TWDB 26-124: Water Resources Engineer (Engineer II

Please paste the following URL into a browser to view the entire job posting on the CAPPS Careers page.https://erphcmprd.cpa.texas.gov/psp/candidateportal/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS\_HRAM\_FL.HRS\_CG\_SEARCH\_FL.GBL?Page=HRS\_APP\_JBPST\_FLandAction=UandFOCUS=ApplicantandSiteId=1andJobOpeningId=102949andPostingSeq=1Job DescriptionCurrent TWDB regional office employees are eligible for considerationLicensed Engineering candidates external to TWDB will be eligible to receive a $5,000 recruitment bonus if selectedMust meet agency in-office requirementsSalary commensurate with experience and qualificationsSalary Ranges:Candidates with Texas Professional Engineer (P.E.) License or Professional Engineer (P.E.) in another U.S. StateEngineer II or Project Manager III: $7,450.00/month - $7,600.00/monthEngineer III or Project Manager III-S: $7,601.00/month - $8,000.00/monthEngineer IV or Project Manager IV: $8,001.00/month - $8,400.00/monthEngineer V or Project Manager IV-S: $8,401.00/month - $8,610.00/month Candidates certified as an Engineer in Training (E.I.T) by the State of TexasProject Manager II: $6,100.00/month - $6,400.00/monthProject Manager III: $6,401.00/month - $7,000.00/monthProject Manager IV: $7,001.00/month - $7,501.00/month***TEXAS WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD'S MISSIONLeading the state's efforts in ensuring a secure water future for Texas.WORKING AT THE TWDBSee 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 PREFERENCEVeterans, Reservists or Guardsmen with an MOS or additional duties that fall in the fields of EA Engineering Aide, 32EX Civil Engineering, 62EX Developmental Engineer, 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\_EngineeringandDesign.pdfGENERAL DESCRIPTIONThe Flood Protection Planning Grant department in the Flood Planning division of the Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) is seeking highly motivated individuals to join the team who will have the opportunity to work with flood risk reduction efforts throughout Texas. This position will manage complex Flood Infrastructure Fund (FIF) Category 1 (CAT 1), Flood Management Evaluations (FME), and similar flood planning projects. The ideal candidate has knowledge of and experience with hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, mapping, planning, design and construction of flood risk reduction projects. This person is experienced, and skilled in ensuring the grants are utilized appropriately to facilitate identification of flood risk and planning for appropriate flood risk reduction projects and that the work done by contractors meets requirements and the purpose of the funding program. Additionally, the ideal candidate should have experience with developing and managing contracts and contractors.Performs moderately complex (journey-level) to advanced and/or managerial (senior-level) Engineering or Project Management work. Work involves technical analysis and engineering evaluation of watershed studies reports, managing grant contracts, schedules, budgets, change orders, and other required project and program documents for flood control planning projects funded by the TWDB. Serves as an advisor on engineering related matters and oversee reviews condu ted by engineering reviewers on the team. Ensures that TWDB financial assistance projects comply with Board rules and makes recommendations on eligibility for funding and project approval. Ensures that projects comply with engineering related program requirements. Represents TWDB at assigned meetings and engagements. Serves as an information source for team members and other staff and provides training for TWDB staff and applicants on TWDB engineering processes. Works under general to minimal supervision, with limited to considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Reports to the Manager of the Flood Protection Planning Grant Department.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONSReviews applications for financial assistance and advises applicants on TWDB requirements according to the funding program.Serves as an advisor on engineering related matters and, as necessary, and oversees applicable reviews conducted by other Project Reviewers.Develops and manages grant and professional services contracts including assisting in developing scopes of work, budgets, and negotiating contract amendments.Develops relevant engineering information needed for Board consideration of funding requests and makes final recommendations on the feasibility of the proposed project/application.Coordinates with various federal and state agencies regarding projects and programs.Performs technical review and evaluation of engineering related documents; determines relevant deficiencies, options and recommendations to ensure compliance with TWDB rules and regulations.Monitors project schedules, budgets, and invoice costs and/or released costs to identify potential issues or delays.Serves as project manager, monitoring project schedules, budgets, and requirements, and reviewing eligibility and approving payment requests.Conducts on site observations to monitor the progress of the construction of TWDB-funded projects for compliance with TWDB rules and specifications.Assists owners with probl