Senior Water Resources Engineer​/Project Manager; Engineer V-VI or Project Manager IVS-V

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Senior Water Resources Engineer/Project Manager (Engineer V-VI or Project Manager IVS-V)

• Full-time
• Compensation: USD 6,377.5 - USD 9,385.96 - monthly

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 . Please visit our job opportunities page at for more information about the Texas Water Development Board and answers to frequently asked questions.

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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://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..asp
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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 office 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:

• Candidates with Texas Professional Engineer (P.E.) License or Professional Engineer (P.E.) in another U.S. State:
  • Engineer V or Project Manager IVS: $6,377.50/month - $9,214.00/month
  • Engineer VI or Project Manager V: $9,215.00/month - $9,385.96/month

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Performs advanced (senior-level) to highly advanced and/or managerial (senior-level) modeling, project management and/or engineering work. Work involves providing a senior leadership role in a successful floodplain modeling program and coordinating flood mapping tasks with existing agency efforts to support regional and state flood planning. Serves as an advisor on engineering-related matters and oversees applicable work conducted by staff. Ensures floodplain model compliance with agency-approved technical standards and procedures and accuracy of models and associated data.

Establishes goals and objectives. Develops guidelines, procedures, policies, rules, and regulations. Develops schedules, priorities, and standards for achieving established goals. Serves as a liaison and conducts presentations concerning floodplain modeling, mapping, and management in the state. Plans, assigns, and oversees the work of others. May train others. Works under limited to minimal supervision, with considerable to extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

Reports to the Manager of the Flood Modeling Department.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Provides a senior leadership role in the Flood Modeling Department.
• Provides senior technical leadership to the statewide floodplain modeling program designed to inform stakeholders of flood risk.
• Supports regional and state flood planning, including the development of relevant technical standards and procedures.
• Manages certain project activities within…