GLO - Coastal Erosion Planning and Response Manager (Manager V)

Texas Department of Public Safety; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Texas General Land Office is seeking a Manager V (CEPRA Manager) to oversee the Coastal Erosion Planning and Response Act program. This senior-level position involves managing daily operations, developing policies, and coordinating with stakeholders to enhance coastal resource management. Ideal candidates will possess significant experience in project management and relevant educational qualifications, contributing to the agency's mission of preserving Texas's natural resources.

Benefits

Free Parking

Defined Retirement Benefit Plan

Medical Insurance

Professional Development Opportunities

Annual Leave

Qualifications

• Six years of professional experience in management of programs or staff in construction-related project management.
• Experience working directly with coastal construction projects or natural resources project management.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing and managing daily activities of the GLO's CEPRA program.
• Developing and evaluating budget expenditures.
• Acting as a liaison to external stakeholders.

Skills

Management

Budgeting

Project Management

Communication

Compliance Monitoring

Education

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university in natural science, coastal studies, engineering, or a related field

Advanced degree from an accredited post-graduate institution in a program-related discipline

Job description

The Texas General Land Office is seeking a Manager V (CEPRA Manager) within the Coastal Resources Department of the agency.

Performs advanced (senior-level) managerial work administering the daily operations and activities of the Coastal Erosion Planning and Response Act (CEPRA) program's business function, division, or department. Work involves establishing goals and objectives; developing guidelines, procedures, and policies; developing schedules, priorities, and standards for achieving established goals; coordinating and evaluating business function, division, or department activities; developing and evaluating budget requests; and monitoring budget expenditures. Supervises the work of others. Works under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

Our Mission:

The Texas General Land Office primarily serves the schoolchildren, veterans, and the environment of Texas. The agency does so by preserving our history, maximizing state revenue through innovative administration, and through the prudent stewardship of state lands and natural resources.

What Your Contributions to the GLO Will be:

· Responsible for overseeing and managing the daily activities, staff and operations of the GLO's CEPRA program including planning, assigning, aud supervising work. Establishes goals and objectives; develops and approves schedules, priorities, and standards for achieving goals; and manages evaluation activities. Develops and evalutes budget expenditures, and makes adjustments as necessary.

· Plans, implements, coordinates, monitors and evaluates policies and procedures and monitors compliance with policies and procedures. Identifies areas of needed change and makes recommendations to improve operations. Develops and implements techniques for evaluating business functions or division or department activities. May manage programs focusing on continuous process improvement.

· Acts as a liaison and representative of the CEPRA program to external state, federal, regional and public stakeholders. Attends meetings and events to represent the CEPRA team.

· Oversees special investigations, program analysis, research studies and internal audits.

Minimum Qualifications:

· Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university in natural science, coastal studies, engineering, or a related field,

· Six years of professional experience, including management of programs or staff primarily in the area of construction-related project management with coastal resources, geology, engineering, or a related field.

Preferred Qualifications:

· More than ten years of experience working directly with coastal construction projects or natural resources project management.

· Experience working directly with USFWS, USACE, and/or similar agencies on developing and obtaining permits. Proven ability to manage complex coastal-related projects and staff.

· Professional Geoscientist licensed by the Texas Board of Geoscientists and/or a licensed Professional Engineer.

· Advanced degree from an accredited post-graduate institution in a program-related discipline.

Physical Requirements:

This position requires the employee to primarily perform sedentary office work; however, mobility (moving around the worksite) is routinely required to carry out some duties. This position requires extensive computer, telephone and client/ customer contact and communication. It requires the ability to move and position oneself as needed for filing and similar routine office duties. The job also requires normal cognitive abilities requiring the ability to learn, recall, and apply certain practices and policies. It requires the stamina to maintain attention to detail despite interruptions. Ability to read printed materials and computer screens. The individual must be able to move and transport records, documents, boxes, and all related information and materials, weighing up to 20 pounds when required.

Compensation and Benefits:

· Free Parking

· Defined Retirement Benefit Plan Optional 401(k) and 457 accounts

· Medical Insurance - State pays 100% of the health plan premium for eligible full-time employees and 50% of the premium for their eligible dependents. The State pays 50% of the eligible part-time employees’ premium and 25% for eligible dependents.

· Optional Benefits such as dental, vision, and life insurance.

· Minimum of 96+ Hours of Annual Leave a year **Annual leave increases with length of service.

· Professional Development Opportunities: The GLO offers numerous courses to help our employees grow using resources through LinkedIn Learning and our EAP provider.

Veterans:

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How to Apply:

· To be considered, please complete a State of Texas Application for Employment and apply online at www.workintexas.com or in the CAPPS Career Section .

· You may apply for the job directly through the CAPPS Career Section. It is not necessary to apply both through Work in Texas and the CAPPS Career Section.

· Applications must be fully completed with a detailed job history, including job title, employment dates, employer name, supervisor's name and phone number, and a summary of responsibilities. Incomplete applications may lead to disqualification. Please be aware that resumes will not be accepted in place of a completed application.

· In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

· A position utilizing this classification will be designated as security sensitive according to the Texas Labor Code, Section 301.042.

· Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa.