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Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications TEXAS WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARDS MISSION Leading the states efforts in ensuring a secure water future for Texas. WORKING AT THE TWDB See why our work makes an impact and why the TWDB is a great place to work! The Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) endorses telecommuting and hybrid workplace plans, in addition to other flexible work alternatives. We offer competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), flexible spending, and flexible work hours so you can have a work/life balance! For more information about these benefits and more visit: http://www.twdb.texas.gov/jobs/benefits.asp. Please visit TWDB Career Page: http://www.twdb.texas.gov/jobs/ for more information. MILITARY EMPLOYMENT PREFERENCE Veterans, Reservists or Guardsmen with an MOS or additional duties that fall in the fields of 12Y Geospatial Engineer, IS Intelligence Specialist, 0241 Imagery Analysis Specialist, 0261Geographic Intelligence Specialist, 1N1X1 Geospatial Intelligence, or other related fields pertaining to the minimum experience requirements may meet the minimum qualifications for this position and are highly encouraged to apply. Additional Military Crosswalk information can be accessed at https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_ProgramManagement.pdf JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARYPerforms highly complex (senior-level) geographic information system work for the River Science and Hydrosurvey Program. This Program focuses on conducting bathymetric and sedimentation surveys of reservoirs and studies of surface water-groundwater interactions, environmental (instream) flows, and geomorphology of rivers. This position primarily serves to furnish lake owners and water planners with updated information about the storage capacity of state reservoirs for use in planning for the present and future water needs of Texans. Work involves assisting with the processing and dissemination of geospatial data. Conducts GIS analysis of lake volumetric and lake sediment data. Prepares elevation-area-capacity tables and contour maps of surveyed lakes. Evaluates bathymetric data, interprets results, and prepares technical reports. Communicates with management and customers on reservoir capacity and sedimentation issues. Documents and contributes to improving procedures for processing and analyzing lake survey data. May participate in field data collection for the River Science and Hydrosurvey Program, as needed. May train others. Works under limited supervision with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Reports to the Manager of the River Science and Hydrosurvey Department. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Processes and analyzes hydrographic survey data, topographic data, and sediment core samples. Quantifies reservoir volumetric and sedimentation survey results and produce elevation-area-capacity tables. Compiles, evaluates, and interprets geographic data from various sources including field observations, satellite imagery, aerial photographs, and existing maps. Enters required data into a geographic information system. Digitizes, analyzes, and maintains spatial databases of relevant information. Documents procedures. Validates data for accuracy and completeness. Completes approved metadata forms, and produces maps of the resulting information. Creates and analyzes lidar data and GIS files and performs data processing quality-control duties. Prepares technical reports describing methodology, results, and recommendations. Produces pre-field survey documents and provides logistical support for fie d surveys. Provides quality customer service and technical support to management, customers, and clients. Prepares and maintains work process documents and manuals describing internal procedures. Trains staff in the use of software and programmatic procedures and reporting. Assists in developing improvements to data analysis techniques. May serve as a contract manager and assist in the management of receivable contracts. May collect bathymetric data and sediment core samples as part of field investigations. Maintains confidential and sensitive information. Ensures individual and team files (electronic and hard versions) are appropriately maintained and timely disposed of in accordance with the agencys records retention procedures and schedule. Maintains required certifications and licenses and meets the continuing education needs and requirements of the position to include, attending mandatory training courses. May be required to operate a state or personal vehicle for business purposes. May travel up to 5% of the time. Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in Civil Engineering, Geography, Hydrology, Natural Sciences, or a related field. Five years of experience conducting GIS, water resources, or natural resources work. Experience using ESRIs ArcGIS software product suite. Experience processing, analyzing, interpreting, and displaying scientific datasets in different formats. Relevant education and experience can be substituted on a year-for-year basis. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Graduate degree from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in Civil Engineering, Geographic Information Sciences, Geography, Hydrology, Natural Sciences, or a related field. Licensed as a Professional Engineer by the State of Texas or Certification as an Engineer-in-Training. Experience collecting, managing, and/or analyzing water resources, terrain, and other geospatial data. Experience running, modifying, and testing automation tools and scripts. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSAS) Knowledge of state and federal laws and regulations relevant to the River Science Hydrosurvey Department, including water management in Texas. Knowledge of the principles and practices of public administration. Knowledge of hydrology, hydraulics, geomorphology, and/or ecological principles, techniques, and procedures as applied to reservoirs and riverine systems, including relevant mathematics and statistical methods. Knowledge of terminology related to geographic information systems, including legal descriptions, cartography, engineering, construction plans, aerial photography, and orthophotography. Knowledge in the use of surveying tools, equipment, and instruments, including use of GPS systems. Skills in using Microsoft Office programs such as Word, Excel, Access, and Teams. Skills in use of internet, email, word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, and database software. Skills in writing technical reports and memos, project proposals, and other programmatic documents. Skills in scientific data collection, management, analysis, and interpretation, particularly of hydrographic survey and sediment data. Skills in solving problems. Skills in testing, installing, and implementing geographic information system programs. Skills in the use of applicable software; and in troubleshooting system issues