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***

TEXAS WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD’S MISSION

Leading the state’s efforts in ensuring a secure water future for Texas.

WORKING AT THE TWDB

See why our work makes an impact!

Find out why the TWDB is a great place to work

Make a positive difference for the state of Texas. We encourage you to apply for positions that match your qualifications.

The Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) offers a 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://www.twdb.texas.gov/jobs/benefits.asp

Please visit TWDB Career Page: http://www.twdb.texas.gov/jobs/ for more information.

MILITARY EMPLOYMENT PREFERENCE

Veterans, Reservists or Guardsmen with an MOS or additional duties that fall in the fields of 641X LDO – Administration, 8848 Management, Data Systems Officer, 32EX Civil Engineering, 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_ProgramManagement.pdf

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 the department, including coordinating external activities and training, leading, and assigning or prioritizing the work of the team.
• Develops and applies floodplain models according to agency-approved technical standards and procedures.
• Supports efforts of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Cooperating Technical Partners (CTP) Program.
• Coordinates with federal, state, and local entities to collect NFIP and RiskMAP engineering data in support of floodplain mapping needs.
• Develops, reviews, and implements policies, procedures, and the results of special investigations, audits, and research studies, to improve program operations.
• Writes, reviews, and evaluates scope of work, memos, reports, work processes, and policy documents.
• Serves as a liaison for the TWDB at meetings with federal, state, and local entities or the public throughout Texas to support floodplain modeling and mapping.
• Provides presentations to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Manages contracts related to floodplain modeling and mapping and assists in training and overseeing staff contract managers.
• Ensures the provision of quality customer service from the department to all stakeholders.
• 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 Engineering, Physical/Natural/Environmental Sciences with an emphasis in Hydrologic/Hydraulic/Hydrodynamic Modeling, Surface Water Resources, or a related field.
  
• Professional Experience:
  • Candidates with Texas Professional Engineer (P.E.) License:
    • Engineer Classification Series:
      • Engineer V - Four years of relevant work experience as a licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.).
      • Engineer VI - Five years of relevant work experience as a licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.).
        
  • Candidates with Professional Engineer (P.E.) License in another U.S. State:
    • Project Manager Classification Series:
      • Project Manager IVS - Four years of relevant work experience as a licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.).
      • Project Manager V - Five years of relevant work experience as a licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.).
        
• License/Certification:
  • Engineer Classification Series:
    • Licensed as a Professional Engineer (P.E.) in Texas.
  • Project Manager Classification Series:
    • Licensed as a Professional Engineer (P.E.) in another U.S. State with the willingness AND ability to obtain a Texas P.E. license within 6 months of hire.
      
• Previous relevant experience developing, applying, or running hydrologic/hydraulic models using HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, or similar models.
• Three years progressively responsible professional work experience managing projects and/or staff (including multi-disciplinary teams).

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduate degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Engineering, Physical/ Natural/Environmental Sciences with an emphasis in Hydrologic/Hydraulic/Hydrodynamic Modeling, Surface Water Resources, or a related field.
• Experience with a wide range of hydrologic methods and models for a variety of watershed sizes.
• Experience developing unsteady, two-dimensional, or other complex hydraulic models.
• Experience in developing automation techniques for hydraulic models.
• Experience with Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) flood hazard mapping and Base Level Engineering techniques.
• Experience developing flood modeling policies and guidelines for communities or regional/state/federal agencies.
• Experience conducting flood risk assessments including flood damage estimations and benefit cost analysis.
• Experience in flood analytics including data analysis, data visualization and communication.
• Experience with developing flood mitigation planning, modeling, and design solutions.
• Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM).
• Experience in Project Management, mentoring, and/or training.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSA's)

• Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws and regulations relevant to floodplain management and the Flood Modeling Department.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of public administration.
• Knowledge of ArcGIS 10 (or later) software product suite with familiarity of Spatial and 3D Analyst extensions and exposure to geodatabase use and design.
• 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 reading and interpreting engineering documents, surveys, topographic information, and aerial photography.
• Skills in manipulation of data sets for hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, including topographic (e.g. LiDAR, DEM), soils, landcover, and other data sets. Skill in working with very large data sets.
• Skills in scientific data management, analysis, and interpretation, particularly of hydrologic data.
• Skills in using numerical/visualization tools, e.g., Matlab, Surfer, Octave, Scipy/Numpy, Matplotlib, Tecplot, Gnuplot, HEC-DSS, etc.
• Skills in using programming language such as Fortran, C, etc. and/or scripting languages such as Perl, Python, bash, etc.
• Skills in writing technical memos, reports, work process, and policy documents.
• Skills in project management and grant/contract administration, including developing scopes-of-work.
• Skills in communicating with elected, local, state, and federal officials, stakeholders, and the media.
• Ability to maintain the security or integrity of critical infrastructure within Texas.
• Ability to meet agency in-office requirements.
• 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 all 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 10% 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.

REMARKS

• 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.

APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED THROUGH WORK IN TEXAS

• 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.

REFERENCE CHECKS

• Reference checks will be conducted on top candidate for the position and may include outreach to current and/or former supervisors. Reference checks for top candidates currently employed by the TWDB will include outreach to current supervisors.

CONSENT OF CRIMINAL HISTORY CHECKS

• All interviewed external and internal candidates must complete the HR-101 - Consent to obtain criminal history record information and the GA-48 Consent form to obtain continuous criminal history and review forms once extended an offer to interview. The consent forms will be sent by Human Resources (HR) and retained with HR. Only candidates extended a conditional offer will have their criminal history checked by the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) system. Candidates who refuse to complete both consent forms will no longer be considered for the vacancy with the Texas Water Development Board. If adverse findings are found, candidates will be afforded 10 business days to provide a response prior to a final determination on hiring eligibility.

JOB LOCATION

• Candidate must be able to report to and work from the noted work location and comply with the agency’s Return to Office (RTO) requirements.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

• 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.

SELECTIVE SERVICE

• 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.

FINAL EMPLOYMENT OFFERS

• 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.

FOREIGN CREDENTIALS

• 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.

SPONSORSHIP

• Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship.

STATE OF TEXAS APPLICATION

• Resumes will not be accepted in place of a completed State of Texas application unless indicated.

E-VERIFY

• 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 AT-WILL

• Employment with the Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) is on an at- will basis.

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT

• 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).

HEADQUARTER LOCATION AND CONTACT INFORMATION

Texas Water Development Board
Stephen F. Austin Building
1700 North Congress Avenue
Austin, Texas 78701
hr@twdb.texas.gov
Phone: (512) 475-2142