Floodplain & Right-of-Way Administrator

Lubbock County; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Lubbock County is seeking a qualified professional to implement and manage Floodplain Management, Stormwater, and Right-of-Way permitting programs. The role operates with limited supervision under the Public Works Department, aligning with County policies and regulatory requirements.

The position requires a BS degree in environmental science or engineering or public administration, 3 years of floodplain experience, and a Texas driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in environmental science, civil/environmental engineering or public administration.
• Three years of experience in floodplain management or administration.
• Must have and maintain a Texas driver’s license in good standing; CFM certificate required or obtainable within 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Perform the duties as the TCEQ designated representative for Lubbock County by permitting and investigating TCEQ Stormwater Permit requirements.
• Submit the County’s Stormwater Management Program (SWMP).
• Serve as Floodplain Administrator for Lubbock County, permitting and investigating related issues.
• Receive, review, and process permit applications for Right-of-Way (driveway/culvert, utilities).
• Conduct right-of-way inspections for processed applications.
• Ensure regulatory reporting is accurate, approved and submitted timely.
• Develop Floodplain Development application procedures.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Autonomous work

Problem solving

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Public Administration

Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM) or related

Job description

Responsible for implementation and management of systems, processes, and policies set by the Director of Road & Bridge/Road Commissioner for Lubbock County in the areas Floodplain Management, Stormwater, and Right-of-Way permitting. The nature of this position is generally autonomous, an individual in this role is responsible for appropriately completing all job duties with limited oversight while operating under Public Works Department and County policies.

• Perform the duties and responsibilities as the TCEQ designated representative for Lubbock County by permitting and investigating any TCEQ Stormwater Permit requirements.
• Submit the County’s Stormwater Management Program (SWMP).
• Perform the duties and responsibilities as the designated Floodplain Administrator for Lubbock County, permitting and investigating associated issues.
• Receive, review, and process all permit applications associated with Lubbock County Right-of-Way; driveway/culvert, utilities, and Right-of-Way modification.
• Conduct right-of-way inspection for applications processed.
• Ensure all regulatory reporting is completed accurately, approved and submitted in a timely manner.
• Research, create, and administer Floodplain Development application procedures.
• Communicate timely and effectively with representatives of regulatory agencies and customers to resolve compliance issues and provide requested information.
• Draft departmental specific bulletins, specific policies, procedures and guidelines related to the above duties.
• Organize, execute, and document public outreach activities.
• Remain knowledgeable on regulatory requirements and developments.
• Available for extensive travel within Lubbock County.
• No supervisory authority or responsibility.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, civil engineering, environmental engineering, public administration or a related field. Three years of experience in floodplain management or administration. Must have and maintain a Texas driver’s license in good standing. Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM) certificate required or obtainable within 12 months of employment. Attend continuing education courses required to maintain Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM) certificate.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Inspect work of others, recognizing problems, and recommending solutions; perform basic mathematical calculations; tolerate outside working conditions including exposure to adverse weather conditions; work effectively and cooperatively with co-workers, agencies, providers, and customers. Ability to perform non-scheduled work, including but not limited to, extended work hours due to extenuating circumstances, such as, weather emergencies or other work as assigned. Ability to operate autonomously and make compliance decisions in isolated areas of the County without immediate access to leadership.

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk and hear. The employee must frequently bend, stoop, squat, lie down, and walk. The employee must frequently lift and/or move objects weighing up to 100 pounds, such as tools and equipment. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus. Potential for elevated noise levels within the work environment.

DISCLAIMER

The above description reflects the details considered necessary to describe the standard functions of this position and should not be constructed as a thorough description of all work requirements. The characteristics of the work environment described are representative of those that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Equal Employment Employer

Lubbock County will not discriminate in our employment practices based on an applicant’s race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.