TCEQ - Director IV (TCEQ Employees Only)
Centralized Accounting and Payroll/Personnel System, Austin, TX, United States
Job Description
TCEQ - Director IV (TCEQ Employees Only)
(00057812)
Organization
TEXAS COMMISSION ON ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
Primary Location
Texas-Austin
Work Locations
Headquarters (582-HQAUS) 12100 Park 35 Circle Austin 78753
Job
Management
Employee Status
Regular
Schedule
State Job Code : 1623
Salary Admin Plan : B
Grade : 29
Salary (Pay Basis): 10,308.00 - 10,308.00 (Monthly)
Number of Openings: 1
Overtime Status: Exempt
Job Posting: Apr 27, 2026, 6:09:58 PM
Closing Date: May 12, 2026, 4:59:00 AM
Overview
As part of TCEQ’s Office of Water, the Director IV in the Water Supply Division contributes to ensuring clean and available water and protecting Texas’ water resources. This position directs division activities, oversees programs, and provides leadership and management oversight of staff.
Responsibilities
Oversee division activities, provide guidance on procedural methods, and consult on division strategic planning activities.
Oversee division programs to ensure accurate and timely processing of division tasks, program performance standards, and standard operating procedures.
Oversee and manage division projects as assigned.
Communicate regulatory and technical information related to drinking water programs and other technical issues to staff, federal and state officials, internal and external stakeholders, public, and regulated community.
Provide leadership and management oversight of staff. Participate in or conduct the interview and selection of new employees, develop performance plans, assign, assess staff performance, and supervise work of employees.
Participate in staff development activities and performance management activities for the division, as well as develop and administer future advancement for staff.
Monitor and emphasize the division’s customer service to internal and external customers; define and evaluate quality standards to improve organizational performance.
Assist in the coordination of activities in response to emergency events or other types of assistance related to public water system operations.
Evaluate the implications of new developments and proposed legislation and their effect upon division operations; provide testimony regarding introduced legislation and new state and federal proposed rulemaking and assess their effect upon the division.
Assist with managing division budgets, expenditures, grants, and contracts.
Qualifications
Experience with personnel or project management, including senior level planning, and/or training and directing the work of staff/supervising others.
Experience working with regulatory requirements, technical aspects, compliance and enforcement of public water systems.
Experience with emergency management (disaster response, emergency conditions, etc.).
Graduation from an accredited four‑year college or university with major coursework in a field relevant to assignment, OR
Experience in the management of a business function, division, or department including professional management experience where primary duties consist of planning, organizing, controlling, and directing the work of an organization or formal subdivision, or team.
Experience as a special assistant to a TCEQ director or deputy director developing management policies and directing/evaluating operations.
Employees in this classification series may research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure, including but not limited to a communication infrastructure system, cybersecurity system, electric grid, hazardous waste treatment system, or water treatment facility. Ability to maintain security or integrity of the infrastructure is required to be hired for and to continue to be employed with TCEQ.
Transcript / College Hours or Course Work
See instructions on how to attach documents. A copy of your official college transcript or evaluation of foreign credentials in CAPPS is required if needed to meet the qualifications listed above.
Work Schedule
Standard business hours are M-F, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Individual and work group schedule determined by the TCEQ Water Supply Division.
Benefits
Optional 401(k) and 457 plans
Health, Vision, Dental, and optional FSA insurance
Paid day(s) off from work on national holidays and holidays that the state observes
Longevity pay based on your number of years working for the state
Wellness Program and Activities
Work‑Life Balance
Condition of Employment
TCEQ will conduct a criminal history records search, driving history (if required for the job) on candidates offered employment. In compliance with ADA, if you need any special accommodations during the employment process, please contact HRSS for assistance at (512) 239-0102.
EEO Statement
Texas Commission on Environmental Quality is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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TCEQ - Director IV (TCEQ Employees Only)
(00057812)
Organization
TEXAS COMMISSION ON ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
Primary Location
Texas-Austin
Work Locations
Headquarters (582-HQAUS) 12100 Park 35 Circle Austin 78753
Job
Management
Employee Status
Regular
Schedule
State Job Code : 1623
Salary Admin Plan : B
Grade : 29
Salary (Pay Basis): 10,308.00 - 10,308.00 (Monthly)
Number of Openings: 1
Overtime Status: Exempt
Job Posting: Apr 27, 2026, 6:09:58 PM
Closing Date: May 12, 2026, 4:59:00 AM
Overview
As part of TCEQ’s Office of Water, the Director IV in the Water Supply Division contributes to ensuring clean and available water and protecting Texas’ water resources. This position directs division activities, oversees programs, and provides leadership and management oversight of staff.
Responsibilities
Oversee division activities, provide guidance on procedural methods, and consult on division strategic planning activities.
Oversee division programs to ensure accurate and timely processing of division tasks, program performance standards, and standard operating procedures.
Oversee and manage division projects as assigned.
Communicate regulatory and technical information related to drinking water programs and other technical issues to staff, federal and state officials, internal and external stakeholders, public, and regulated community.
Provide leadership and management oversight of staff. Participate in or conduct the interview and selection of new employees, develop performance plans, assign, assess staff performance, and supervise work of employees.
Participate in staff development activities and performance management activities for the division, as well as develop and administer future advancement for staff.
Monitor and emphasize the division’s customer service to internal and external customers; define and evaluate quality standards to improve organizational performance.
Assist in the coordination of activities in response to emergency events or other types of assistance related to public water system operations.
Evaluate the implications of new developments and proposed legislation and their effect upon division operations; provide testimony regarding introduced legislation and new state and federal proposed rulemaking and assess their effect upon the division.
Assist with managing division budgets, expenditures, grants, and contracts.
Qualifications
Experience with personnel or project management, including senior level planning, and/or training and directing the work of staff/supervising others.
Experience working with regulatory requirements, technical aspects, compliance and enforcement of public water systems.
Experience with emergency management (disaster response, emergency conditions, etc.).
Graduation from an accredited four‑year college or university with major coursework in a field relevant to assignment, OR
Experience in the management of a business function, division, or department including professional management experience where primary duties consist of planning, organizing, controlling, and directing the work of an organization or formal subdivision, or team.
Experience as a special assistant to a TCEQ director or deputy director developing management policies and directing/evaluating operations.
Employees in this classification series may research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure, including but not limited to a communication infrastructure system, cybersecurity system, electric grid, hazardous waste treatment system, or water treatment facility. Ability to maintain security or integrity of the infrastructure is required to be hired for and to continue to be employed with TCEQ.
Transcript / College Hours or Course Work
See instructions on how to attach documents. A copy of your official college transcript or evaluation of foreign credentials in CAPPS is required if needed to meet the qualifications listed above.
Work Schedule
Standard business hours are M-F, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Individual and work group schedule determined by the TCEQ Water Supply Division.
Benefits
Optional 401(k) and 457 plans
Health, Vision, Dental, and optional FSA insurance
Paid day(s) off from work on national holidays and holidays that the state observes
Longevity pay based on your number of years working for the state
Wellness Program and Activities
Work‑Life Balance
Condition of Employment
TCEQ will conduct a criminal history records search, driving history (if required for the job) on candidates offered employment. In compliance with ADA, if you need any special accommodations during the employment process, please contact HRSS for assistance at (512) 239-0102.
EEO Statement
Texas Commission on Environmental Quality is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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