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Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications* Salary Ranges: Program Specialist II: $5,000.00/month - $5,250.00/month Program Specialist III: $5,251.00/month - $5,550.00/month Program Specialist IV: $5,551.00/month - $6,000.00/month** TEXAS WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARDS MISSION Leading the states efforts in ensuring a secure water future for Texas. WORKING AT THE TWDB See why our work makes an impact and why the TWDB is a great place to work! The Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) endorses telecommuting and hybrid workplace plans, in addition to other flexible work alternatives. We offer competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), flexible spending, and flexible work hours 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. Please visit TWDB Career Page: http://www.twdb.texas.gov/jobs/ for more information. MILITARY EMPLOYMENT PREFERENCE Veterans, Reservists or Guardsmen with an MOS or additional duties that fall in the fields of OS Operations Specialist, 16GX Air Force Operations Staff Officer, 612X LDO - Operations, Surface, or other related fields pertaining to the minimum experience requirements may meet the minimum qualifications for this position and are highly encouraged to apply. Additional Military Crosswalk information can be accessed at https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_ProgramManagement.pdf Job Description Summary Performs moderately complex (journey-level) to highly complex (senior-level) outreach, training, and technical assistance to support floodplain management and flood outreach programs in Texas. Work involves serving as a liaison between federal and local governments and giving presentations/conducting training concerning floodplain management, planning, and mitigation. Communicates directly with other state or federal agency personnel, the general public, and elected and appointed officials. Assists and evaluates communities participating or seeking participation in the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) or seeking to enhance floodplain management standards. Participates in special projects, such as training development, contract management, communications, and strategic planning. Travels extensively to support community assistance needs and program activities. May train others. Works under general to limited supervision, with limited to moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Reports to the Manager of the Community Assistance Program Department. Essential Job Functions Develops and maintains business relationships with community leaders. Provides technical and administrative support to communities and applicants participating in or seeking assistance with agency flood programs, including the NFIP. Conducts reviews of local floodplain management programs within Texas to determine compliance with local, state, and federal regulations. Conducts community assistance contacts and audits to support the NFIP. Provides presentations, training, and workshops to technical and non-technical audiences. Provides technical assistance on the NFIP, floodplain management, and grant funding opportunities. Assists political subdivisions in making applications to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) for participation in the NFIP and the Community Rating System (CRS). Compiles and prepares technical information or maps related to the NFIP and floodplain management. Provides specialized assistance to communities undergoing post-disaster recovery. Serves as a liaison for the Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) at meetings with federal, state, and local entities or the public. Writes and reviews memos, meeting notes, study reports, work processes, and other documents. 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: Minimum Qualifications Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor's degree in Natural/Physical/Environmental Science or Engineering, Planning, Public Administration, Communications, or a related field. Work experience: Program Specialist II One year of relevant work experience in floodplain management, natural resources, environmental analysis, planning, or a related field. Program Specialist III Three years of relevant work experience in floodplain management, natural resources, environmental analysis, planning, or a related field. Program Specialist IV Five years of relevant work experience in floodplain management, natural resources, environmental analysis, planning, or a related field. Relevant experience and educationmay be substituted for each other on a year-for-year basis. Preferred Qualifications Graduate degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Natural/Physical/Environmental Science or Engineering, Planning, Public Administration, or a related field. Previous experience as a floodplain administrator or with floodplain management. Experience developing and conducting training and workshops for technical and non-technical audiences. Experience in outreach, including interacting with customers/stakeholders, creating educational content, and presenting at public meetings. Experience in using Geographic Information Systems (GIS). Certified as a Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM), or willing to obtain within six months of hiring. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws and regulations relevant to the Community Assistance Program Department. Knowledge of the principles and practices of public administration. Knowledge offloodplain management, and the NFIP. Knowledge of the NFIP and FEMA flood grant programs as well as knowledge of floodplain management, flood insurance or floodplain mapping. Knowledge of hydrologic/hydraulic principles and procedures as applied to floodplain management. Knowledge of disaster response. Skills in using Microsoft Office programs such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Forms, and Teams. Skills in use of internet, email, word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, and database software. Skills in giving presentations to elected bodies, public officials, and the general public. Skills in providing training and workshops to a variety of technical and non-technical professionals. Skills in writing and preparing reports and presentations. Skills in explaining complicated technical problems in simple, non-technical language.