Property Manager (Austin Water)
City of Austin
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Job summary
City of Austin is seeking a Property Manager to oversee one or more properties, including operations, maintenance, and safety compliance. The role requires strong leadership, budgeting, and vendor management to ensure reliable facilities services across multiple sites.
You will supervise skilled craft staff, coordinate with departments, and develop long-range plans while maintaining compliance with COA policies and safety standards.
Qualifications
- Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus seven years of related experience, including three in a supervisory role.
- Municipal facilities management experience is preferred.
- Ability to manage budgets, vendors, and cross-functional teams.
Responsibilities
- Oversees daily facility operations and maintenance.
- Coordinates construction, HVAC, plumbing, and related services.
- Manages budgets, forecasts expenses, and prepares monthly reports.
- Supervises staff and vendor contractors to meet service levels.
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Job description
For over 100 years, Austin Water has been committed to providing safe, reliable, high-quality, and affordable water services to our customers. Today, we serve over 1,000,000 people in the Austin metropolitan area, across more than 548 square miles. As one of the fastest-growing cities in the country, we’re not just keeping up—we’re leading the way with sustainable infrastructure, advanced treatment technology, and environmental innovation. Austin Water consistently ranks among the best in the country when it comes to water quality. We also treat, return, and recycle wastewater in ways that protect environmental resources. Austin Water exceeds federal and state requirements for clean water and environmental compliance at our water and wastewater treatment plants.
Property Manager
Under general direction, this position manages all aspects of a single property or portfolio of properties, department-wide programs, or operations.
- Coordinates and supervises the activities of skilled craft positions, including plumbing, electrical, Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC), involved in minor construction, building maintenance, and related activities, as well as the activities of Building and Grounds (or Custodial) staff or program.
- Responds to occupant needs and ensures that administrative, building, technical, and custodial staff resolve problems.
- Ensures all services provided to properties comply with City of Austin (COA) and Austin Facilities Management policies, procedures, regulations, contractual obligations, and standards.
- Conducts periodic property inspections and recommends and/or approves alterations, maintenance, and reconditioning.
- Contracts for and supervises vendor services as required.
- Serves as the primary contact for occupant department-specific points of contact (SPOCs) and Austin Facilities senior management.
- Develops, controls, and monitors annual budgets for operating and capital expenses, forecasts management plans, and prepares monthly performance reports.
- Evaluates the effectiveness and efficiency of programs, properties, and projects.
- Develops and recommends short- and long-range plans.
- Coordinates activities with other divisions and sections.
- Fosters COA and departmental safety culture and enforces safety rules.
- Develops and establishes goals, priorities, and procedures.
- Responsible for the full range of supervisory activities including selection, training, evaluation, counseling, and recommendation for dismissal.
- Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.
- Knowledge of management and budgeting principles.
- Knowledge of maintenance operations.
- Knowledge of applicable legislation and legal requirements.
- Knowledge of financial terms and principles.
- Knowledge of advanced analytical and quantitative skills.
- Skill in personnel management.
- Skill in budget development and administration.
- Skill in developing and maintaining good working relationships with contractors, other City employees, and the general public.
- Skill in using applicable software applications.
- Skill in data analysis and problem‑solving.
- Skill in planning and organizing.
- Skill in oral and written communication.
- Ability to multitask and prioritize.
- Ability to provide efficient, timely, and courteous customer service.
- Ability to conduct advanced financial analysis.
- Ability to comprehend, analyze, and interpret complex documents.
- Ability to foster and develop systematic processes and continuous improvement principles.
- Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus seven (7) years of experience in a related field, including three (3) years of experience in a supervisory capacity.
- One (1) additional year of education may substitute for one (1) year of the required experience, with a maximum substitution of three (3) years.
None.
- Advanced professional experience in facilities management within a municipal environment.
- Proven track record in managing third‑party vendor performance and enforcing service level agreements.
- Advanced experience with direct supervision, scheduling, and evaluation of maintenance technicians and trade specialists across various disciplines.
