**Must meet agency in-office requirements**

***Internal - Only Current TWDB Employees will be considered***

***Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications***

TEXAS WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD’S MISSION

Leading the state’s efforts in ensuring a secure water future for Texas.

WORKING AT THE TWDB

See why our work makes an impact!

The Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), flexible spending, and flexible work alternatives so you can have a work/life balance! For more information about these benefits and more visit:

http://www.twdb.texas.gov/jobs/benefits.asp.

Please visit TWDB Career Page: http://www.twdb.texas.gov/jobs/ for more information.

MILITARY EMPLOYMENT PREFERENCE

Veterans, Reservists or Guardsmen with an MOS or additional duties that fall in the fields of SEI15 Enterprise Policy, Planning, Budget, and Management, 0203 Ground Intelligence Officer, 86M0 Operations Management, or other related fields pertaining to the minimum experience requirements may meet the minimum qualifications for this position and are highly encouraged to apply.

Additional Military Crosswalk information can be accessed at

https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_ProgramManagement.pdf

Job Description Summary

Performs complex (journey-level) managerial work administering the daily operations and activities of the Texas Water Development Board’s loan closing team within the Applications Department-Credit Review. Works closely with the Applications Department - Credit Review Manager, Regional Water Project Development (RWPD) financial analysts, regional team managers, WSI Leadership, and other offices. Sets priorities, establishes goals and objectives, manages workload, reviews work, and provides direction, support, and oversight to effectively manage competing projects, tasks, and deadlines. Exercises initiative and demonstrates sound, independent judgement. Supervises the workflow of the loan closing team, reviews final closing documents for accuracy and completeness, and administers day-to-day operations of the team. Researches and resolves issues and answers questions from attorneys and/or stakeholders. Directly manages personnel matters affecting the team and may develop, evaluate, and monitor the team’s budget expenditures. Works under general supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgement. This position reports to the manager of the Applications Department - Credit Review.

Essential Job Functions

• Manages, oversees, and assigns the work of staff, setting priorities, and providing direction, support, and oversight to effectively manage competing projects, tasks, and deadlines.
• Provides effective and proactive leadership and management of the team and actively maintains knowledge about requirements, projects, and applicants.
• Manages and administers personnel and evaluates and addresses staff performance.
• Collaborates with RWPD management in setting and meeting goals.
• Ensures review of loan and grant closings, and all other milestones are completed and documented according to agency procedures and program requirement.
• Maintains an up-to-date closing calendar and coordinates workload to meet deadlines.
• Manages all project activities within the team, providing technical direction and guidance.
• Stays informed of team activities, communications, and issues related to the team and its projects.
• Coordinates with other agency offices as needed to stay informed of issues affecting the team.
• Monitors and reports team activities.
• Reviews and evaluates some loan closing documents based upon established guidelines.
• Develops and maintains professional and positive working relationships with stakeholders.
• Ensures the accuracy and completeness of TxWISE data entries.
• Conducts and participates in outreach and marketing efforts, including public speaking and occasional presentations to the Board.
• Accountable for the team’s work products, performance, and activities.
• Leads by example, providing guidance and assistance in a clear, concise, and consistent manner.
• Ensures staff complete tasks in a timely manner, with minimal errors, and in accordance with applicable rules, policies, procedures, and guidance.
• Ensures the team maintains current and accurate information in the agency’s project database.
• Directly addresses and effectively manages personnel issues, including hiring, separations, follow-through on disciplinary actions as needed, and employee performance rewards.
• Promotes an environment that encourages teamwork, accountability, professional development, and improvement in performance for self and staff.
• Manages the performance of direct reports, to include timely completion of performance appraisals, and follow-through on disciplinary actions as needed.
• Assigns job duties, clarifies roles and responsibilities, and monitors and measures performance against goals.
• Evaluates team performance and recommends and leads improvements.
• Ensures the provision of quality customer service from the team to stakeholders.
• Maintains confidential and sensitive information.
• Ensures individual and team files (electronic and hard versions) are appropriately maintained and timely disposed of in accordance with the agency’s records retention procedures and schedule.
• Maintains required certifications and licenses and meets the continuing education needs and requirements of the position to include, attending mandatory training courses.
• May be required to operate a state or personal vehicle for business purposes.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation from accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• Two years of relevant experience managing projects, closing loans or bond issuance or providing office administration.
• Two years of relevant work experience leading projects/programs or supervising staff.
• Relevant experience and education can be substituted for each another on a year-for-year basis.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two years relevant work experience working with the TWDB financial assistance programs.
• Loan closing, legal, bond issuance, or regulatory experience.
• Experience in managing, overseeing, or directing the work of a team, in a management or team lead role.
• Loan closing, legal, bond issuance, or regulatory experience.
• Previous experience reviewing financial related contracts.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

• Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws and regulations relevant to the Applications Department - Credit Review.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of public administration and management.
• Skills in using Microsoft Office programs such as Word, Excel, and Access.
• Skills in use of internet, email, word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, and database software.
• Ability to meet agency in-office requirements.
• Ability to adhere to work schedules, follow procedures with respect to leave and submit accurate timesheets by prescribed deadlines.
• Ability to make mature, objective decisions and identify areas of potential problems.
• Ability to perform effectively and willingly when changes occur in scope and nature of the work and work environment.
• Ability to perform routine and non-routine work assignments accurately and on-time with little or no supervision.
• Ability to perform assigned duties and improve work habits and/or output.
• Ability to complete assigned work, on time, neatly and in order with infrequent errors.
• Ability to complete tasks and projects in a timely manner and persists until tasks are completed.
• Ability to interpret policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Ability to provide prompt, courteous and accurate assistance, and clear and concise communication to agency staff, as well as to employees of other political entities and the public both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work with others in a team environment and cooperate with supervisors, co-workers, and others.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and schedule work in order to maintain regular progress on assignments and meet deadlines.
• Ability to stand/sit/move to perform activities such as retrieve/replace files in large file system for boxes up to 30 lbs.
• Ability and willingness to travel 5% of the time, primarily within the State of Texas.
• Ability to operate a vehicle (state or personal) for state business and maintain a driver’s license and driving record that complies with state and agency requirements.
• Ability to work shifts that may exceed eight hours, including early mornings, nights, and weekends.
• Ability to train others.
• Ability to assign and/or supervise the work of others.

REMARKS

• A copy of required academic transcripts and/or licensures and driving record must be submitted at the time of hire. Failure to provide required documentation will result in no further consideration for employment.
• Important Notice: Otherwise qualified candidates who are ultimately considered for potential employment with the Texas Water Development Board may be the subject of a request for any criminal history record information maintained by the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS). Evidence of a criminal conviction or other relevant information obtained from the DPS shall not automatically disqualify an individual from employment with the Texas Water Development Board.

APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED THROUGH WORK IN TEXAS

• Work In Texas (WIT) applicants must complete the supplemental questions to be considered for the posting. To complete the supplemental questions please go to CAPPS Recruit to register or login and access your profile.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

• The Texas Water Development Board does not discriminate on basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, sexual orientation, age, or disability in employment or provision of services, programs, or activities.

SELECTIVE SERVICE

• Males born on or after January 1, 1960, will be required to present proof of Selective Service registration on the first day of employment or proof of exemption from Selective Service registration requirement.

FINAL EMPLOYMENT OFFERS

• All offers of employment are contingent upon the candidate having legal authorization to work in the United States. Failure to present such authorization within the time specified by the U.S. Department of Labor will result in the offer being rescinded.

FOREIGN CREDENTIALS

• An evaluation of your coursework must be uploaded if you have obtained a degree(s) from a school outside of the United States; otherwise, you will not receive credit for degree progress and completion.

SPONSORSHIP

• Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship.

STATE OF TEXAS APPLICATION

• Resumes will not be accepted in place of a completed State of Texas application unless indicated.

E-VERIFY

• TWDB participates in E-Verify! Information from each new employee’s Form I-9 will be provided to the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to confirm work authorization.

EMPLOYMENT AT-WILL

• Employment with the Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) is on an at- will basis.

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT

• The TWDB is in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits of employment, please contact the Human Resources Division for assistance at (512) 475-2142. Deaf and hard of hearing applicants may contact our office via Relay Texas at 1-800-735-2989 (TTY/TDD).

HEADQUARTER LOCATION AND CONTACT INFORMATION

Texas Water Development Board
Stephen F. Austin Building
1700 North Congress Avenue
Austin, Texas 78701
hr@twdb.texas.gov
Phone: (512) 475-2142