Engineering Specialist III (L21063)

TEXAS COMMISSION ON ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY

TCEQ: www.tceq.texas.gov www.takecareoftexas.org

State Title: Engineering Specialist III
Functional Title:
Job Posting: L21063
Monthly Salary: $3955.00
Salary Group: B19
Posting Date: 01/22/2021
Close Date: 02/05/2021
Division: Water Supply
Work Location: 12100 Park 35 Circle, Austin, TX 78753
Openings: One
Position #(s): 53066

Job Description:
Reviews and evaluates engineering design and performance data for public water systems utilizing groundwater or surface water; and assists management with planning, organizing, and coordinating program activities for the Plan and Technical Review Section of the Water Supply Division of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ). Reviews requests for exceptions to public water system design standards submitted by licensed professional engineers and other water supply professionals; reviews and evaluates design and performance data; applies regulations in a manner consistent with sound engineering practices and public health principles; prepares reports and correspondence to memorialize decisions. Working under the direction of senior staff, reviews innovative technologies related to public water systems. Assists management with the planning, organization, and coordination of team projects, to include tracking assignment workflow to ensure timelines are met. Provides technical assistance to consulting engineers, city and county officials, water system owners and operators, agency staff, other governmental entities, and the public. Performs technical peer- review of correspondence prepared by contractors and other team members.

Military Occupational Codes:
12A, 12X, 51S, 72D, EA, 50, 59, ENG10, 8831, 8834, 3E5X1, and 8E000.

Minimum Qualifications:
A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a major in engineering, basic science, mathematics, environmental science, computer science or a related field (COPY OF OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT REQUIRED WITH APPLICATION), plus two years of full-time experience in performing engineering, technical, or related assignments.
OR A master’s degree from an accredited college or university in the specified fields plus one year of full-time experience in performing engineering, technical, or related assignments (COPY OF OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT REQUIRED WITH APPLICATION). One year of full-time experience in performing engineering, technical, or related assignments may be substituted for each year of the required education.

Preferred Requirements:
Experience reviewing or preparing requests for exceptions to 30 TAC Chapter 290 and/or public water system plans and specifications. Experience reviewing or preparing requests for regulatory approvals of disinfection protocols at groundwater and/or surface water treatment plants. Experience planning, organizing, and coordinating team projects, to include tracking assignment workflow, memorializing decisions, and ensuring timelines are met. Experience using spreadsheets and databases to manage data and produce reports. Experience writing checklists, standard operating procedures, and/or work instruction. Experience conducting technical and administrative peer reviews of correspondence/reports and providing constructive feedback to improve the quality of work.

Special Requirements:
Moving up to 50 pounds of boxes, projectors, publications, etc.
Traveling up to 15% of the time.
The agency will review the applicant’s driving history in connection with the use of a vehicle in the performance of the job.

Condition of Employment:
TCEQ will verify Selective Service registration for males born on or after January 1, 1960. If exempt from Selective Service registration selected candidate must provide proof of exemption on first day of employment. Offers of employment are contingent on the candidate having legal authorization to work for the TCEQ. TCEQ will conduct a criminal history records search on candidates selected for posted vacancies. Only applicants who are interviewed will receive written non-select notification.

To Apply:

Mail a State of Texas Application to TCEQ Human Resources & Staff Services, P.O. Box 13087, MC – 116 Austin, TX 78711-3087; or submit in person, at 12100 Park 35 Circle, Bldg. A, Austin, Texas 78753 by the close date. An electronically signed copy is acceptable.

In compliance with ADA, if you need any special accommodations during the employment process, please contact HRSS for assistance at (512) 239-0102.

Texas Commission on Environmental Quality is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $3,955.00 per month

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• engineering: 6 years (Preferred)

Work Location:

• One location

This Job Is:

• A job for which military experienced candidates are encouraged to apply
• Open to applicants who do not have a college diploma

Company's website:

• www.tceq.texas.gov

Work Remotely:

• Temporarily due to COVID-19

COVID-19 Precaution(s):

• Remote interview process