Job Description
Updated Job Requisition Salary Range as of July 1, 2023
Minimum: $4,416.67/month – Maximum: $5,250.00/month***
***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 and its citizens.
WORKING AT THE TWDB
See why our work makes an impact and why the TWDB is a great place to work!
The Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) endorses telecommuting and hybrid workplace plans, in addition to other flexible work alternatives. We offer competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), flexible spending, and flexible work hours 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.
VETERAN’S PREFERENCE
Veterans, Reservists or Guardsmen are highly encouraged to apply. This position does not have military equivalent occupational specialty codes.
Additional Military Crosswalk information can be accessed at: https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_PropertyManagementandProcurement.pdf.
JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY
Performs routine to complex (journey-level) grant development and coordination, technical assistance, and administration work to plan, administer, implement, and closeout federal and state-funded grants within Texas. Work involves marketing, developing, implementing, and closeout of FEMA’s Flood Mitigation Assistance and state flood grant programs, both programmatically and financially. Provides technical assistance to political subdivisions, other agencies, and the public to ensure effective implementation of grant programs. Assists in preparing, coordinating, reviewing, and evaluating the applications to be included in the state’s annual Flood Mitigation Assistance grant application to FEMA. Assists in reviewing, evaluating, and implementing state flood grants. May serve as a contract manager of the flood grants. Maintains information required to perform grant program responsibilities and assists in the coordination of program requirements between state, federal, and local communities. Serves as a liaison and gives presentations, or conducts training concerning floodplain planning, management, and mitigation. Works under moderate to general supervision, with limited to moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Reports to the Manager of the Grant Coordination Department.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- Assists in the administration of FEMA’s Flood Mitigation Assistance grant program and state flood grant programs.
- Promotes federal and state flood grant and financial assistance by explaining resources, eligibility, and performance requirements to elected officials, community representatives, the public, and other interested parties.
- Conducts site visits, inspections, and monitoring reviews to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.
- May serve as a contract manager for grant contracts related to state and federal flood grants to include the submission of grant applications, monitoring contract agreements and grant activities.
- Reviews and approves grant expenses, quarterly reporting, performance and financial reports, deliverables, and grant contract closeouts to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.
- Assists in the development of presentations, training, workshops, and grant implementation guidance for technical and non-technical audiences on floodplain management, planning, and mitigation funding opportunities offered by the TWDB and other state agencies to local and state officials, professional organizations, and other interested parties.
- Serves as a liaison for the TWDB at public meetings and meetings related to flood grants with federal, state, and local entities or the public.
- May coordinate and support cross-functional work groups composed of internal and external stakeholders to develop grant program objectives, work plans and budgets.
- Assists, prepares, and reviews grant closeout materials for federal flood grant funding programs.
- 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.
Qualifications:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university or will have a degree by June 2023 with major coursework in Hydrology, Water Resources, Natural/Physical/Environmental Science, Geography, Planning, or a related field.
- Grant Specialist I – Up to one year of progressive work experience in any combination of grant management, or public or business administration. insurance, emergency management, financial or program compliance, environmental, floodplain management, flood or hazard mitigation, project management, or planning.
- Grant Specialist II – More than one year of progressive work experience in any combination of grant management, or public or business administration. insurance, emergency management, financial or program compliance, environmental, floodplain management, flood or hazard mitigation, project management, or planning.
- Relevant education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience assisting in mitigation projects, project management, or contract administration.
- Experience in administering state or federal grant programs.
- One or more of the following certifications: o Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM).
- Certified Texas Contract Manager (CTCM).
- Grants Management Certificate.
- Experience working with FEMA (or other federal agency) programs.
- Experience interacting with governmental officials and stakeholders.
- Experience presenting technical information in public or collegiate settings.
- Experience in using Geographic Information Systems (GIS).
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSAs)
- Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws and regulations relevant to the Grant Coordination Department, and of the principles and practices of public administration.
- Knowledge of FEMA National Flood Insurance Program and Floodplain Management regulations.
- Knowledge of FEMA Hazard Mitigation Assistance programs.
- Knowledge of hydrologic/hydraulic principles and procedures as applied to floodplain management.
- Knowledge of the principles and practices of grant administration including project management and contract administration
- Knowledge of Geographic Information Systems.
- Knowledge of, or the ability to rapidly assimilate, information related to state and federal regulations,
- Legislation, guidelines, policies, procedures, grant eligibility, and reporting requirements.
- Skills in grant preparation, development, evaluation, and monitoring in reporting writing, in budget development and monitoring, and in the use of federal grant administration programs.
- Skills in writing technical memos, reports, and work process and policy documents.
- Skills in using Microsoft Office programs such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Skills in use of internet, email, word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, and database software.
- Ability to interpret guidelines, policies, procedures, and regulations, to evaluate financial data for
- reasonableness, necessity, and conformity with grant requirements.
- Ability to communicate effectively and to supervise the work of others.
- Ability to learn and effectively apply working knowledge of government organizations, operations, and flood mitigation funding programs at the federal, state, and local levels.
- Ability to exercise poise, tact, diplomacy, and an ability to establish and maintain positive, working/professional relationships with internal and external customers.
- 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 with no physical limitations or aids to perform activities such as retrieve/replace files in a large file system for boxes up to 30 lbs.
- Ability and willingness to travel 30% 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 workdays that may exceed 8 hours, including early mornings, nights, and weekends.
- Ability to train others.
REMARKS
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.
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.
Female and minority applicants are encouraged to apply.
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.
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