TWDB - Flood Protection Planning Grant Manager; Manager V

TWDB - 26-17:
Flood Protection Planning Grant Manager (Manager V)

Mission – Leading the state’s efforts in ensuring a secure water future for Texas.

Working at TWDB – We offer competitive compensation and benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), flexible spending, and flexible work hours. Telecommuting and hybrid options are available to support work/life balance.

Military Employment Preference – Veterans, Reservists, or Guardsmen with relevant MOS (e.g., 641X LDO, 8U000 Unit Deployment Manager, 86M0 Operations Management) are highly encouraged to apply.

General Description – The ideal candidate will have experience in hydrologic/hydraulic modeling, flood risk reduction project planning, and grant management. They will oversee contractor performance, ensure compliance with program requirements, and manage contracts and budgets.

• Manage the FPPG Department and lead a team coordinating FIF category 1 (CAT
  1) and Flood Management Evaluation (FME) grant applications.
• Provide leadership and oversee the entire grant workflow, including application reviews, contract development, and project tracking.
• Maintain TWDB’s projects database (TxWise) and update all FIF CAT 1 and FME project information.
• Develop and update documents and processes for successful grant administration and closeout.
• Review applications, advise applicants on requirements, and ensure compliance with funding rules.
• Apply changes to laws, regulations, guidelines, and policies as needed.
• Prepare engineering information for Board funding requests and make feasibility recommendations.
• Coordinate with federal and state agencies on projects and programs.
• Perform technical reviews of engineering documents to ensure compliance.
• Monitor project schedules, budgets, and costs for potential issues.
• Act as project manager, reviewing eligibility, approving payments, and conducting on‑site observations.
• Assist owners with problem resolution and ensure project completion per contract documents.
• Manage project decks, recommend actions to reduce delays, and document major actions.
• Lead communication with FIF CAT 1 and FME applicants.
• Provide technical guidance and supervision to agency staff.
• Monitor and report department activities, authorize hiring, separations, disciplinary actions, and performance rewards.
• Assign tasks, conduct performance evaluations, and monitor goal attainment.
• Recommend and lead departmental improvements.
• Develop tracking materials and schedules to meet deadlines.
• Support legislative, agency, public, media, and information requests.
• Participate in career development planning and training opportunities.
• Oversee staff development and approve training.
• Provide quality customer service to stakeholders.
• Maintain confidential information and records in compliance with agency procedures.
• Maintain required certifications and licenses and meet continuing education requirements.
• May require personal or state vehicle for business purposes.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in Planning, Water Resources/Civil/Environmental Engineering, or related field.
• Seven years of professional experience in flood risk reduction, flood modeling, or related work.
• Three years of progressive project/program management and staff supervision.
• Licensed as a Professional Engineer in Texas (or licensed elsewhere and able to obtain a Texas PE within 6 months, or Engineer in Training in Texas).
• Relevant education can substitute for experience on a year‑for‑year basis.

• Graduate degree in Planning, Civil/Environmental Engineering, or related field.
• Four years of progressive project/program management and staff supervision.
• Experience in contract development and management.
• Knowledge of hydrologic/hydraulic modeling and mapping of flood risk.
• Experience with floodplain regulations, federal/state programs, and permitting.
• Certified Flood Plain Manager.

• Knowledge of relevant local, state, and federal laws and regulations.
• Knowledge of public administration principles and flood‑risk projects.
• Knowledge of GIS and mapping software.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office…