GLO - Coastal Texas Project Manager (Project Manager III)

Job Description

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

Performs project management work, involving coordinating the planning and initiation of projects at various levels of completion; monitoring the progress and schedule of projects; and communicating with project stakeholders, management, and other relevant parties, and may assign duties and responsibilities and coordinate the work of project staff. Performs complex (journey-level) project management work. Works under general supervision, with moderate 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:

• Project Manager for the state funding contracts for the Coastal Texas Project and GCPD project activities that are administered by the GLO. This includes coordinating, planning, and evaluating activities using accepted project management methodologies.

• Coordinates GLO efforts that advance Coastal Texas with Gulf Coast Protection District (GCPD) and USACE, and maximize the possibility of work-in-kind (WIK) credit for work performed by the GLO and contractor. This include serving as PM for GLO CEPRA projects that advance Coastal Texas. Provides updates on GCPD and USACE activities that are funded through HB1. This includes reports to GLO management and other divisions, and state legislature if needed.

• Coordinates and communicates directly with the USACE to ensure WIK project documentation is compliant with federal standards. This includes contractor selection and payments, construction activities, and documentation of GLO staff time and expenditures.

• Provide technical support to GCPD on coastal isssues and requirements. This includes coordinating CEPRA and Coastal field Operations Staff, and USACE.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Three (3) years of professional experience in coastal resource project management, environmental science, natural resource management, oceanographic sciences, or a related field.

Preferred Qualifications:

• An advanced degree in natural science, environmental science, coastal studies, engineering, geology or related field.

• More than three (3) years experience working directly with coastal resource management, environmental science, natural resource management, or oceanographic sciences project management.

• Ability to effectively communicate with stakeholders and write technical reports.

• Experience working directly with USFWS, USACE, and/or similar agencies on developing and obtaining permits.

• Proven ability to manage complex coastal-related projects.

• Professional Geo-scientist licensed by the Texas Board of Geo-scientists 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 for this position, please submit your application online through the CAPPS Career Site (preferred method) or complete a State of Texas Application in WorkInTexas at www.workintexas.com. It is not necessary to apply through both WorkInTexas and the CAPPS Career Site.
• Applications must be fully completed and include a comprehensive employment history, detailing job titles, dates of employment, employer names, supervisors¿ names and phone numbers, and a summary of responsibilities. Submission of a résumé is also required.
• In accordance with federal law, all individuals selected for hire will be required to verify their identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the appropriate employment eligibility verification documentation upon hire.
• Positions assigned to this classification are designated as security¿sensitive pursuant to Texas Labor Code, Section 301.042.
• Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States. The agency is unable to sponsor or assume sponsorship of an employment visa.