Environmental Conservation Program Manager (Austin Water)

About This Position

ABOUT AUSTIN WATER:
For over 100 years Austin Water has been committed to providing safe reliable high-quality and affordable water services to our customers. Today we serve overpeople in the Austin metropolitan area across more than 548 square miles. As one of the fastest-growing cities in the country were not just keeping upwere leading the way with sustainable infrastructure advanced treatment technology and environmental innovation.

Austin Water consistently ranks among the best in the country when it comes to water quality. We also treat return and recycle wastewater in ways that protect environmental resources. Austin Water exceeds federal and state requirements for clean water and environmental compliance at our water and wastewater treatment plants.

ABOUT THE POSITION:
Austin Waters Wildland Conservation Division protects more than 49000 acres of conservation land for the benefit of water wildlife and people. The Environmental Conservation Program Manager will lead a newly formed Land Management Team responsible for planning and implementing a broad range of ecological stewardship activities across the Balcones Canyonlands Preserve and Water Quality Protection Lands. These activities include prescribed fire wildfire fuels mitigation habitat restoration invasive species management oak wilt treatment cave and karst management erosion control ecological restoration and other land management projects that promote healthy resilient ecosystems.

This position will establish priorities guide implementation of complex field programs develop staff and help build a cohesive high-performing team within a newly organized program. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of conservation land management for one of the nations largest municipal conservation land portfolios building on decades of successful stewardship while preparing these lands to meet emerging challenges such as rapid urbanization increasing wildfire risk invasive species and climate change.

Under minimal supervision plan and direct environmental and/or conservation program strategies to ensure compliance with Federal State and local regulations. Develop and implement program policies procedures and systems to maintain and enhance the organizations adherence and responsiveness to environmental and conservation issues.

Essential duties and functions pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.

• Negotiates regulatory compliance issues with State and Federal environmental agencies.

• Manages and review programs/projects.

• Administers programs.

• Markets programs.

• Develops monitors and evaluates program and resource budgets.

• Develops manages and administers contracts.

• Develops training for internal and external customers.

• Develops and maintains program policies and standard operating procedures.

• Develops reviews interprets and rewrites ordinances codes and regulations.

• Performs public relations functions.

• Participates in short- and long-range planning activities.

• Develops and manage quality control initiatives.

• Develops and conduct audits.

• Assists with evaluating bid proposals.

• Performs supervisory duties i.e. hiring promoting disciplinary actions performance evaluations etc.

Responsible for full range of supervisory activities including selection training evaluation counseling and recommendation for dismissal.

Must possess required knowledge skills abilities and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate with or without reasonable accommodations that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

• Knowledge of supervisory and managerial techniques and principles.

• Knowledge of applicable processes techniques and methods.

• Knowledge of City practices policies and procedures.

• Knowledge of supervisory and managerial techniques and principles.

• Skill in handling conflict and uncertain situations.

• Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.

• Skill in using computers and related software applications.

• Skill in data analysis and problem solving.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective communication and working relationships with City employees and the public.

• Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities.

• Ability to train others.

• Graduation with a Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in a field related to Environmental Science Life Science Biology Chemistry Engineering Landscape Architecture Public Administration Business Administration or Planning plus six (6) years of experience in a related field including three (3) years of experience in a lead or supervisory capacity.

• Graduation with a Masters degree from an accredited college or university may substitute for experience up to two (2) years.

As required in a related area.

• Demonstrated experience leading ecological land management programs including prescribed fire ecological restoration invasive species management and other conservation initiatives.

• Experience supervising multidisciplinary teams and developing staff responsible for implementing complex field-based conservation programs.

• Experience managing contracts budgets and partnerships to successfully deliver land management or ecological restoration projects.

• Experience leading organizational change improving operational processes and building collaborative high-performing teams.

• Ability to travel to more than one work location.

Pay Range:

$80490.00 - $102200.00 Annual

Position(s) will be filled at the following location:

Reicher Ranch (13700 E Ladera Blvd Austin TX 78738)

Days and Hours:

Monday Friday 8:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m. Responsibilities often require work outside of normal business hours.

Benefits:

Working with Austin Water provides a number of health and welfare benefits such as medical paid leave time a great retirement plan training opportunities and more click HERE for more information.

