Environmental Program Coordinator (Onsite Water Reuse Program)

About This Position For over 100 years, Austin Water has been committed to providing safe, reliable, high-quality, and affordable water services to our customers. Today, we serve over 1,000,000 people in the Austin metropolitan area, across more than 548 square miles. As one of the fastest-growing cities in the country, we’re not just keeping up—we’re leading the way with sustainable infrastructure, advanced treatment technology, and environmental innovation. Austin Water consistently ranks among the best in the country when it comes to water quality. We also treat, return, and recycle wastewater in ways that protect environmental resources. Austin Water exceeds federal and state requirements for clean water and environmental compliance at our water and wastewater treatment plants. Job Description: Environmental Program Coordinator Purpose: Under minimal direction, coordinates interdepartmental and interagency environmental and/or conservation programs or projects, serves as a liaison for interdepartmental and interagency environmental/conservation issues, and coordinates and supports the environmental/conservation activities of a division/section for various projects and programs. Duties, Functions and Responsibilities: Serves as coordinator or liaison for interdepartmental and interagency issues and projects Communicates project and program information to internal and external customers Assists in management or resolution of interdepartmental and interagency conflicts Facilitates closure of litigated cases Negotiates permit and/or plan revisions with project engineers and contractors Develops/establishes service agreements with other programs, departments and agencies Develops and manages contracts Manages and reviews environmental remediation plans Provides technical advice and assistance to City management, staff, contractors, and businesses Evaluates projects, programs and criteria Assists in the development and adoption of new City Code regulations, policies and procedures Assists in development of new/revised interdepartmental or interagency protocol or procedures Reviews, evaluates and recommends revisions to City Code, rules, policies and legislative bills Reviews, evaluates and recommends revisions to technical reports, studies and contract documents Reviews site plans, environmental site assessments and stormwater/effluent discharge proposals Evaluates existing conditions, collects samples, interprets sampling data, and develops corrective action plans Educates and conducts presentations to public Assists in the development of short and long range plans Prepares written reports, memoranda, letters, RFP/RFQ/IFBs and Standard Operation Procedures Assists in the development and monitoring of budgets Attends City Council, Board, Commission Meetings, etc. as a City/Department staff representative Responds to requests from the media Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised: May provide leadership, work assignments, evaluation, training, and guidance to others Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of applicable processes, techniques, and methods Knowledge of city practice, policy, and procedures Knowledge of supervisory and managerial techniques and principles Skill in handling conflict and uncertain situations Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing Skill in using computers and related software applications Skill in data analysis and problem solving Ability to establish and maintain effective communication and working relationships with city employees and the public Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities Ability to train others Minimum Qualifications: Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in a field related to Environmental Science, Life Science, Biology, Chemistry, Engineering, Landscape Architecture, Public Administration, Business Administration, Planning, plus six (6) years of experience in a related field Master's degree may substitute for experience up to two (2) years Related experience may substitute for education up to four (4) years Preferred Experience: Experience coordinating interdepartmental environmental and/or water conservation reports Experience with commercial water use compliance programs to track potable water savings and monitoring requirements for water conservation and/or water reuse projects Experience in database development for tracking conservation and reuse water savings and program performance Experience reviewing site development plan sets for compliance with water reuse and water benchmarking regulations Experience programming and maintaining ArcGIS online maps and related applications such as Survey 123 and Microsoft online apps Knowledge of the City of Austin onsite water reuse, reclaimed water and water benchmarking regulations Strong time management and organizational skills Effectively communicates clearly and concisely with internal and external customers while exercising tact, patience, and discretion in a professional manner Position Overview: This position will lead the development and implementation of the Onsite Water Reuse System operating permit compliance program within Austin Water’s Utility Development Services Division. The team is responsible for ensuring new commercial development projects in Austin are implementing onsite water reuse systems in compliance with City Code requirements, and for developing policies, incentives, and new codes for onsite water reuse in alignment with strategic plans. Pay Range: $68,660.00 - $85,830.00 Annual Location: Permitting and Development Center (6310 Wilhelmina Delco Dr, Austin, 78752) Days and Hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Monday - Friday. Hybrid. Benefits: Working with Austin Water provides a number of health and welfare benefits, such as medical, paid leave time, a great retirement plan, training opportunities and more – click HERE for more information. EEO Statement for City of Austin: 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. 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 View phone number on click.appcast.io or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1. #J-18808-Ljbffr City of Austin