Overview
The Environment & Development Department is seeking an experienced Water Resources Program Manager to lead water-related environmental programs and development projects that impact the community and region. This leadership role involves planning, directing, and managing programs, supervising a team, managing complex budgets, and representing the agency at interagency and public forums. The Manager will ensure regulatory compliance, explore sustainability opportunities, and guide long-term environmental planning aligned with the NCTCOG mission.
The Program Manager will lead the department's water resources and floodplain management programs, including :
- Trinity River COMMON VISION
- Corridor Development Certificate Program
- Cooperating Technical Partners Program with FEMA
- Upper Trinity River Transportation and Stormwater Infrastructure (TSI) study
- Water Supply and Quality Programs under TCEQ Grant funding
- Stormwater Management and Municipal Separate Storm Sewer Permit Compliance
Responsibilities
Supervising staff, including hiring, performance management, professional development, work scheduling, and conflict resolution.Providing programmatic leadership by designing and implementing work programs, identifying new opportunities for environmental and development projects, and securing program funding.Developing, administering, and monitoring budgets, contracts, and funding agreements.Managing complex environmental programs and projects, including drafting technical papers, reports, scopes of work, proposals, and presentations.Overseeing consultant and contractor work to ensure timely and high-quality deliverables.Serving as the agency's representative at meetings with local, state, and federal agencies, community stakeholders, and regulatory bodies.Preparing agendas, meeting packets, and presentations for committees and providing technical support to facilitate informed decision-making.Interpreting and advising on environmental policy issues and best practices.Promoting collaboration across departments and with external partners to achieve strategic goals.Desired Skills
Strong leadership, supervisory, and team management abilities.Advanced communication skills—both written and verbal.Ability to analyze, evaluate, and manage complex programs with multiple stakeholders.Budget preparation and financial oversight experience.Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills for working across departments and with external partners.Required Education & Experience
Bachelor's degree in environmental science or engineering, Urban / Regional Planning, Public Administration, or a related field.5 – 7 years of progressively responsible experience in environmental management, program administration, or related areas.Preferred Experience, Education & Certifications
Certified Floodplain ManagerMaster's degree in a related field.Experience securing and managing grants or funding agreements.Prior work with government agencies, boards, or committees in environmental or community development.Registration as a Professional Engineer in Texas is desired, but not required.FLSA : Exempt
Compensation : $115,768.00 - $146,625, depending on experience, skills and qualifications
Benefits
HealthComprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage with life insurance and flexible spending accounts. Full-time employee health coverage is paid for 100%.
Retirement401(a) retirement plan with employer match at 12% for full-time employees.
Work-Life BalanceVacation, holidays, and personal days; hybrid schedule : 4 days in office, 1 day remote.
Professional DevelopmentTuition reimbursement and paid membership in professional organizations.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The North Central Texas Council of Governments is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected category.
Background Check & Drug Testing
All selected candidates must undergo a pre-employment background check and drug screening. Background checks include national criminal background, employment history, motor vehicle record, social security verification, education verification, and other elements as needed. E-Verify : The organization participates in the federal E-Verify program to verify work authorization in the United States. Job postings remain open for a minimum of 10 calendar days and may close anytime thereafter at the discretion of the hiring manager.
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