Posting Information
| Posting Number | 2025046 |
|---|---|
| Posting/Functional Title | Water Resource Coordinator |
| University Pay Plan Title | Grant Coordinator |
| Location | San Marcos |
| Department | Meadows Ctr for Water & the Environment |
| Recruitment Type | Open to All |
| Job Type | Full-Time |
| Funding Source | Grant |
| Monthly Salary | $4,720.33 – $5,666.00 |
| Job Category | Exempt |
| Required Qualifications: Applicants must specifically address how they meet these required qualifications to meet the requirements of the position. | Bachelor’s degree in Hydrology, Aquatic Sciences, Geography, Water Resource Management, or relevant degree program. Knowledge – Interpersonal Skills, Written and Oral Communication, Problem Solving, Technology – Water Quality Monitoring, Data Analysis, foundational knowledge of Geographic Information Systems. Analyze data; develop charts, tables, and graphs. Understand and interpretation of contracts. Commercial software experience with MS Office Suite, Contacts/database management, Water Quality Monitoring tools and software. Interpret contract deliverables, understand employer policies and procedures, and interpret federal and state program guidance and laws, guidelines, and policies related to the state’s water quality status and nonpoint source pollution.  Be able to properly communicate quarterly, final, and annual reports, special reports/research reports, data analysis interpretation reports, emails and other correspondence, newsletter articles, and public presentations, communicating with volunteers, staff members, and outside entities, (preparing material, determine content, format, and style); identify accommodations for presentations; develop agenda; present material effectively to groups of up to 100 on project components. Establish rapport with faculty, communities, stakeholders, volunteers, agencies, offices on campus, and outside entities. Accurate reading, writing, and listening skills. Ability to relay information at meetings. Ability to make decisions and adjust workflow. Analyze urgency, importance, and time needed to finish tasks. Creative engagement with stakeholders and partners. Ability to transfer monitoring data analyses and research outcomes to colleagues and members of the public. Ability to conduct research to gather accurate statistical, biological, sociological, hydrological, etc. data and policy information. Ability to write clearly and distinctly in English (Experience writing scientific and technical reports). Ability to interact professionally by telephone and in person, often with groups or individuals with modest social skills. |
| Preferred Qualifications | Graduate degree in Aquatic Sciences, Geography, Water Resource Management, or relevant degree program |
| Job Description | The Meadows Center for Water and the Environment (The Meadows Center) is an official university-level research center at Texas State University. The Meadows Center is committed to inspiring research, innovation, and leadership that ensures clean, abundant water for the environment and all humanity. We envision a world where all people understand and embrace the value of water and environmental stewardship. We fulfill our mission by integrating activities across four pillars of action: research, leadership, education, and stewardship. Our work in each of these pillars begins at Spring Lake – one of the largest artesian springs in the world – and ripples outward across Texas and beyond.The Meadows Center is hiring a Water Resource Coordinator to manage research across various programs in the Watershed Services Department. Responsibilities include overseeing project development, serving as Principal Investigator and Quality Assurance Officer for grants, and leading research and water quality monitoring efforts for multiple programs. Duties involve coordinating programs, developing proposals, managing budgets, conducting trainings, performing water quality monitoring, and engaging with stakeholders. The role also includes data analysis, reporting, and collaborating with other institutions. The coordinator will supervise staff and students to enhance research quality and output. |
| Job Duties | Lead and/or advise on environmental research for Watershed Services Programs, including Coastal Programs, Clean Rivers Program, and Texas Stream Team. Serve as Quality Assurance Officer and Principal Investigator (or Co-PI) for research proposals and grants. Present research at national, state, and local meetings and workshops. Supervise and mentor Watershed Services staff, graduate assistants, and student workers directly/indirectly. Develop policies and procedures for Meadows Center interdepartmental research and quality assurance programs. Collaborate with external partners, research institutes and universities to develop funding proposals, research opportunities, and advance research goals of the Meadows Center and Texas State University. Oversee supply inventory and purchasing, and equipment maintenance. Oversee design and implementation of data collection, analysis, and reporting for watershed protection efforts, water quality monitoring initiatives, and groundwater/surface water interaction studies. Prepare newsletter articles, data reports and lead or co-lead presentations, trainings, and workshops. Perform other duties as assigned. |
