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 at https://tinyurl.com/CAPPS-Login in the CAPPS online application system at https://tinyurl.com/CAPPS-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. Current TWDB regional office employees are eligible for consideration.
*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***
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: https://www.twdb.texas.gov/jobs/index.asp
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The Water Supply Planning Division is seeking a motivated, curious, and result-oriented individual to join the Division and play a key role in Texas's water supply planning process. The position will serve as the Water Supply Planning Division Technical Lead, providing technical leadership in support of the cyclical regional and state water supply planning programs. The position will also be a lead role in developing and implementing the early-stage conveyance and coordination requirements of Senate Bill 7 of the 89th Legislature including establishing, convening, and facilitating advisory technical groups to advance early-stage collaboration among key entities and integrating coordination efforts into the state's well-established water supply planning processes.
The ideal candidate brings experience and engineering knowledge of water supply planning at the local, regional, and state levels, project development, hydrologic modeling; demand forecasting, risk assessment, and engineering cost estimation. The candidate is proficient in data management (including GIS), demonstrates strong judgment, communication, and decision-making skills, and can critically assess the credibility of water supply plans and projects. Experience managing technical contracts and overseeing contractors, along with a strong understanding of Texas water resources, is preferred.
Performs highly advanced and/or managerial (senior-level) engineering, project management, and oversight work. Work involves providing technical support, engineering expertise, and technical advisement regarding water supply planning including developing long-range water demand projections to supporting efforts to promote large scale capacity and conveyance projects. The position represents TWDB externally at assigned meetings and engagements, serves as an information source technical expert for Division team members, agency management and leadership, and external stakeholders including the Texas Legislature. The position may train TWDB staff on related engineering and technical matters. Works under minimal supervision, with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Reports to the Senior Advisor of the Water Supply Planning Division.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- Serves as an advisor and technical expert regarding engineering and technical matters related to the Division including the regional and state water planning program areas.
- Participate in and contribute to the development, writing, review, and communication of the state water plan.
- Establishes, convenes, and facilitates advisory technical groups to promote early-stage collaboration among regional and major water providers and river authorities.
- Identifies opportunities to develop excess water supply capacity and advance conveyance initiatives that benefit the state.
- Coordinates all stakeholders, develops meeting strategies, and materials, facilitates technical discussions, and manages following up actions.
- Implement and integrate the outcomes associated with the conveyance coordination effort into the regional and state water planning processes.
- Assess certain technical aspects of project funding applications related to various financial assistance programs.
- Supports the development, implementation, and enhancement of innovative approaches, tools, and methodologies for the water planning program and State Water Plan, including assessing water supply risk and improving long-term infrastructure planning under uncertainty.
- Produces, reviews, edits, summarizes, and/or comments on Divisional draft products, agency documents, external reports, and a variety of other written technical and non-technical materials.
- Interacts with and supports a variety of stakeholders including regional water planning groups and their technical consultants.
- Identifies technical needs, data gaps, and develops relevant engineering recommendations and guidance to support TWDB's water supply planning program and agency leadership.
- Performs a variety of technical reviews and updates and, as necessary, oversees applicable reviews conducted by other reviewers.
- Performs a variety of reviews of contract documents, correspondence, Board items, informational materials, analyses, and data-intensive and technical materials in support of the Division.
- Produces, advises on, oversees, reviews, and/or project-manages special studies and legislatively mandated reports and other tasks as assigned including work related to updating the state water planning uniform costing model and other division work products.
- Supports the review and development of existing and new planning methodologies including related to population and water demand projections and risk and vulnerability assessments.
- Evaluates program needs and performs research regarding technical matters and develops processes and procedures to support meeting those needs for the Division.
- Coordinate across agency offices on water supply related initiatives including regarding scientific efforts and other matters including related to climate and uncertainty.
- Develops and manages grant, professional, and research contracts including developing scopes of work and budgets, negotiating contracts, and overseeing the contract performance.
- Supports the agency by advising on the development of socioeconomic impact analyses produced on behalf of regional water planning groups.
- Organizes, develops, and runs technical workshops/webinars in support of the regional water planning program.
- Supports technical reviews, program requirements, and coordination related to the agency funding programs.
- Serves as project manager, as needed to monitor internal project schedules, budgets, and deliverables of internal initiatives.
- Assists the Director and Senior Advisor in identifying process improvements and creates tools to support the program.
- Coordinates with various federal and state agencies as appropriate.
- Promotes an environment that encourages collaboration, exchanges of ideas, teamwork, accountability, professional development, and improvement in performance.
- Conducts outreach efforts, including public speaking, presenting to the agency Board or Legislature.
- Stays informed of changes and trends in water supply planning and water resources management, including pertinent laws, regulations, guidelines, policies, and standards and appropriately applies them as needed.
- Maintains confidential and sensitive information.
- Ensures individual and team files (electronic and hard versions) are appropriately maintained and timely disposed of in accordance with the agency's records retention procedures and schedule.
- Maintains required certifications and licenses and meets the continuing education needs and requirements of the position to include, attending mandatory training courses.
- May be required to operate a state or personal vehicle for business purposes.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- May train others.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
- Professional Experience:
- Candidates with Texas Professional Engineer (P.E.) License:
- Engineer VI: Five years of relevant work experience as a licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.).
- Candidates with Professional Engineer (P.E.) License in another U.S. State:
- Project Manager V: Five years of relevant work experience as a licensed Professional Engineer (P.E).
- License:
- Engineer VI - Licensed as a Professional Engineer (P.E.) in Texas.
- Project Manager V - Licensed as a Professional Engineer (P.E.) in another U.S. state AND ability to obtain a Texas P.E. license within six months of hire.
