Minimum Qualifications
- Graduation from an accredited four (4) year college or university with major coursework in a related field plus one (1) years of relevant work experience.
- Experience may substitute for education up to the maximum of four (4) years.
Licenses or Certifications:None.
Notes to Applicants
DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW :
Please learn more about our department and how we serve our community:
What does the Watershed Protection Department do?
POSITION OVERVIEW :The Watershed Protection Department’s ( WPD ) Development Review Coordination section is seeking a professional to coordinate department programs related to our flood risk reduction mission. This position will coordinate program administration, customer relations, budget information and communication. It will oversee creation of programmatic process improvements, high-level reporting, performance measures, and other items as required by the department.
WPD envisions this position as a self-starter who can coordinate tasks, events, meetings and communications with professionalism and a high level of competency in collaboration.
Collaboration with both external stakeholders and with staff to evaluate existing programs within the Floodplain Office and Modeling division, recommend improvements, and assist with implementation is key to this role. The initial and main focus of program coordination for the position will be with the Regional Stormwater Management Program.
TRAVEL :
If you are selected for this position, and meet the Driver Safety Standards in the City of Austin
Driver Safety Program, you 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.
BENEFITS :Working with the City of Austin provides a number of health and welfare benefits such as low-cost medical, dental, vision, paid leave time, a highly competitive retirement plan, career development opportunities and more. Please click here |
Active Employee Benefits | AustinTexas.gov for more information.
EDUCATION :
Verification of education will be conducted on the top candidate.
ABOUT YOUR EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION (Please read carefully):
When completing the City of Austin Employment Application:
- Include details on the application or prior or current work history with the City of Austin.
- A cover letter and resume must be submitted with the employment application, but do not substitute for a complete employment application.
- A detailed and complete employment application will help us better evaluate your qualifications and will be used to determine salary if you are selected for this position.
- Include any previous employment that you wish to be considered as part of your qualifications and relevant experience.
- Your work history must include employer name and address, job title, supervisor’s name and phone number, the month and year of employment and detailed description of the work you performed. We do not accept “See Resume” and your application will be considered incomplete.
- Any relevant work history on the resume must be reflected in the employment application in order to be considered.
Pay Range
$28.85 - $36.06
Hours
40 hours per week, Monday - Friday with the ability for a 50% telework schedule within a two-week period. Exceptions may apply subject to the business needs of the department.
May require working outside of normal business hours, including evenings, weekends and holidays as dictated by business needs.
Job Close Date 05/16/2024 Type of Posting External Department Watershed Protection Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Professional Location 505 Barton Springs Road, Austin, Texas 78704 Preferred Qualifications
- Experience evaluating program structure and processes, recommending and implementing improvements.
- Experience with establishing metrics for a program or workgroup.
- Knowledge of a municipal or similar budgeting process.
- Experience communicating directly with city residents, customers, or other stakeholder engagement experience.
- Experience with Microsoft SharePoint and Power Automate or similar software.
- Ability to travel to more than one work location.
Duties, Functions and Responsibilities
Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.
Assists in planning stage of Capital Improvement Projects ( CIP ) including the coordination of existing bonds and future bond projects. Assists in planning, scheduling, or coordination of construction project activities to meet deadlines. Provides assistance in creation of a communication plan to field staff, including Project Managers and Project Coordinators. Creates and maintains project progress monitoring data to track each project. Coordinates status updates for project related matters including providing updates to internal and external customers. Updates and maintains schedule data to ensure project consistency and optimization. Assists in resolution of project issues including any potential risks to team members by providing supporting documentation including policies and procedures. Communicates roles, expectations, and accountabilities to all team members on a regular basis. Advises management of problems, issues and status of ongoing projects. Provides assistance to ensure established project deadlines and related tasks are completed as assigned.
Responsibilities- Supervision and/or Leadership Exercised:
None.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
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 basic project, practices, and procedures.
- Knowledge of Federal, State and Local laws applicable to CIP and bond projects.
- Knowledge of applicable city practice, policy and procedures.
- Knowledge of contract development and monitoring.
- Skill in project planning and prioritizing.
- Skill in oral and written format to a variety of audiences.
- Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
- Skill in using computers and available software packages.
- Skill in data analysis and problem solving.
- Skill in planning and organizing.
- Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities.
- Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with internal and external customers.
Criminal Background Investigation This position does not require a Criminal Background Investigation EEO/ADA
The 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 (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.
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 orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s 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.
Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* The minimum qualifications are graduation from an accredited four (4) year college or university with major coursework in a related field plus one (1) year of relevant work experience. Experience may substitute for education up to the maximum of four (4) years. Do you meet the minimum qualifications as described?
* Do you have the ability to travel to multiple sites as part of the regular job duties?
* Do you have experience in the evaluation of program structure and processes, and implementing the recommended improvements? Provide information regarding the size of the workgroup, your involvement with implementation, and outcomes.
(Open Ended Question)
* Do you have any experience establishing metrics for a workgroup? Provide information regarding your involvement, any improvements made, and outcomes to the overall effectiveness of the workgroup or program.
(Open Ended Question)
* Do you have any experience with the City of Austin budgeting process, or for a similar type organization?
(Open Ended Question)
* What experience do you have in interacting with city residents or other customers to assist their needs or resolve problems?
(Open Ended Question)
* Do you have experience with Microsoft SharePoint and Power Automate or similar software?
Optional & Required Documents
Required Documents Cover Letter Resume Optional Documents
