TCEQ - Natural Resources Specialist II(00056940)
TEXAS COMMISSION ON ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
Texas-Austin
Headquarters (582-HQAUS)12100 Park 35 CircleAustin78753
Life, Physical, and Social Science
Regular
Full-timeStandard Hours Per Week40.00State Job Code2683Salary Admin PlanBGrade18
4,454.00-4,454.00(Monthly)
1
Non-exempt
Apr 1, 2026, 5:00:00 AM
Apr 16, 2026, 4:59:00 AM
Are you a Natural Resources Specialist, ready for a unique opportunity to grow with an environmental state agency?
Join TCEQ! We bring passion and drive to carry out our mission of protecting our state’s public health and natural resources.
YOUR FUTURE TEAM
As part of TCEQ’s Office of Water, you would contribute to ensuring clean and available water and protecting Texas’ water resources. See details about what we do
This position is a member of our Water Quality Planning Division.
HERE’S WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING
Conduct watershed assessment, planning projects and related functions in support of the Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) Program for the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ).
Perform project management functions, oversees program projects and their associated contracts. Assist in reviewing and approving documents to ensure completion of projects and contracts. Develop work plans for projects, track project schedules and budgets, and review project deliverables.
Complete project tasks including, reviewing the acquisition, manipulation, and assessment of water quality, biological, hydrologic and watershed information. Generate reports containing maps, tables, and graphics.
Assist with stakeholder participation initiatives. Conduct public presentations, identify and interact with local stakeholders and the regulated community, coordinate technical support, and prepare supporting materials.
KEY QUALIFICATIONS
Experience managing projects and multiple priorities.
Experience in the acquisition, analysis, and/or interpretation of watershed data.
Experience developing and/or maintaining databases, and generating reports from databases.
REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, with a major in a natural or physical science, engineering, environmental studies, or related field.
One year of full-time experience in the field of environmental activities may be substituted for each year (30 semester hours) of the required education.
Employees in this classification series may research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure, including but not limited to a communication infrastructure system, cybersecurity system, electric grid, hazardous waste treatment system, or water treatment facility. See Tex. Business & Commerce Code Section 117.001(2). Accordingly, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure is a requirement to be hired for and to continue to be employed with TCEQ.
TRANSCRIPT/ COLLEGE HOURS or COURSE WORK
See instructions on how to attach documents. A copy of your official college transcript or evaluation of foreign credentials in CAPPS is required if needed to meet the qualifications listed above.
Work Schedule
Standard business hours are M-F, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Individual and work group schedule determined by the TCEQ Water Quality Planning Division.
BENEFITS
Optional 401(k) and 457 plans
Insurance: Health, Vision, Dental, and optional FSA
Paid day(s) off from work on national holidays and holidays that the state observes
Professional development opportunities
Longevity pay based on your number of years working for the state
Wellness Program and Activities
Onsite Nurse Practitioner in HQ
Work-Life Balance
CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT
TCEQ will conduct a criminal history records search, driving history (if required for the job) on candidates offered employment.
In compliance with ADA, if you need any special accommodations during the employment process, please contact HRSS for assistance at (512) 239-0102.
MILITARY OCCUPATIONAL SPECIALTY (MOS) CODES
Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes can be found at: https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions/. Please click the hyperlink under ‘Occupational Category’ for the respective Class Title.
Texas Commission on Environmental Quality is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality is the environmental agency for the state. We have approximately 2,800 employees, located in our central office in Austin and 16 regional offices around Texas.
The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality strives to protect our state's human and natural resources consistent with sustainable economic development. Our goal is clean air, clean water, and the safe management of waste.
To accomplish our mission, we will:
base decisions on the law, common sense, good science, and fiscal responsibility;
ensure that regulations are necessary, effective, and current;
apply regulations clearly and consistently;
ensure consistent, just, and timely enforcement when environmental laws are violated;
ensure meaningful public participation in the decision-making process;
promote and foster voluntary compliance with environmental laws and provide flexibility in achieving environmental goals; and
hire, develop, and retain a high-quality, diverse workforce.
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https://www.tceq.texas.gov/jobs
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EEO Commitment: The TCEQ is an equal opportunity employer. The agency does not allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation or veteran status.
