TWDB - 26-116 - Chief of Staff to Board Member (Director VI)

The mission of the Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) is to lead the state's efforts in ensuring a secure water future for Texas. Our mission is a vital part of Texas' overall vision and the state's mission and goals that relate to maintaining the viability of the state's natural resources, health, and economic development.

The TWDB's main responsibilities are threefold: collecting and disseminating water-related data; assisting with regional water supply and flood planning that contributes to preparing the state water plan and state flood plan; and administering cost-effective financial programs for constructing water supply, wastewater treatment, flood control, and agricultural water conservation projects.

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 in the CAPPS online application system at https://tinyurl.com/CAPPS-Explore-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. 

***Position requires an in-office presence of 5 days per week, if necessary***

**To be considered for this position, applicants must provide 2 writing samples. Upload your 2 writing samples with your application submission. Applications without writing samples will not be considered.**

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Performs highly advanced (senior-level) managerial work providing guidance and planning for an appointed TWDB Board Member. Work involves establishing strategic plans, goals, and objectives of Board Member, developing policies, reviewing guidelines and procedures. Establishes priorities, standards, and measurement tools for determining progress in meeting goals. Coordinates and assists Board Member in evaluating program activities. Works under minimal supervision, with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Reports to an appointed TWDB Board Member of the Texas Water Development Board.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Provides a wide range of strategic and operational support to an appointed TWDB Board Member.
• Responsible for the coordination of Board Member programs, activities and outreach efforts.
• May prioritize tasks, conduct daily briefings, and set Board Member schedules.
• May arrange and participate in Board Member meetings and conferences, provide advice, and conduct follow-up communications.
• Conducts research, analyzes and interprets information.
• Oversees the flow and content of information provided to the Board Member.
• Monitors relevant legislation, as applicable to the TWDB.
• Develops and maintains effective communication and working relationships with Executive Administrator and TWDB staff, other state agencies, legislative staff, associations, organizations, advocacy groups, and the general public.
• 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 agency's 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.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in Business, Engineering, Natural Sciences, Finance, Law, Public or Policy Administration or a related field.  
• Ten years experience in management.
• Experience in the development and implementation of policy.
• Experience with the development or management of operating budgets.
• Submission of two (2) writing samples with submission of the State of Texas (SOT) application.
• Relevant education and experience can be substituted for each other on a year-for-year basis.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Previous work experience with Texas Legislature, Texas state agencies (internal or external) or federal agencies.
• Experience with water infrastructure planning, conservation, and financing, or natural resources policy or appropriations.
• Experience preparing correspondence and/or reports for a legislative office, executive, commission, or board.
• Experience planning, scheduling, and coordinating meetings and appointments for or with public officials, board members, commissioners, or c-suite level executives.
• Experience working with public or private sector stakeholder or advocacy organizations.
• Experience communicating agency interactions and priorities between executive agency boards, stakeholders, and state leadership.
• Experience at executive or c-suite level.
• Experience with surface water, groundwater, flooding, or bonds.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSAs)

• Knowledge of Texas Water Code and other local, state, and federal laws and regulations relevant to the Texas Water Development Board.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of public administration and management.
• Skills in establishing plans and setting objectives and goals that support an overall business strategy and projects.
• Skills in using Microsoft Office program such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access.
• Skills in use of internet, email, word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, and database software.
• Ability to maintain the security or integrity of critical infrastructure within Texas.
• Ability to meet agency in-office requirements.
• Ability to direct and organize activities.
• Ability to establish program goals and objectives that support a strategic plan.
• Ability to prepare reports.
• Ability to adhere to work schedules, follow procedures with respect to 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 and work environment.
• Ability to perform routine and non-routine work assignments accurately and on-time with little or no supervision.
• Ability to perform assigned duties and improve work habits and/or output.
• Ability to complete assigned work, on time, neatly and with infrequent errors.
• Ability to develop and interpret policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Ability to provide prompt, courteous and accurate assistance and clear and concise communication to internal and external stakeholders both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work and cooperate with others in a team environment.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Ability to stand/sit/move to perform activities such as retrieve/replace files in a large file system for boxes up to 30 lbs.
• Ability and willingness to travel 25% of the time, primarily within the State of Texas and occasional out of state travel
• 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.

All interested candidates should apply with a State of Texas application via the CAPPS online application system. First time applicants will need to create an account in the CAPPS online application system at https://tinyurl.com/CAPPS-Explore-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, Stephen F. Austin Building

1700 North Congress Ave., Room 670, Austin, Texas 78701

Please contact Human Resources for accommodation requests.

Phone: (512) 475-2142

Email: HR(AT)twdb.texas.gov