TWDB - 26-109: Application Reviewer (Engineering Specialist II-III

• Full-time
• Compensation: USD 4263.16 - USD 6779.25 - monthly

The mission of the Texas Water Development Board(TWDB) isto 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.

Texas Water Development Board’s Mission
- Leading the state’s efforts in ensuring a secure water future for Texas.

The Texas Water Development Board 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!

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.

As a member of the Applications and Closing Department in the Regional Water Project Development (RWPD) Division of the Office of Water Supply and Infrastructure (WSI) at the Texas Water Development Board (TWDB), you will play an essential role in advancing the agency's mission of providing financial assistance for the conservation and responsible development of water for Texas.

Performs moderately complex (journey-level) to complex (journey-level) engineering application review work. Work involves technical analysis and evaluation of engineering and other project information included in financial assistance applications submitted to the TWDB for consideration for funding. Proposes project schedules, budgets, contracts, and other required project and program documents for water, wastewater, stormwater, and other eligible infrastructure projects funded by TWDB. Ensures TWDB-funded projects comply with Board rules and design criteria, and engineering and construction related program requirements.

Makes recommendations on eligibility for funding and project approval. May train others. Works under general supervision, with limited to moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Reports to the Manager of the Applications Department
- Project Assessment.

• Reviews applications for financial assistance and advises applicants on TWDB requirements according to the different funding programs.
• Assists in developing relevant engineering information needed for Board consideration of the funding request and makes recommendations on the feasibility of the proposed project/application.
• Coordinates with various federal and state agencies regarding projects and programs.
• Performs technical review and evaluation of engineering related financial assistance documents based upon established guidelines providing relevant deficiencies, options, and recommendations to ensure compliance with TWDB rules and regulations.
• Reviews project schedules, budgets, invoice costs and/or released costs to identify potential issues or delays.
• Assists project owners and their consultants with navigating the application and closing process.
• Manages various aspects of projects, recommends course of action to reduce delays, and documents project files on significant actions.
• Provides information and assistance to appropriate TWDB staff and clients.
• Maintains current information in TWDB's project database.
• Remains informed of changes to pertinent laws, regulations, guidelines, policies, and instructions and correctly applies them to assigned projects.
• Identifies and participates in all job-related trainings.
• 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.

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor's degree in engineering or a or a closely related scientific field;candidates currently finalizing an applicable degree will be considered if degree completion is expected by August 30, 2026. The degree must be conferred prior to…