Director of River Operations
- Employer
- LCRA
- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Salary
- Competitive
- Closing date
- Jan 26, 2025
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- Specialty
- Water, Wastewater & Stormwater Infrastructure
- Position Type
- Director
- Organization Type
- Firm
Director of River Operations
Job No: 498209
FT/PT: Full-time
Regular/Project/Seasonal: Regular
Location: Austin, TX 78703
City: Austin
State: Texas
Categories: Operations/Maintenance (Power, Water, Transmission, Telecom), Management, Hybrid
At LCRA, we are looking for a dynamic leader to join our team as the Director of River Operations! As a part of LCRA’s Water Operations team, the Director leads staff responsible for managing water supply operations and flood events. The Director provides oversight and direction to the River Operations Control Center and its related engineering and hydrologic functions. This position requires strong leadership skills, and the ability to balance operational goals with sustainable practices. Our ideal candidate will be knowledgeable about reservoir operations during flood events as well as management of water supply operations in a large basin. This role is an integral part of our river operations team and LCRA’s mission to enhance the quality of life of the Texans we serve through water stewardship, energy, and community service!
You will be trusted to: - Provide technical oversight to hydraulic and hydrologic analysis related to the operation of rivers and dams. |
You qualify with: - Eight or more years of post-Bachelors experience or other relevant experience, including experience in flood control operations for major reservoirs, remote data collection systems and providing leadership for water operations teams. You are a great fit with: - Licensed Professional Engineer in the State of Texas |
You gain: - Competitive salary & medical, dental, vision and legal insurance - Paid time off, including time for vacation, sick and family care leave - 401(k) match up to 8% that includes a student loan 401(k) contribution program option - Life and disability insurance - Wellness program including wellness incentive - Extensive learning & development programs And more - all to create a compelling and rewarding work environment. |
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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.
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