Job Description
Here’s The Role
At LCRA, we are seeking a Senior Water Supply Planner! In this role you would help lead water planning and development activities that contribute to the mission of conserving and improving water supplies in the Colorado River basin. You are someone that has expertise in water planning, works well with our customers, and can effectively develop water strategies and innovative solutions. As LCRA’s senior water supply planner, you will work independently and with LCRA staff to administer the LCRA Water Management Plan, guide updates to LCRA’s long-range Water Supply Resource Plan, develop business strategies for future water supply projects, and help lead the evaluation and implementation of new water supply strategies. We offer a balanced work/life approach that focuses on team interaction in a flexible environment including a hybrid work schedule. If you are looking to take the next career step in an outstanding organization while enhancing the lives of Texans, we would like to talk with you!
How You’ll Contribute
- Manage highly complex planning and water supply development projects.
- Serve in a leadership role in the Region K water planning process.
- Lead technical, regulatory, and public communications on complex studies.
- Prepare integrated watershed plans that optimize water supply and water quality solutions.
- Research new water supply technologies and their potential application.
- Develop analytical tools and model potential strategies with LCRA staff.
How You’re Qualified
- Nine or more years of experience in managing complex water supply planning and/or water supply development projects, including experience working with Texas water law and associated regulatory matters.
- A degree(s) in engineering, environmental sciences, hydrology or relevant field may be substituted per LCRA guidelines for certain years of experience.
How We’ll Support You
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Equal Opportunity Employer
- LCRA provides equal employment opportunities and a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at LCRA are based on business need, job requirement and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, or veteran status in accordance with applicable federal and state legal requirements governing nondiscrimination in employment.
- LCRA is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants with physical or mental disabilities. Applicants with a disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process can contact LCRA Human Resources (512) 578-4004 or email lcra.benefits@lcra.org. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.
