Position / Title: TWDB - 26-51: Flood Protection Planning Grant Manager (Manager V)
Date Posted: January 22, 2026
Company / Agency: Texas Water Development Board
Location: Austin, Texas
Desired Skills: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Graduation from accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor’s degree in Planning, Water Resources/Civil/Environmental Engineering, or related field.
Seven years of relevant professional experience in flood risk reduction projects, flood-related planning, mitigation, response, or recovery; water resources planning; and/or flood modeling and mapping; or other closely-related work.
Three years of progressively responsible professional work experience managing projects/programs and supervising staff.
Relevant education can be substituted for experience on a year-for-year basis.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Graduate degree from an accredited college or university in Planning, Civil/Environmental Engineering, or related field.
Four years of progressively responsible professional relevant work experience managing projects/programs and supervising staff.
Licensed as a Professional Engineer (P.E) in the State of Texas
OR licensed as a P.E. in another state AND ability to obtain a Texas P.E. license within six months of hire
OR certified as an Engineer in Training (EIT) in the State of Texas AND able to obtain a Texas P.E. license within 12 months of hire.
Experience developing and managing contracts.
Knowledge of hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, and mapping of flood risk.
Experience with hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, and mapping of flood risk.
Experience in planning, prioritization, design and construction of flood risk reduction projects including riverine flood control, local flood control and costal flood control projects.
Experienced overseeing the proper utilization of flood control planning grants.
Experience with regulations related to floodplain and flood management, federal and state programs and permitting.
Certified Flood Plain Manager.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws and regulations relevant to the Flood Planning Division.
Knowledge of the principles and practices of public administration.
Knowledge of flood risk reduction projects, hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, mapping, concepts and the principles related to flood planning and flood mitigation.
Knowledge of flood modeling and mapping processes and GIS mapping in general.
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.
Skills in preparing reports.
Ability to maintain the security and integrity of critical infrastructure within Texas.
Ability to meet agency in-office requirements.
Ability to identify work-related process, data, or oversight gaps and implement solutions to address them.
Ability to understand, write, and present complex technical information to a non-technical audience.
Ability to quickly become conversant in flood-related federal, state, and local laws and agencies, as well as associated flood programs, funding programs, policies, and regulations.
Ability to provide prompt, courteous, and accurate assistance, and communicate clearly and concisely with internal and external stakeholders, including agency staff, political entities, and the public, both verbally and in writing.
Ability to work effectively in a team environment and cooperate with supervisors, co-workers, and others.
Ability to prioritize, manage multiple tasks, and schedule work to maintain regular progress on assignments and meet deadlines.
Ability to successfully develop, deploy, and oversee contracts.
Ability to establish goals and objectives.
Ability to devise solutions to problems.
Ability to identify and mitigate program and agency risks.
Ability to adhere to work schedules, follow procedures regarding 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 or work environment.
Ability to perform routine and non-routine work assignments accurately and on time with little or no supervision.
Ability to improve work habits and output.
Ability to complete assigned work neatly, accurately, and on time with infrequent errors.
Ability to complete tasks and projects in a timely manner and persist until tasks are completed.
Ability to interpret policies, procedures, and regulations.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and maintain progress on assignments.
Ability to stand, sit, and move as needed to perform activities such as retrieving/replacing files in a large file system and lifting boxes up to 30 lbs.
Ability and willingness to travel up to 10% 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 work shifts that may exceed 8 hours, including early mornings, nights, and weekends.
Ability to train others.
Ability to assign and/or supervise the work of others.
Job Description: 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 https://tinyurl.com/CAPPS-Login in the CAPPS online application system at https://tinyurl.com/CAPPS-Jobs. Please visit our job opportunities page at https://tinyurl.com/How-to-Apply-in-CAPPS 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’s Mission - Leading the state’s 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 http://www.twdb.texas.gov/jobs/benefits.asp.
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.
*This is a repost to "TWDB - 26-17 - Flood Protection Planning Grant Manager (Manager V)".
Applicants who applied to 26-17 will be considered and do not need to reapply*
**Licensed Engineering candidates external to TWDB will be eligible to receive a $5,000 recruitment bonus if selected.**
***Must Meet agency in-office requirement***
***Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications***
Salary: 7,750.00 - 9,700.00 (Monthly)
Contact Information: hr@twdb.texas.gov