| Additional Information to Applicants | In a Word document, applicants must explain how they qualify for each of the listed required qualifications. This document is attached for “Other Required Documents” under the section “Applicant Documents”. Failure to include this document will disqualify the applicant.Applicants must upload a cover letter, resume, transcripts (unofficial will be accepted), a writing sample, and a list of references to their application. Failure to include these documents will disqualify the applicant.Applicant must be able to obtain a Texas Driver’s License within 30 days of employment.This job will require some travel and occasional work on weekends. |
| Job Open Date | 10/04/2024 |
| Job Close Date (posting closes at midnight) | |
| Open Until Filled | Yes |
| Normal Work Days | Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday |
| Normal Work Hours Start | 8:00AM |
| Normal Work Hours End | 5:00PM |
| Posting Notices | You will be required to electronically attach a resume., You will be required to electronically attach a cover letter., You will be required to electronically attach a list of references., You will be required to electronically attach a transcript. |
| Legal and Required Notices | Texas State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications. |
| Why work @ Texas State? | • Amazing health insurance: various coverage options starting your first day of employment for full-time employees with Texas State paying 100% of the employee premium and 50% for your dependents! • Generous paid time off: vacation, holidays, sick days and many more! • Excellent work life balance resources: mother and family-friendly resources in addition to a comprehensive FREE wellness program • Great training and development opportunities: choose from a variety of classroom and online course offerings, learning resources, certifications, and employee educational support programs. • An inclusive Bobcat community: join our many social networks offered on and off-campus • Retirement peace of mind: TRS pension, retirement plans and voluntary saving options with generous employer contributionsBy joining the Texas State Bobcat team, you’ll be a part of one of the most beautiful, diverse, and growing universities in the nation. |
| Quick Link | https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/49515 |
Applicant Document
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Unofficial Transcripts (all in one document)
- Other Required Documents
- List of References
- Writing Sample
Optional Documents
- DD 214/DD1300
- Veteran’s Preference
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- *Â Do you currently hold or have the ability to obtain a drivers license within 90 days of employment?
- Yes
- No
- * Do you have knowledge of the following: Interpersonal Skills, Written and Oral Communication, Problem Solving, Accurate reading, writing, and listening skills?(Open Ended Question)
- *Â Do you have a Bachelor’s Degree in Hydrology, Aquatic Sciences, Geography, Water Resource Management, or relevant degree program?
- Yes
- No
- * Demonstrate experience in the following: MS Office Suite, Contacts/database management, Water Quality Monitoring tools and software, foundational knowledge of Geographic Information Systems(Open Ended Question)
- * Demonstrate experience in the following: Interpreting contract deliverables, understanding employer policies and procedures, and interpreting federal and state program guidance and laws, guidelines, and policies related to the state’s water quality status and nonpoint source pollution.
- Yes
- No
- *Â Demonstrate experience in establishing rapport with faculty, communities, stakeholders, volunteers, agencies, offices on campus, and outside entities.
- Yes
- No
- * Ability to make decisions and adjust workflow. Analyze urgency, importance, and time needed to finish tasks.(Open Ended Question)
- * Demonstrate experience in written and verbal communication, including emails, newsletters, public presentations, and creative engagement with volunteers, staff, stakeholders, and external partners, as well as the ability to transfer monitoring data analyses and research outcomes to colleagues and the public.(Open Ended Question)
- * Demonstrate experience in the ability to design and conduct research to gather accurate statistical, biological, sociological, hydrological, etc. data and policy information.(Open Ended Question)
- * Demonstrate experience in research analysis and reporting including data analysis, interpretation, and writing of clear and concise scientific and technical reports.(Open Ended Question)
