What are the responsibilities and job description for the TWDB - 25-51: Sr. State Flood Planner (Planner V) position at Texas Water Development Board?
- Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications***
Leading the state’s efforts in ensuring a secure water future for Texas.
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MILITARY EMPLOYMENT PREFERENCE
Veterans, Reservists or Guardsmen with an MOS or additional duties that fall in the fields of 15P Aviation Operations Specialist; IS Intelligence Specialist; 16GX Air Force Operations Staff Officer , or other related fields pertaining to the minimum experience requirements may meet the minimum qualifications for this position and are highly encouraged to apply.
Additional Military Crosswalk information can be accessed at https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_PlanningResearchandStatistics.pdf
Job Description Summary
We are looking for a highly motivated and talented individual to join our team to support the development and delivery of Texas’s first and subsequent state flood plans.
Performs highly advanced (senior-level) planning and research work. Work involves state flood plan project management, quality control and writing. Assists the director with development and oversight of flood management evaluation, flood mitigation projects, and flood management strategy rankings for the state flood plan. Reviews, procure services, and manages contracts to support state flood planning and regional flood planning process as needed. Works closely with other flood planning division teams and coordinates across the agency as needed to develop the state flood plan. Develops flood planning administrative rules, technical guidance, and contract materials for plan development. Provides technical and administrative assistance to regional flood planning groups. Assists groups in understanding and navigating the state flood planning framework, rules, and guidance. Reviews the draft flood plans, informs, and educates stakeholders Conducts educational presentations. May train others. Works under minimal supervision, with, extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Reports to the Director of the Flood Planning Division.
Essential Job Functions
- Performs state flood plan project management, quality control and writing including developing detailed task schedules, developing and enforcing templates, tracking and reporting on overall as well as individual task progress and document development.
- Compiles and checking documents and related content, track and ensures timely document/plan reviews across agency, and coordinates with agency communications office.
- Assists the assistant director and oversees the ranking process for flood management evaluation, flood mitigation project, and flood management strategies for state flood planning.
- Performs procurement of services and manages contracts to support state and regional flood planning efforts.
- Manages research and planning contracts for regional flood planning and related studies to assure products meet the intent of the scope of work, rules, and statutory requirements.
- Reviews team’s work outputs and provides oversight of quality control reviews of state flood plan; communications, and information dissemination.
- Compiles, reviews, analyzes, and evaluates flood planning data.
- Prepares reports and responds to inquiries.
- Recommends appropriate action to resolve problems.
- Serves as project manager.
- Monitors project schedules, budgets, and requirements.
- Reviews eligibility and approving payment requests.
- Performs other routine contract management duties such as reviewing and approving payment requests and ensuring timely processing of contract amendments, budget memorandums, or subcontracts.
- Assist with the development of internal policy and program development materials as needed.
- Assists in compiling, writing, and otherwise developing TWDB and policy items as well as the state flood plan and other program materials.
- Prepares and evaluates information and reports and makes presentations.
- Participates in technical, policy, and interagency planning meetings.
- Reviews and evaluates planning deliverables for contractual, rule, and statutory compliance and approval.
- Assists in providing quality control review of flood project prioritization information.
- May serve as the liaison (non-voting member) and provides direct technical and administrative assistance to multiple regional flood planning groups to facilitate the timely completion of their regional flood plans and studies, if 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.
Minimum Qualifications
- Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor's degree in City or Regional Planning, Engineering, Hydrology, Geology, Economics, Geography, Business or Public Administration, or a related field.
- Five years of experience in planning-related work, engineering, hydrology, geology, or public administration.
- Relevant education and experience can be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
- Graduate degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in City or Regional Planning, Engineering, Hydrology, Geology, Geography or Public Administration, or related areas.
- Three years of professional experience in flood-related planning, mitigation, response or recovery, land-use planning, flood modeling and mapping, or closely related planning work.
- Proficient working with large datasets using Excel and GIS.
- Licensed as a Professional Engineer by the State of Texas.
- Floodplain Manager Certification from the Texas Floodplain Managers Association.
- Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws and regulations relevant to the Flood Planning Division.
- Knowledge of the principles and practices of public administration.
- Knowledge of hydrology, hydraulics, engineering, and planning principles relevant to Texas.
- Knowledge of Texas water laws and institutions and the process for regional and state flood planning.
- 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 writing and preparing reports and presentations.
- Ability to work in self-directed, proactive environment.
- Ability to confidently speak in public settings, including with media present.
- Ability to evaluate planning material.
- Ability to analyze and evaluate data.
- Ability to complete multi-disciplinary planning projects involving diverse groups and stakeholders.
- 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 train others.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship.
- Resumes will not be accepted in place of a completed State of Texas application unless indicated.
- 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 with the Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) is on an at- will basis.
- 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).
Texas Water Development Board
Stephen F. Austin Building
1700 North Congress Avenue
Austin, Texas 78701
hr@twdb.texas.gov
Phone: (512) 475-2142
