TWDB - FIF Program Coordinator; Program Specialist III-IV

• Full-time
• Compensation: USD 4,020.34 - USD 5,750 - 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

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.

Must meet agency in-office requirements

Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications

A resume is required for consideration - applicants MUST attach a resume to their electronic application submission. The resume must detail the applicant's qualifications and why they are the best candidate for the position.

Salary Ranges:

• Program Specialist III: $4,020.34/monthly - $5,100.00/monthly
• Program Specialist IV: $5,200.00/monthly - $5,750.00/monthly

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Performs complex (journey-level) to complex (senior-level) consultative services and technical assistance work on the Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) Financial Assistance programs. Work involves planning, developing, and implementing guidelines, both within TWDB and externally, to ensure compliance with the TWDB's programs. Responsible for establishing goals and objectives; developing guidelines, forms, procedures, policies, rules and regulations; developing schedules and setting priorities; and coordination with cross-divisional and/or cross-agency teams to maintain standards for achieving established goals.

Represents TWDB and its programs to citizen groups and governmental agencies. Leads and serves as a point of contact for the Flood Infrastructure Fund (FIF) Program. Oversees and/or participates in special projects/ programs as assigned by the Manager, Division Director, Assistant Deputy Executive Administrator, or Deputy Executive Administrator. May train others. Works under limited supervision, with moderate to considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

Reports to the Manager of the Program Administration - State Programs Department.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Serves as the Water Supply & Infrastructure subject matter expert for FIF funding program in order to provide services to all stakeholders on program administration, state and federal laws, legislation, rules, regulations and guidelines pertaining to the administration of our financial assistance programs.
• Responsible for providing consultative and technical assistance on state and federal statute, rules, regulations, guidelines, and program administration pertaining to the state funded flood programs to all stakeholders specializing in outreach and education to our outside entities seeking financial assistance from these programs.
• Oversees the invitation process for the FIF program.
• Oversees the allocation of funding for the FIF program.
• Assists with flood project…