dental insurance, life insurance. Excellent retirement plan: pre-tax employee contribution added to the Citys contribution; 5 year "cliff vesting."
Voluntary Benefits (fully paid by the employee, but payroll deductible): flexible spending account; 457 Deferred Compensation Plan, and Roth IRA; universal and critical life insurance, disability insurance, long-term care, and lump sum cancer policy. Also, U.S. Legal Services, tuition assistance, pre-tax payroll contributions, continuation of medical and dental coverage up to 18 months upon termination (COBRA).
For a more detailed overview of the benefit package, please visit Benefits section at http://web.miamibeachfl.gov/hr
Employer City of Miami Beach
Address 1700 Convention Center Drive
3rd Floor
Miami Beach, Florida, 33139
Phone 305-673-7524
Website http://www.miamibeachfl.gov