Assistant Director, Watershed Protection & Compliance

Austin, Texas; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 194,000 - 204,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Austin is seeking an Assistant Director for Watershed Protection (MMC) to lead modeling, monitoring, and compliance programs. This role directs staff, allocates resources, and ensures regulatory compliance for flood risk reduction and water quality initiatives in the Austin area.

Ideal candidates will command strong supervisory experience, budget management, stakeholder engagement, and a track record in stormwater programs and regulatory coordination with TCEQ and EPA requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a field related to Engineering, Public Administration, Natural Science, or Business plus six years of supervisory or management experience.
• Master’s degree may substitute for up to two years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Develops short- and long-range strategies, plans, programs, and personnel.
• Ensures compliance with regulations and city policies; manages budget and expenditures.
• Represents the division to City departments, agencies, and the public; presents reports.
• Oversees development review, inspection services, and engineering controls for flood/erosion and water quality.
• Leads staff development, performance evaluations, and disciplinary actions as needed.

Skills

Budgeting

Supervisory leadership

Oral and written communications

Data analysis

Training and development

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Science/Public Administration

Master’s degree may substitute for up to two years

Job description

The City of Austin is seeking an Assistant Director for Watershed Protection (MMC) to lead modeling, monitoring, and compliance programs. This role directs staff, allocates resources, and ensures regulatory compliance for flood risk reduction and water quality initiatives in the Austin area.

Ideal candidates will command strong supervisory experience, budget management, stakeholder engagement, and a track record in stormwater programs and regulatory coordination with TCEQ and EPA requirements.