- Relevant education and experience can be substituted for each other on a year-for-year basis.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Graduate degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in civil/environmental engineering, water resources planning, or related field.
- Four years of progressively responsible professional work experience managing projects/programs.
- Experience developing and managing professional services contracts including developing scopes of work, budgets, and negotiating contract amendments.
- Knowledge of water rights, water supplies, water providers, and water resource issues in Texas.
- Experience performing hydrologic modeling and/or surface water or groundwater availability modeling in Texas.
- Experience developing water supply and asset management plans for wholesale and retail water supply utilities.
- Experience in the development and construction of water supply projects, including field experience.
- Experience in Texas' regional water planning process.
- Familiarity with public finance, socioeconomics, and the development of water demand projections.
- Professional Geoscientist License
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSAs)
- Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws and regulations relevant to Water Supply Planning Division.
- Knowledge of the principles and practices of public administration.
- Knowledge of engineering principles, techniques, and procedures.
- Skills in using Microsoft Office programs such as Word, Excel, and Access.
- Skills in use of internet, email, word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, and database software.
- Skills in the use of logic to assess options and make decisions based on a variety of factors and risks.
- Skills in anticipating and engaging with complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
- Skills in comprehending and concisely summarizing technical material.
- Skills with ESRI ArcGIS software and spatial analysis.
- Skills in evaluating, analyzing, and managing large amounts of data.
- Ability to maintain the security or integrity of critical infrastructure within Texas.
- Ability to meet agency in-office requirements.
- Ability to adhere to work schedules, follow procedures with respect to leave and submit accurate timesheets by prescribed deadlines.
- Ability to make mature, objective decisions and identify areas of potential problems.
- Ability to perform effectively and willingly when changes occur in scope and nature of the work and work environment.
- Ability to perform routine and non-routine work assignments accurately and on-time with little or no supervision.
- Ability to perform assigned duties and improve work habits and/or output.
- Ability to complete assigned work, on time, neatly and with infrequent errors.
- Ability to interpret policies, procedures, and regulations.
- Ability to provide prompt, courteous and accurate assistance and clear and concise communication to internal and external stakeholders both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to work and cooperate with others in a team environment.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks.
- Ability to stand/sit/move to perform activities such as retrieve/replace files in a large file system for boxes up to 30 lbs.
- Ability and willingness to travel 25% of the time, primarily within the State of Texas.
- Ability to operate a vehicle (state or personal) for state business and maintain a driver's license and driving record that complies with state and agency requirements.
- Ability to work shifts that may exceed 8 hours, including early mornings, nights, and weekends.
- Ability to use deductive, inductive, and mathematical reasoning.
- Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, verbally and in writing.
REMARKS
- A copy of required academic transcripts and/or licensures and driving record must be submitted at the time of hire. Failure to provide required documentation will result in no further consideration for employment.
- Important Notice: Otherwise qualified candidates who are ultimately considered for potential employment with the Texas Water Development Board may be the subject of a request for any criminal history record information maintained by the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS). Evidence of a criminal conviction or other relevant information obtained from the DPS shall not automatically disqualify an individual from employment with the Texas Water Development Board.
APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED THROUGH WORK IN TEXAS
- Work In Texas (WIT) applicants must complete the supplemental questions to be considered for the posting. To complete the supplemental questions please go to CAPPS Recruit to register or login and access your profile.
REFERENCE CHECKS
- Reference checks will be conducted on top candidate for the position and may include outreach to current and/or former supervisors. Reference checks for top candidates currently employed by the TWDB will include outreach to current supervisors.
CONSENT OF CRIMINAL HISTORY CHECKS
- All interviewed candidates must complete the HR-101 - Consent to Obtain Criminal History Record Information and the GA-48 Consent form to obtain continuous criminal history and review forms once extended an offer to interview. The consent forms will be sent by Human Resources (HR) and retained with HR. Only candidates extended a conditional offer will have their criminal history checked in the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) system. Candidates who refuse to complete both consent forms will no longer be considered for the vacancy with the Texas Water Development Board. If adverse findings are found, candidates will be afforded 10 business days to provide a response prior to a final determination on hiring eligibility.
JOB LOCATION
- Candidate must be able to report to and work from the noted work location and comply with the agency's Return to Office (RTO) requirements.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
- 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.
SELECTIVE SERVICE
- Males born on or after January 1, 1960, will be required to present proof of Selective Service registration on the first day of employment or proof of exemption from Selective Service registration requirement.
FINAL EMPLOYMENT OFFERS
- All offers of employment are contingent upon the candidate having legal authorization to work in the United States. Failure to present such authorization within the time specified by the U.S. Department of Labor will result in the offer being rescinded.
FOREIGN CREDENTIALS
- An evaluation of your coursework must be uploaded if you have obtained a degree(s) from a school outside of the United States; otherwise, you will not receive credit for degree progress and completion.
SPONSORSHIP
- Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship.
STATE OF TEXAS APPLICATION
- Resumes will not be accepted in place of a completed State of Texas application unless indicated.
E-VERIFY
- TWDB participates in E-Verify! Information from each new employee's Form I-9 will be provided to the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to confirm work authorization.
EMPLOYMENT AT-WILL
- Employment with the Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) is on an at-will basis.
AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT
- The TWDB is in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits of employment, please contact the Human Resources Division for assistance at (512) 475-2142. Deaf and hard of hearing applicants may contact our office via Relay Texas at 1-800-735-2989 (TTY/TDD).
HEADQUARTER LOCATION AND CONTACT INFORMATION
Texas Water Development Board
Stephen F. Austin Building
1700 North Congress Avenue
Austin, Texas 78701
[email protected]
Phone: (512) 475-2142
Pay: $9,500.00 - $11,500.00 per month
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Austin, TX 78701