- Experience in managing and maintaining multi‑site, multi‑building complexes, including treatment plants, administrative buildings, and laboratories.
- Familiarity with budget or contract management.
- Knowledge of building automation control systems.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
- Willingness and ability to travel to multiple work locations.
The annual hiring range for this position is $75,950.00-$95,700.00.
The Property Manager oversees and directs facility operations, maintenance, and safety compliance. This role requires a strong understanding of core building systems, effective leadership, and strong problem-solving skills. The position will encompass a full range of responsibilities, including operations management, systems oversight, staff supervision, and ensuring safety and compliance.
This position has been designated as critical for the City of Austin. Critical positions support activities that impact City or department operations. Work can be done at a designated work site or at an alternate work location. Critical employees may be reassigned to another area to provide essential services during extraordinary situations or emergency conditions.
$75,950 - $95,700 annually.
Waller Creek Center (625 E. 10th Street, Austin, Texas 78741).
Monday Through Friday, 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM. Must be able to be in the office when needed and travel to other work locations in the Austin area. Telework, in accordance with policy, may be considered after the employment probationary period.
If you are selected for this position, and meet the Driver Safety Standards in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program, you may drive when necessary to multiple locations as part of your regular job duties. Otherwise, you are responsible for getting to and from these locations.
Working with Austin Water provides several health and welfare benefits, such as medical coverage, paid leave, a great retirement plan, training opportunities, and more.
All Austin Water employees are prohibited from accepting or engaging in any secondary employment that may conflict with or interfere with their duties and responsibilities to the Department. Austin Water will review all secondary employment. Employees must submit a Secondary Employment Application for review and approval upon being hired with Austin Water, as well as current Austin Water employees considering secondary employment.
This posting may be used to fill additional vacancies that occur within the department. All Austin Water worksite locations are tobacco-free. The use of tobacco products and/or e‑cigarettes is not permitted on any AW worksite, including construction sites, parking lots, garages, or in any personal vehicle located on the premises.
Applicants will be notified via email about their application status as part of an ongoing effort to increase operational efficiency, promote a green environment, and minimize delays and costs. Ensure that the email address and contact information you provide are current, secure, and readily accessible to you. The City of Austin/Austin Water will not be responsible in any way if you do not receive email communications, fail to check your inbox, or fail to respond promptly.
Please note this posting may close at any time after 7 days. IMPORTANT NOTE TO APPLICANTS: Postings close at 12:00 a.m. on the listed End Date. All application steps – including document uploads and final submission – must be completed by 11:59 p.m. on the day prior to the End Date. We recommend saving or printing a copy of the job posting for your records. Once a posting has closed, it will no longer be viewable in the system.
At the City of Austin, we are more than just an employer—we are a vibrant community dedicated to shaping one of the nation's most dynamic and innovative cities. As we strive to fulfill our commitment as public servants, it is important that we ground our efforts in a set of guiding principles – Empathy, Ethics, Excellence, Engagement, and Equity – that anchor our delivery of services that significantly impact the lives of Austinites. Joining the City of Austin means embarking on a purposeful career, contributing to the community, and being part of a forward-thinking organization that values every employee.
- Make a Difference: Join a team driving meaningful change in one of the fastest-growing cities in the nation.
- Value and Innovation: Work in an environment where employees are valued, and innovation thrives.
- Competitive Benefits: Enjoy a comprehensive compensation package that includes generous leave, work-life balance programs, and extensive benefits.
- Retirement Security: Plan for the future with the City of Austin Employees' Retirement System.
- Sustainable Transportation Options: Commute easily with access to public transit and bike-friendly infrastructure.
- Focus on Wellness: Stay healthy through wellness programs, on-site fitness centers, and mental health support.
- Career Growth: Advance your skills and expertise with professional development and leadership opportunities.
- Modern Workspaces: Work in innovative and sustainable environments that foster collaboration and inspiration.
The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual's AIDS, AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk. City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.
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