Assistant Director, Water Planning & Environmental Services

Gfoat; Austin, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Austin's Austin Water department seeks a senior manager to lead Environmental, Planning, and Development Services. You will guide division activities, forecast demand, and develop long-range infrastructure plans, ensuring policy compliance and efficient budgeting.

Requires a PE license or outstanding qualifications, with extensive experience in water/wastewater utilities and contract oversight. This role reports to the Director and leads multiple programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and 6 years of progressive management experience, incl. 3 in water/wastewater.
• Master’s degree may substitute for up to 2 years of experience.
• Texas Professional Engineer license (PE) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Directs division activities, forecasting supply/demand to improve efficiency.
• Develops asset management plans for water and wastewater assets.
• Plans long-range water/wastewater infrastructure and CIP spending.
• Sets goals, budgets, and resources for Environmental, Development, and Planning.
• Reviews and implements SOPs, policies, and procedures.

Skills

Budget planning

Project management

Data analysis

Communication

Supervisory skills

Public speaking

Contract management

Resource planning

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Master’s degree (substitution allowed)

Tools

Computers and related software

Job description

City of Austin's Austin Water department seeks a senior manager to lead Environmental, Planning, and Development Services. You will guide division activities, forecast demand, and develop long-range infrastructure plans, ensuring policy compliance and efficient budgeting.

Requires a PE license or outstanding qualifications, with extensive experience in water/wastewater utilities and contract oversight. This role reports to the Director and leads multiple programs.