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Job Description
Grade 23 - Starting Annual Salary: $101,254.00. Rate of pay depends on qualifications.
Job Description
JOB SUMMARY
The Manager - Conservation that is responsible for Outdoor Conservation Initiatives and Conservation Policy Management. Some of the programs and staff under this position include: Conservation Consultations for Residential Customers, Commercial Consultations, Residential Customer Education & Outreach Initiatives, Contracts with Education Partner Organizations, the WaterSaver Landscape Coupon Program, the Outdoor Living Rebate, the Smart Controller Rebates for Commercial and Residential Customers, the GardenStyleSA.com website, the GardenStyleSA.com weekly e-newsletter, and on-line education initiatives such as webinars and on-line courses currently in development. This position will become the SAWS lead on issues pertaining to state, local and SAWS regulations that pertain to water usage and will address policy questions as well as initiatives to update local ordinance and utility service regulations. Supervises planners and field staff engaged in the implementation and development of outdoor conservation programs to support the Company mission, including project management, budgeting, long-range planning, public participation, customer development, policy development and coordination, and resource allocation. Helps ensure employees obtain appropriate licenses and keep up with required CEU credentials. Works collaboratively with two other Conservation Managers and the Vice President of Conservation to set long-term and annual goals and evaluate progress on meeting goals.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
All Specialties- Supervises, selects, develops, trains, and evaluates personnel.
- Develops, recommends, and implements division policies and procedures.
- Develops measures to analyze and improve division's overall efficiency.
- Forecasts, allocates, and monitors human, physical, and financial resources for the assigned area.
- Develops and participates in conceptual planning efforts.
- Presents technical and non-technical program information to a variety of audiences.
- Utilizes team building and consensus building skills to facilitate public participation and involvement.
- Establishes and maintains effective working relationships and public relations.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Leads the effort to create and market cutting-edge water conservation programs in program areas that address outdoor uses of water for commercial and residential customers.
- Oversees and implements an efficient program management structure and decision-support system through analysis of customer data, program participation, and program impacts, while coordinating and integrating input from advisory groups, customers, internal department, and industry stakeholders.
- Develops and deploys resources needed to conduct education and outreach activities in effort to develop and maintain relationships with industry stakeholders. This may include development of sophisticated communication strategies, conference participation, serving as primary liaison with professional associations, and demonstration project development, among other activities.
- Ensures program implementation and reporting is completed in compliance with applicable municipal, state, and federal regulation.
- Resolves policy concerns regarding costumer eligibility for program participation, rebate levels, and ordinance enforcement. If necessary, recommends adjustments in policies for conservation programs to the Vice President - Conservation.
- Directly supervises 5-25 employees.
- Works under limited supervision and guidance.
- Bachelor's Degree from an institution accredited by a recognized accrediting agency in Environmental Management, Urban Planning, Public or Business Administration, Engineering, Natural Sciences, Information Systems, Geography, or applicable related field.
- Six years' experience, including three years of supervising personnel in utility or municipal planning, conservation, and/or GIS and CADD mapping systems.
- Professional certifications in related field.
- Valid Class "C" Texas Driver's License.
All Specialties- Supervises, selects, develops, trains and evaluates personnel.
- Contacts with internal and external customers, partners, and stakeholders.
- Communicates effectively, verbally and in writing.
Working conditions are primarily in an office environment and performs occasional to field visits. Operates a company vehicle on an occasional basis.
May be required to work hours other than regular schedule including nights and weekends.
San Antonio Water System values the contributions of all its employees, providing them the best in compensation and benefits. The benefits package is designed to attract and retain a workforce of qualified employees who share a responsibility in providing quality water to 1 million consumers.
From an affordable medical and dental plan to life-sustaining retirement and insurance plans, we offer benefits that reward employees for their commitment to a challenging career at SAWS. Employee benefits include the following:- Competitive, market-based salaries
- Performance-based incentives
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Life insurance
- Prescription drug program
- Vision care plan
- Two retirement plans
- Deferred compensation plans (457 plan)
- Disability income
- Paid leave (vacation, sick, personal)
- Education assistance program
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible, tax-deferred health and dependent care spending accounts
- Wellness programs
- On-Site Fitness Facilities
- Community service opportunities
Closing Date/Time: 4/27/2025 11:59 PM Central -
ABOUT THE COMPANY
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San Antonio Water System
Show moreThe San Antonio Water System (SAWS) is a public utility owned by the City of San Antonio. SAWS serves 2 million people in Bexar County as well as parts of Medina and Atascosa counties. The population includes more than 511,300 water customers and 457,600 wastewater customers. SAWS actively seeks out public participation in its operations and planning, while SAWS volunteers strive to help their neighbors in need.
As an industry leader in conservation and water and wastewater management, SAWS provides sustainable, affordable water services. To deliver responsible water services, our investment in our employees – one of our greatest assets – ranks as a top priority.
San Antonio Water System's Board of Trustees has adopted mission, vision and values statements that serve as a foundation to move the utility forward through 2050 and reinforce San Antonio's much-deserved reputation as Waterful.
Our Mission: Sustainable, Affordable Water Services / Our Vision: To be leaders in delivering responsible water services for life. / Our Values: Excellence, Integrity, Respect and Safety.
SAWS is a values-based organization that believes in diversity in all aspects of our business. At SAWS, we attract and retain the finest individuals whose diverse talents drive innovation. We recognize that differences in race, ethnicity, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, nationality, physical ability or any characteristic protected by law, enrich and empower our work environment. We respectfully infuse diversity in our daily work lives with the knowledge that people from a variety of backgrounds and life experiences make connections that make SAWS a success.
SAWS is committed to providing our employees with a healthy, safe, and rewarding work environment where all employees have an equal opportunity for professional and personal growth. SAWS employees go beyond what is expected – developing remarkable, award-winning programs in conservation, water resources, watershed protection and wastewater treatment.
Why Choose a Career at SAWS?
For Your Work-Life Balance: SAWS is proud to invest in its employees by offering a variety of paid time off to help meet the work-life balance goals of you and your family.
For Your Professional Growth: Professional growth is key to both our employees’ success as well as SAWS’. That’s why SAWS offers a number of professional development opportunities that achieve both personal and company goals.
For Your Future: Achieving your personal financial goals is an important part of your life. SAWS makes it easy for employees to save for retirement by providing several retirement plan options.
For Your Health: SAWS offers a range of health, dental and vision benefits, and Wellness Programs to help meet each employee’s needs.
For your Protection: SAWS offers life insurance and disability coverage to meet the need for protection against life’s unexpected events.
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