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

TWDB•Austin, TX

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) is hiring for engineering roles in its Program Administration - State Programs Department. The position performs moderately complex to highly complex engineering work involving development and implementation of state-funded programs, oversight, and technical review and evaluation of reports and other project and program documents. The work supports effective solutions for important public health initiatives. The employee may provide guidance and training and works under minimal supervision, with considerable latitude to use initiative and independent judgment. The position reports to the Manager of the Program Administration - State Programs Department. The role reviews financial assistance applications and advises applicants on program requirements; assists with state programs and initiatives; evaluates technical information from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency; and gathers and analyzes information to make recommendations on engineering aspects of program implementation. It serves as a technical resource for assessing comparable programs in other states and works with the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality and other agencies to support implementation consistent with state and federal requirements. The position also reviews engineering-related financial assistance documents, identifies deficiencies and options, prepares process documents, coordinates with agency staff and stakeholders, and provides information and assistance. The role requires maintaining current knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, guidelines, policies, and instructions and applying them to projects and programs. It also includes maintaining confidential information and electronic records, keeping required licenses and certifications current, attending mandatory training, and performing other assigned duties. Candidates must meet agency in-office requirements. Eligible locations for external candidates are the Austin, DFW, and Houston offices; current TWDB regional office employees are also eligible for consideration. Travel is required 10% of the time, primarily within Texas. A state or personal vehicle may be required for business purposes. Work shifts may exceed eight hours and may include early mornings, nights, and weekends. The role is offered at several classification levels. Texas P.E.-licensed candidates are considered for the Engineer I, II, or III series; candidates licensed in another U.S. state are considered for the Project Manager II-S, III, or III-S series, with the ability to obtain a Texas P.E. license within six months of hire required for the latter series. Salary ranges are $6,126.00–$6,720.00 per month for Engineer I or Project Manager II-S; $6,721.00–$7,243.95 per month for Engineer II or Project Manager III; and $7,245.00–$7,577.51 per month for Engineer III or Project Manager III-S. Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications. Licensed engineering candidates external to TWDB may be eligible for a $5,000 recruitment bonus if selected.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Engineering or a related field.
For the Engineer classification series: Texas Professional Engineer (P.E.) license. Engineer I requires entry-level engineering work experience; Engineer II requires two years of relevant engineering work experience; Engineer III requires five years of relevant engineering work experience.
For the Project Manager classification series: Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in another U.S. state and ability to obtain a Texas P.E. license within six months of hire. Project Manager II-S requires entry-level engineering work experience; Project Manager III requires three years of relevant engineering work experience; Project Manager III-S requires five years of relevant engineering work experience.
Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws and regulations relevant to the department; public administration principles and practices; and engineering development principles, practices, techniques, procedures, and applicable requirements for water, wastewater, and flood projects.
Ability to read maps and drawings, especially construction plans.
Skills using Microsoft Office programs such as Word, Excel, and Access, as well as internet, email, word-processing, spreadsheet, presentation, and database software.
Ability to comprehend technical material, identify complex problems, and review related information.
Ability to maintain the security or integrity of critical infrastructure within Texas.
Ability to meet agency in-office requirements.
Ability to evaluate options and implement solutions, provide guidance to team members, interpret policies and regulations, and make mature, objective decisions.
Ability to communicate clearly and courteously with stakeholders verbally and in writing, and to work cooperatively in a team environment.
Ability to manage multiple tasks, follow work schedules and procedures, submit accurate timesheets, and complete assignments accurately and on time with little or no supervision.
Ability to adapt to changes in work scope, assignments, and environment and to improve work habits or output.
Ability to stand, sit, and move to retrieve or replace files in a large file system, including boxes weighing up to 30 pounds.
Ability and willingness to travel 10% of the time, primarily within Texas.
Ability to operate a state or personal vehicle for state business and maintain a driver's license and driving record that comply with state and agency requirements.
Ability to work shifts that may exceed eight hours, including early mornings, nights, and weekends.
Ability to train others.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree with major coursework in Civil, Environmental, or Agricultural Engineering.
Experience in project review, engineering review, or engineering-related work.
Experience implementing state-funded programs and initiatives.
Experience in operations, management, planning, or design of water treatment, storage, and distribution systems.
Experience in operations, management, planning, or design of wastewater treatment plants and collection systems.
Experience in operations, management, planning, or design of flood control or stormwater management projects.
Experience with water laws and federal and state programs and permitting.
Experience working in a team setting and reviewing work by individuals who are not P.E.s.
Floodplain Manager Certification.

Responsibilities

Review applications for financial assistance and advise applicants on TWDB requirements for different funding programs.
Assist with development and implementation of state programs and initiatives.
Evaluate technical information from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency for program funding implementation.
Gather and analyze information and make recommendations on technical and engineering aspects of program implementation.
Assess similar programs in other states to inform implementation or enhancement of TWDB programs.
Work with Texas Commission on Environmental Quality technical and engineering staff to implement programs consistently with state and federal regulations and compliance requirements.
Serve as an engineering technical expert on implementation and enhancement of state water, wastewater, and flood project programs throughout Texas.
Prepare work-process documents covering engineering procedures within Program Administration & Reporting Division.
Coordinate with federal and state agencies regarding projects and programs.
Conduct technical reviews and evaluations of engineering-related financial assistance documents.
Identify deficiencies, options, and recommendations to support compliance with TWDB rules and regulations.
Work with Regional Water Project Development Division staff on program delivery.
Provide information and assistance to TWDB staff and external stakeholders.
Stay informed about and correctly apply relevant laws, regulations, guidelines, policies, and instructions.
Maintain confidential and sensitive information and maintain and dispose of electronic files according to agency records-retention procedures and schedules.
Maintain required certifications and licenses, meet continuing-education requirements, and attend mandatory training.
Perform other duties as assigned.