When completing the City of Austin employment application:

• A detailed complete employment application is required. It helps us to better evaluate your qualifications and will be used to determine salary if you are selected for this position.

• Provide each job title and accurate employment dates for all jobs included on the application.

• Your work history should include the duties you performed any supervisory or lead responsibilities and any equipment and computer software used.

• The City of Austin employment application is an official document; incomplete applications will not be considered.

• A résumé is required but will not substitute for a complete employment application. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

• A cover letter is also required. In the cover letter candidates should describe in concise detail their interest in this position and highlight any prior experience that is relevant to this position.

If you are selected as a top candidate:

• Verification of your education (which may include high school graduation or GED undergraduate and/or graduate degrees) will be required. You must provide proof of education from an accredited organization/institution.

• If you are in the military or a veteran you will need to provide a copy of your DD-214 prior to confirming a start date.

• A criminal background investigation is required

Travel:

If you are selected for this position and meet theDriver Safety Standardsin the City of AustinDriver Safety Programyou may drive when necessary to multiple locations as part of your regular job duties. Otherwise you are responsible for getting to and from these locations.

Applicants Please Read:

This position will be located at Reicher Ranch 13700 Ladera Boulevard Austin Texas 78738. This is a remote facility with no access to rideshare options for travel. Once at the site the candidate may travel on City business regularly throughout the workday. This position may operate a variety of vehicles including but not limited to car truck UTV or other types of motorized vehicles. Successful candidates may be asked to show valid insurance for the operation of these vehicles. If unable to travel on City business successful candidate may be required to walk long distances to complete tasks or job functions.

Work Environment
This position is in a wildland setting and requires performing all duties outdoors in all weather conditions includingextreme heat cold and rain. Position will require adaptability and willingness to change or modify workload on demand and multitask. Position requires working in environments which may have hazardous situations including confined spaces and dense vegetation.

Physical Requirements:

• This position will require that you be able to perform the following essential job functions with confidence and with or without reasonable accommodations: carrying or lifting up to 50 lbs. pushing or pulling up to 50 lbs. sitting standing walking lying climbing stairs and ladders reaching overhead kneeling crawling stooping/bending twisting repetitive foot and hand movement driving grasping and squeezing ability to wear personal protective equipment including safety eyewear footwear head protection or hearing protection exposure to extreme weather conditions atmospheric conditions hazardous conditions and very loud noise. May be required to walk long distances on uneven terrain.

Critical Employee:

• This position has been designated as critical for the City of Austin. Critical positions are necessary and vital and support activities that impact City or department operations. Work can be done while at a designated work site or while working at an alternate work location. Critical employees may be reassigned to another area to provide essential services to support any extraordinary situations or emergency conditions.

Secondary Employment:

• All Austin Water employees are prohibited from accepting or engaging in any secondary employment that might conflict or interfere with an employees duty and responsibility to the Department.

• Austin Water will review all secondary employment.

• Employees are required to submit a Secondary Employment Application for review and approval upon being hired with Austin Water as well as current Austin Water employees considering secondary employment.

90-day Provision:

This posting may be used to fill additional vacancies that occur within the department.

All Austin Water worksite locations are tobacco-free. Use of tobacco products and/or e-cigarettes is not permitted on any AW worksite including construction sites parking lots garages or in any personal vehicle located on the premises.

Please note this posting may close any time after 7 days.

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• Make a Difference: Join a team driving meaningful change in one of the fastest-growing cities in the nation.

• Value and Innovation: Work in an environment where employees are valued and innovation thrives.

• Competitive Benefits: Enjoy a comprehensive compensation package that includes generous leave work-life balance programs and extensive benefits.

• Retirement Security: Plan for the future with the City of Austin Employees Retirement System.

• Sustainable Transportation Options: Commute easily with access to public transit and bike-friendly infrastructure.

• Focus on Wellness: Stay healthy through wellness programs on-site fitness centers and mental health support.

• Career Growth: Advance your skills and expertise with professional development and leadership opportunities.

• Modern Workspaces: Work in innovative and sustainable environments that foster collaboration and inspiration.

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EEO Statement for City of Austin:

The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race creed color national origin sex gender identity age religion veteran status disability or sexual addition the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individuals AIDS AIDS Related Complex or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.

City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function please call or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.