Hydrogeology & Water Resources Program Lead

City of Austin; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Austin's Water Resources Team is seeking a Program Manager I to oversee cross-functional programs and projects. You will define goals, manage budgets, coordinate with internal and external stakeholders, and ensure on-time delivery of outcomes in a dynamic municipal environment.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree with 3 years of related experience, including leadership responsibilities. Strong analytical skills, communication, and ability to adapt to changing priorities are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field and three years of related experience, with at least one year in a lead or program-management capacity.
• Experience may substitute for education up to four years.

Responsibilities

• Determines program goals, objectives and resource requirements.
• Establishes program standards, methods, policies and procedures.
• Coordinates and collaborates with stakeholders.
• Monitors and evaluates programs effectiveness and implements improvement strategies.
• Manages the budget of assigned program and associated projects.

Skills

Program management

Budgeting

Stakeholder collaboration

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

ArcGIS

Job description

City of Austin's Water Resources Team is seeking a Program Manager I to oversee cross-functional programs and projects. You will define goals, manage budgets, coordinate with internal and external stakeholders, and ensure on-time delivery of outcomes in a dynamic municipal environment.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree with 3 years of related experience, including leadership responsibilities. Strong analytical skills, communication, and ability to adapt to changing priorities are essential.