TWDB 27-14 Engineer I-III/Project Manager IIS-IIIS

Texas Water Development Board (TWDB)

Location: Austin, United States

The mission of the Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) is to lead the state's efforts in ensuring a secure water future for Texas. Our mission is a vital part of Texas' overall vision and the state's mission and goals that relate to maintaining the viability of the state's natural resources, health, and economic development. The TWDB's main responsibilities are threefold: collecting and disseminating water-related data; assisting with regional water supply and flood planning that contributes to preparing the state water plan and state flood plan; and administering cost-effective financial programs for constructing water supply, wastewater treatment, flood control, and agricultural water conservation projects. Only applicants who apply with a State of Texas application via the CAPPS online application system will be considered for this position. First time applicants will need to create an account in the CAPPS online application system at https://tinyurl.com/CAPPS-Explore-Jobs. Please visit our job opportunities page at https://tinyurl.com/How-to-Apply-in-CAPPS for more information about the Texas Water Development Board and answers to frequently asked questions. To view this position in greater detail, visit the CAPPS online application system.   Texas Water Development Board’s Mission - Leading the state’s efforts in ensuring a secure water future for Texas.     The Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) offers competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), flexible spending, and flexible work alternatives so you can have a work/life balance! For more information about these benefits and more visit http://www.twdb.texas.gov/jobs/benefits.asp.   The Texas Water Development Board does not discriminate on basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, sexual orientation, age, or disability in employment or provision of services, programs, or activities.    Current TWDB regional offices employees are eligible for consideration. Eligible position locations for non-TWDB candidates are Austin, DFW, and Houston Offices. *Licensed Engineering candidates external to TWDB will be eligible to receive a $5,000 recruitment bonus if selected* **Must meet agency in-office requirements** ***Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications*** Salary Ranges: Engineer I or Project Manager II-S: $6,126.00/month to $6,720.00/month*** Engineer II or Project Manager III: $6,721.00/month to $7,243.95/month*** Engineer III or Project Manager III-S: $7,245.00/month to $7,577.51/month*** GENERAL DESCRIPTION Performs moderately complex (journey-level) to highly complex (senior-level) engineering work. Work involves the development and implementation of all State funded programs, oversight, technical review and evaluation of reports, and other project and program documents. Ensure the new programs and opportunities provide effective solutions to address important public health initiatives. Staff in this position may provide guidance and training to others. Works under minimal supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Reports to the Manager of the Program Administration - State Programs Department. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Reviews applications for financial assistance and advise applicants on the TWDB requirements according to the different funding programs. Assists in the development and implementation of the State programs and initiatives.   Evaluates technical information from the U.S Environmental Protection Agency to implement the program funding.   Gathers, analyzes, develops, and makes recommendations on technical/engineering aspects of program implementation.   Serves as a technical/engineering resource for assessing similar programs in other states to implement or enhance the TWDB programs.   Works closely with the technical/engineering staff at the Texas Commission of Environmental Quality to implement the program in a manner consistent with all state and federal regulations and compliance requirements.   Serves as an engineering technical expert for all aspects of enhancing and implementing, the state program's water, wastewater, and flood projects throughout Texas.   Prepares work process documents covering procedures applicable to the engineering functions within Program Administration & Reporting Division.   Coordinates with various federal and state agencies regarding projects and programs.   Conducts technical reviews and evaluations of engineering related financial assistance documents. Determines relevant deficiencies, options, and recommendations to ensure compliance with the TWDB rules and regulations. Works closely with the Regional Water Project Development Division staff in all aspects of program delivery.   Provides information and assistance to TWDB staff and external stakeholders.   Stays informed of changes to pertinent laws, regulations, guidelines, policies, and instructions; and correctly applies them to the programs.   Maintains up-to-date knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, guidelines, policies, instructions, and accurately applies them to projects. Maintains confidential and sensitive information.   Ensures individual, department, and division files (electronically) are appropriately maintained and disposed of in accordance with the agency's records retention procedures and schedule.   May be required to operate a state or personal vehicle for business purposes.   Maintains required certifications and licenses and meets the continuing education needs and requirements of the position to include, attending mandatory training courses. Performs other duties as assigned.   MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field.   Professional Experience:Candidates with a Texas Professional Engineer (P.E.) License:Engineer Classification Series:Engineer I - Entry level engineering work experience. Engineer II - Two years of relevant engineering work experience. Engineer III - Five years of relevant engineering work experience.   Candidates with Professional Engineer (P.E.) License in another U.S. State:Project Manager Classification Series:Project Manager II-S - Entry level engineering work experience. Project Manger III - Three years of relevant engineering work experience. Project Manager III-S - Five years of relevant engineering work experience.   License/Certification:Engineering Classification Series: Licensed as a Professional Engineer (P.E.) in the state of Texas. Project Manager Classification Series: Licensed as a Professional Engineer (P.E.) in another U.S. State AND the ability to obtain a Texas P.E. license within six months of hire. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in Civil, Environmental, or Agricultural Engineering.   Experience in project review, engineering review, or engineering related work.   Experience in implementing state-funded programs and initiatives.   Experience in operations, management, planning and/or design of water treatment, storage, and distribution systems.   Experience in operations, management, planning and/or design of wastewater treatment plants and collection systems.   Experience in operations, management, planning and/or design of flood control or stormwater management projects.   Experience with water laws and federal and state programs and permitting.   Experience in working in a team setting and reviewing other non-P.E.'s work. Floodplain Manager Certification.  KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSAs) Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws and regulations relevant to the Program Administration - State Programs Departm

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