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Houston, TX - USA

Yearly Salary drjobs

USD 50003 - 50003

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

Position Description


About Harris County Flood Control District:

The Flood Control District has the mission to reduce the risk of flooding in Harris County the third most populated county in the United States with a population in excess of 4.7 million including the City of Houston the nations fourth largest city. The Flood Control District has jurisdiction over the primary stormwater facilities in the county which consist of approximately 1500 channels totaling nearly 2500 miles in length as well as more than 60 regional stormwater detention basins totaling more than 10000 acres and several wetlands mitigation banks including Greens bayou.


What you will do atHarris County Flood Control District:

The Harris County Flood Control District is seeking qualified candidates for the role of Hydrologic Operations Program Manager.


The Hydrologic Operations Program Manager plays a critical role in delivering precise and timely information for the program. This position combines meteorological expertise with program management skills to drive advancements in flood forecasting enhance predictive accuracy and lead initiatives in collaboration with emergency response teams engineers and local officials.

Beyond daily forecasting duties this position will strategically oversee forecasting programs related to the hydrologic operations division manage cross-functional projects coordinate research efforts and ensure operational readiness during extreme weather conditions. Given the high-stakes nature of disaster response this position requires flexibility to work beyond standard business hours when public safety is at risk.



Essential Functions and Duties:

Program Management & Strategy

  • Define plan and oversee meteorological forecasting programs ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.

  • Manage flood forecasting initiatives providing guidance coordination and direction to the team.

  • Develop and maintain forecasting schedules risk assessments and program budgets to optimize efficiency.

  • Implement best practices in meteorological program management to improve forecasting accuracy and response efforts.

  • Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) for meteorological programs and continuously evaluate success metrics.

  • Lead strategic collaborations with government agencies academic institutions and private-sector stakeholders to enhance forecasting capabilities.

Weather Monitoring & Reporting

  • Monitor and report local weather forecasts to include all weather hazards that could impact Harris County and District operations.

  • Provide timely clear and actionable weather updates through written and verbal communication to relevant stakeholders.

  • Deliver real-time assessments of watershed conditions by providing critical insights to internal teams and external partners.

  • Develop and provide weather-related reports briefings and presentations in various formats and settings to ensure informed decision-making.

Data Analysis & Research

  • Analyze historical real-time and forecast hydrologic and meteorological data from various data sources

  • Lead collaborative research projects and developmental efforts with universities federal agencies and related professional organizations to advance flood forecasting methodologies.

  • Research document and implement forecasting techniques models and processes to improve flood forecast system capabilities.

  • Produce reports summaries and exhibits of forecast processes model calibration and of post-event summaries.

Collaboration & Consultation

  • Coordinate and consult with other agencies academia and the private sector to identify and/or develop opportunities for enhanced forecast techniques.

  • Serve as a key collaborator in flood response efforts and work closely with a team of forecasters and flood operations staff during weather events.

Forecasting & Model Support

  • Evaluate and interpret weather forecast models to support critical flood forecasting decisions.

  • Implement best techniques for model selection and rainfall-based forecasts.

  • Create an understanding of available weather forecast models to support flood forecasters judgment and implement best option techniques of rainfall-based forecasts.

  • Identify strategic locations for additional field data collection sites to enhance forecasting capabilities.

Flood Damage Assessment

  • Conduct post-event flood damage assessments and collect high-water mark data to support recovery efforts and future mitigation planning.

Additional Responsibilities and Support

  • Attend meetings and coordinate with other District departments consultants and agencies.

  • This position is essential during adverse weather conditions. Work may be outside of regular business hours.

  • Carry out additional duties as assigned or as the evolving needs and scope of the position may require.


Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
If you need special services or accommodations please call or email.

This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and even when considered may not automatically disqualify the candidate
.


Requirements

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
  • Knowledge of principles and theories of hydrology and hydrological characteristics of rivers bayous creek and drainage
    basins.
  • Working knowledge of data processing/analysis of time series data GIS and scripting is a plus.
  • Technical proficiency with operational weather forecasting weather forecast models and flood forecasting.
  • Strong skills in Microsoft Office applications (Outlook Word Excel and Access).
  • Good organization and communication skills including written verbal and presentation skills.
  • Demonstrate professional judgment in applying guidelines policies and procedures and adapting standard methods to
    fit scientific facts and conditions.
  • Work independently with limited supervision.
  • Build and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
  • Work well under pressure and public scrutiny.
  • Effectively prioritize identify solve problems and manage multiple tasks/initiatives.
  • Be successful in a time and deadline-driven environment.
  • Write and maintain legible documentation forms and records for forecasting activities.


NOTE: Qualifying education experience knowledge and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation butONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. See Resumewill not be accepted for qualifications.

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General Information

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:
  • Frequent standing and walking; prolonged sitting for extended periods of time.
  • Ocassional sorting filing shelving and handling of documents books files file drawers and related materials and equipment required for clerical operations.
  • Occasional stooping bending reaching lifting and carrying of items up to 15 pounds.
  • Occasional ascending/descending stairs.
  • Occasional driving of a vehicle with automatic controls.
  • Work is performed indoors in a normal office environment with acceptable lighting temperature air conditions and noise levels.
  • Requires extensive use of a video display terminal (computer monitor).
  • May be exposed to fluids compounds or chemicals used in cleaning offices and/or work areas.
  • May be exposed to fluids compounds or chemicals used for photographic or photocopier development or reproduction.


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Manager

Employment Type

Full-Time

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