Post closes July 2, 2024

Performs engineering design tasks and calculations to support the and nature-based solutions programs, floodplain mapping, and other River Authority functions.

Safety is #1 at the River Authority: We expect every employee: to 1) Strictly follow safety policies, rules, and safe work methods. 2) Promptly correct or report safety hazards or unsafe conditions. Immediately report injuries for prompt diagnosis and treatment. 3) Make regular suggestions for safety process improvements to support continuous safety improvement.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform design calculations related to drainage, storm water, wastewater, and nature-based solutions
• Support the development of hydraulic models and floodplain mapping
• Investigate bridge, culvert, and dam/detention pond structural data through the review of as-built plans, site visits, and imagery
• Performs related work as required

SUPERVISORY REQUIREMENTS

This position does not directly supervise any employees

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Required Education and Experience

High School diploma or G.E.D. and enrollment in college courses in engineering is required. Coursework in civil, environmental, or agricultural engineering is preferred.

Required Licenses or Certifications

• None

COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.

Skills and Abilities:

• Experience with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint) is required. Experience or course work in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), CADD, and/or HEC-RAS is preferred.
• Must be able to function in a principle-based organization that has a culture built on character and SARA Core Values of Stewardship, Integrity, and Excellence.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Work Environment and Physical Effort: (check the appropriate box:)

Physical Effort Requirements

Work Environment

Sedentary

Medium

Heavy

Good: Office or similar indoor environment, relatively free from unpleasant environmental conditions or hazards.

Satisfactory: Occasional exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Occasional outside work.

Disagreeable: Frequent exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Majority of work performed outside or with exposure to risk.

Sedentary: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, a negligible amount of force frequently, and/or constantly having to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Medium: Exerting up to 35 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly having to move objects.

Heavy: Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly having to move objects.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS continued

Work Locations: (select one frequency choice for each location listed:)

Work Environment Locations

Work Locations: Indicate how often the work requires the employee to be in the following types of environments:

Seldom or Never

Sometimes

Frequently or Often

Office or similar indoor environment

Outdoor environment

Street environment (near moving traffic)

Construction site

Confined space

Vehicle

Warehouse environment

Other: (Specify: )

Exposures: (select one frequency choice for each exposure listed:)

Exposures

Exposures: Indicate how often the work requires the employee to be exposed to the following environmental exposures.

Seldom or Never

Sometimes

Frequently or Often

Extreme cold (below 32 degrees)

Extreme heat (above 100 degrees)

Communicable diseases

Moving mechanical parts

Fumes or airborne particles

Poison ivy, wasps, snakes, and other natural hazards

Toxic or caustic chemicals or substances

Loud noises (85+ decibels such as heavy trucks, jack hammers, construction)

Other: (Specify: )

San Antonio River Authority is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled and Veteran Employer. We welcome differences in the form of gender, race, ethnicity, disability, geography, socioeconomic status, age, politics, religion, philosophy, sexual orientation, or gender identity