City of Cedar Park
The City of Cedar Park is hiring for a
Conservation Program Manager
to join our team in the Public Works and Utilities Department.
Cedar Park offers a comprehensive benefits package, including city‑subsidized health benefits, life and disability insurance, voluntary benefits, a robust pension plan with TMRS, and a casual dress code.
Responsibilities
Coordinate various conservation programs to include, but not limited to, HHW curbside collection, conservation rebates, water conservation programs and enforcement, conservation education programs.
Implement, manage and report on various sustainability and resiliency programs, including those initiatives identified in the City’s Master Resource and Resiliency Plan.
Participate in industry‑related groups such as the Central Texas Clean Air Coalition and Central Texas Water Efficiency Network.
Collaborate with the Media and Communications Department regarding education and managing related outreach campaigns.
Review and approve temporary watering variances, LCRA and City rebates, and manage conservation supplies.
Perform water conservation outreach efforts, including, but not limited to, the tracking and processing of conservation‑related violations and customer outreach related to violations.
Investigate and answer citizen complaints and provide assistance related to city programs.
Communicate and interact with the public to promote an understanding of conservation initiatives.
Prepare and make formal presentations to City council, Homeowners Associations, public schools, civic organizations and at public events.
Collaborate with other area water conservation personnel to benchmark water and drought restrictions and programs to implement common conservation policies and standards, when appropriate.
Review and update ordinance, develop communication and resources to support the City Council and various operational needs.
Research energy, water, and natural resources conservation policies, best practices, and legislation to recommend changes to conservation initiatives.
Prepare studies, reports, briefs, or other written materials on energy, water, or natural resource conservation to inform customers and City leadership.
Complete annual Water Conservation Reports to the Texas Water Development Board as required.
Make updates to the City’s Drought Contingency and Water Emergency Plan and Water Conservation Plan as required by TCEQ.
Prepare grant applications to obtain funding for programs related to energy, water, and natural resource conservation.
Provide technical advice to conservation program participants.
Perform such other related duties as may be required.
Qualifications Education & Experience Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field, with three (3) years of applicable industry experience preferred. Any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is acceptable. Possess a valid Texas driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
Knowledge of
Environmental regulations regarding conservation requirements and initiatives.
Methods and techniques of conservation practices.
Municipal government operations, practices and codes, basic principles of data collection, collation, analysis, and dissemination.
Basic principles and procedures of record keeping; and some knowledge of Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI).
Skills & Abilities
Ability to work independently and make responsible decisions.
Skill in creating spreadsheets, charts, tables, graphs, and reports.
Skill in preparing Word documents and PowerPoint presentations.
Skill in oral presentations to various audiences such as City management, City Council, industry groups, school program attendees, and other groups.
Skill in operating various office equipment, including computers and software.
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing with internal and external customers.
Skill in maintaining effective working relationships with co‑workers.
Ability to provide superior customer service to internal and external customers.
Work Conditions
Physical Demand: Able to lift 25 lbs, drive, kneel and squat for short periods of time, speak publicly to various audiences.
Environmental Demands: This position mainly works in an office setting, with an occasional need to work outdoors (no uniforms provided for this position and no chemical exposure).
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The City of Cedar Park complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.
Application Process This position is open until filled. Please submit your application as soon as possible to ensure you are considered for this position. Candidates selected for interview will be contacted by the hiring manager. For consideration, please apply online at https://www.cedarparktexas.gov/.
Equal Opportunity Employer The City of Cedar Park is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. As an EEO employer, the City will conduct its staffing activities, selection, promotion, demotion, transfer, training, and separation in accordance with Federal, State, and Local EEO laws and regulations as they affect the City. The City of Cedar Park will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, veteran status, or disability.
The City of Cedar Park has the right to revise this position description at any time and does not represent in any way a contract of employment.
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Conservation Program Manager
to join our team in the Public Works and Utilities Department.
Cedar Park offers a comprehensive benefits package, including city‑subsidized health benefits, life and disability insurance, voluntary benefits, a robust pension plan with TMRS, and a casual dress code.
Responsibilities
Coordinate various conservation programs to include, but not limited to, HHW curbside collection, conservation rebates, water conservation programs and enforcement, conservation education programs.
Implement, manage and report on various sustainability and resiliency programs, including those initiatives identified in the City’s Master Resource and Resiliency Plan.
Participate in industry‑related groups such as the Central Texas Clean Air Coalition and Central Texas Water Efficiency Network.
Collaborate with the Media and Communications Department regarding education and managing related outreach campaigns.
Review and approve temporary watering variances, LCRA and City rebates, and manage conservation supplies.
Perform water conservation outreach efforts, including, but not limited to, the tracking and processing of conservation‑related violations and customer outreach related to violations.
Investigate and answer citizen complaints and provide assistance related to city programs.
Communicate and interact with the public to promote an understanding of conservation initiatives.
Prepare and make formal presentations to City council, Homeowners Associations, public schools, civic organizations and at public events.
Collaborate with other area water conservation personnel to benchmark water and drought restrictions and programs to implement common conservation policies and standards, when appropriate.
Review and update ordinance, develop communication and resources to support the City Council and various operational needs.
Research energy, water, and natural resources conservation policies, best practices, and legislation to recommend changes to conservation initiatives.
Prepare studies, reports, briefs, or other written materials on energy, water, or natural resource conservation to inform customers and City leadership.
Complete annual Water Conservation Reports to the Texas Water Development Board as required.
Make updates to the City’s Drought Contingency and Water Emergency Plan and Water Conservation Plan as required by TCEQ.
Prepare grant applications to obtain funding for programs related to energy, water, and natural resource conservation.
Provide technical advice to conservation program participants.
Perform such other related duties as may be required.
Qualifications Education & Experience Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field, with three (3) years of applicable industry experience preferred. Any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is acceptable. Possess a valid Texas driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
Knowledge of
Environmental regulations regarding conservation requirements and initiatives.
Methods and techniques of conservation practices.
Municipal government operations, practices and codes, basic principles of data collection, collation, analysis, and dissemination.
Basic principles and procedures of record keeping; and some knowledge of Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI).
Skills & Abilities
Ability to work independently and make responsible decisions.
Skill in creating spreadsheets, charts, tables, graphs, and reports.
Skill in preparing Word documents and PowerPoint presentations.
Skill in oral presentations to various audiences such as City management, City Council, industry groups, school program attendees, and other groups.
Skill in operating various office equipment, including computers and software.
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing with internal and external customers.
Skill in maintaining effective working relationships with co‑workers.
Ability to provide superior customer service to internal and external customers.
Work Conditions
Physical Demand: Able to lift 25 lbs, drive, kneel and squat for short periods of time, speak publicly to various audiences.
Environmental Demands: This position mainly works in an office setting, with an occasional need to work outdoors (no uniforms provided for this position and no chemical exposure).
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The City of Cedar Park complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.
Application Process This position is open until filled. Please submit your application as soon as possible to ensure you are considered for this position. Candidates selected for interview will be contacted by the hiring manager. For consideration, please apply online at https://www.cedarparktexas.gov/.
Equal Opportunity Employer The City of Cedar Park is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. As an EEO employer, the City will conduct its staffing activities, selection, promotion, demotion, transfer, training, and separation in accordance with Federal, State, and Local EEO laws and regulations as they affect the City. The City of Cedar Park will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, veteran status, or disability.
The City of Cedar Park has the right to revise this position description at any time and does not represent in any way a contract of employment.
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