TWDB 26-70 Agricultural Water Conservation Specialist (Program Specialist III)

Only applicants who apply with a State of Texas application via the CAPPS online application system will be considered for this position. First time applicants will need to create an account in the CAPPS online application system at Please visit our job opportunities page at for more information about the Texas Water Development Board and answers to frequently asked questions. To view this position in greater detail visit the CAPPS online application system.

Texas Water Development Boards Mission - Leading the states efforts in ensuring a secure water future for Texas. 

The Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) offers 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 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. 

**Must meet agency in-office requirements**

***Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications***

GENERAL DESCRIPTIONS

Performs complex (journey-level) consultative services and technical assistance work. Work involves managing grant contracts providing technical assistance and outreach to agricultural stakeholders. Plans develops and implements programs and promotes best management practices for agricultural water conservation. May train others. Works under general supervision with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Reports to the Manager of the Agricultural Water Conservation Department.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Manages grant contracts in accordance with the contract management policies and procedures and develops methods for improved management of grants.
• Reviews and approves payments receives and reviews contract deliverables and maintains contract files.
• Provides effective technical assistance to agricultural stakeholders via email phone and in-person.
• Promotes agricultural water conservation by conducting outreach attending field days and exhibiting at trade shows and conferences.
• Provides presentations and training to internal and external stakeholders.
• Prepares assembles and distributes educational materials on agricultural water conservation.
• Prepares reviews writes and assists with processing documents and technical reports.
• Assists with the development of agricultural water conservation literature and updates to the best management practices guide.
• Collaborates in the planning development and implementation of the agricultural water conservation program.
• Conducts comprehensive review of statutes rules policies and/or procedures related to agricultural water conservation.
• Researches and reviews technical papers permits publications and reports.
• Performs data collection research analysis and evaluations related to agricultural conservation.
• May assist with planning coordinating developing and evaluating crop water use estimates and reports on statewide annual agricultural irrigation water use.
• 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 agencys 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 :

MINMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelors degree in Water/Natural Resources Agriculture Agronomy Environmental Science Engineering or a related field.
• Three years of relevant work experience in water conservation agriculture stakeholder outreach 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 with masters or doctorate degree in Water/Natural Resources Agriculture Agronomy Environmental Science Engineering or a related field.
• Experience in agricultural water use and conservation managing contracts providing technical assistance or other related duties.
• Experience working with groundwater conservation districts irrigation districts river authorities and other water management entities.
• Knowledge of environmental compliance and engineering feasibility requirements for State of Texas construction projects.
• 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 Agricultural Water Conservation Department.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of public administration.
• Knowledge of State of Texas procurement laws contract management principles and associated compliance requirements throughout the contract lifecycle.
• Knowledge of Texas agricultural systems including major crop and livestock sectors regional production practices irrigation use and the economic and environmental factors influencing agriculture across the state.
• 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.
• Ability to maintain the security or integrity of critical infrastructure within Texas.
• Ability to meet agency in-office requirements.
• Ability to provide excellent customer service by responding promptly communicating clearly and resolving issues with professionalism and empathy.
• 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 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 drivers 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.

Additional Information :

All interested candidates should apply with a State of Texas application via the CAPPS online application system. First time applicants will need to create an account in the CAPPS online application system Please visit our job opportunities page for more information about the Texas Water Development Board and answers to frequently asked questions. To view this position in greater detail visit the CAPPS online application system.

Texas Water Development Board Stephen F. Austin Building

1700 North Congress Ave. Room 670 Austin Texas 78701

Please contact Human Resources for accommodation requests.

Phone:

Email: HR(AT)

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time