TWDB - 26-97: Municipal Water Conservation Specialist/Water Loss Specialist (Program Specialist III)
Job Description
**Must meet agency in-office requirements**
***Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications***
TEXAS WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD’S MISSION
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 SEI15 Enterprise Policy, Planning, Budget, and Management, 0203 Ground Intelligence Officer, 8U000 Unit Deployment Manager, 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 complex (journey-level) consultative services and technical assistance work. Work involves assisting utilities across the state with their water loss audits, water loss audit validations, or water conservation plans and annual reports and providing training on completing and submitting audits, plans, and annual reports. Reviews and analyzes the water loss audits or water conservation plans and annual reports for data errors and statutory and loans applications requirements. Provides technical assistance to all stakeholders and supports activities of the Municipal Water Conservation Department. May train others. Works under general supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Reports to the Municipal Water Conservation Department Manager.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- Serves as primary support staff members for water loss or water conservation plans and annual reports.
- Reviews municipal water conservation plans and annual reports for utilities.
- Conducts water loss audit reviews and validations for utilities.
- Analyzes water loss audits or water conservation plans and annual reports for data errors and fixes them.
- Reaches out and meets with utilities to discuss their water loss audits and validations or water conservation plans and annual reports
- Provides technical assistance and training to water utilities on how to complete and submit a water loss audit or water conservation plan and annual report.
- Follows process documents for water loss validation and completes and saves proper documentation.
- Prepares summary reports for water loss audit validations.
- Tracks and reports lessons learned for water loss validations conducted over the year.
- Uses Microsoft Bookings and Planner to manage and track water loss validations.
- Uses Microsoft Teams to conduct water loss validation meetings.
- Filters excel sheets to obtain water loss audit submittals.
- Completes summaries of water conservation plans for TWDB loan applications.
- Calculates water loss thresholds and completes water loss documentation for TWDB loan applications.
- Maintains and updates process documents relating to conducting validation of water loss audits and reviews of water loss thresholds, waiver requests, water conservation plans and annual reports.
- Proficient with the online application used by utilities to submit audits, plans, and reports.
- Recommend improvements to the online application based on user and stakeholder input.
- Completes user authorized testing for application enhancements and new year setup.
- Maintains inventory of leak detection equipment including tracking units loaned to water utilities.
- 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 require 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 Water Resources, Environmental Science, Natural Resources/Sciences, Engineering, Planning, or a related field.
- Three years of relevant work experience in water loss, water utility operations and processes, water conservation, conservation reporting or other areas related to the job duties.
Relevant education and experience can be substituted for each other on a year-for-year basis.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Graduate degree from an accredited college or university in Water Resources, Environmental Sciences, Natural Resources/Sciences, Engineering, Planning, or a related field.
- Experience with water loss and related terminology, calculations, and industry standards.
- Experience in best management practices related to water conservation and water loss.
- Experience in water loss audits, water loss validation and related reporting requirements in in Texas and other states.
- Experience in water utility operations and processes, and conservation reporting.
- Experience in preparing, writing, and editing reports.
- Experience in data analysis and reporting, both verbally and in writing.
- Experience in public speaking, customer service, and stakeholder interaction.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSAs)
- Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws and regulations relevant to the Municipal Water Conservation Department.
- Knowledge of the principles and practices of public administration.
- 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 identifying measures or indicators of program performance.
- 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 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 in 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
[email protected]
Phone: (512) 475-2142