When you apply for this position, please say you saw this job on Green Dream Jobs!!
Description
The Edwards Aquifer Authority manages, enhances, and protects the Edwards Aquifer, one of the major groundwater systems in Texas serving approximately 1.7 million people. This expansive, natural underground water resource extends 180 miles from Brackettville in Kinney County to Kyle in Hays County.
While the Edwards Aquifer serves as the primary source of water to a growing region of south central Texas, it also supports a unique ecosystem of aquatic life, including several threatened and endangered species. Cities, towns, rural communities, and farm and ranch lands all depend on the aquifer's water for household, agricultural, industrial and recreational purposes. This diversity of uses illustrates the vital role the aquifer plays in sustaining the lives and livelihoods of residents in the Edwards Aquifer region.
Position Overview:
The Edwards Aquifer Authority is seeking qualified individuals interested in being considered for the position of General Manager for the Authority.
Responsibilities:
The General Manager reports directly to a Board of Directors and is responsible for the overall management and operations of the Edwards Aquifer Authority that includes an annual operating budget of approximately $14.8 million and 79 employees.
Qualifications:
Position requires a Master's degree in public and/or business administration, engineering, natural resources management or a closely related field plus 10 years as a General Manager, Deputy General Manager or Assistant General Manager of an entity dealing with surface water, groundwater, or a related resource field; a thorough understanding of groundwater management or related water resources field; strong analytical and problem solving skills; ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing; ability to provide strong management and leadership skills, and exercise decision-making skills; experience in planning, budgeting and supervising a professional staff; ability to exercise initiative, independent judgment, and responsibility.
Compensation: Salary is commensurate and based on experience.
To Apply:
For consideration please send cover letter, resume, and salary history no later than November 30, 2009.
Edwards Aquifer Authority
General Manager Search
Attn: Felix Marquez, Administration Officer
1615 N. St. Mary's St.
San Antonio, TX 78215
Applicants for this position selected as finalists will be subject to an education verification/criminal history/credit/driver's record checks prior to interview. Under the Texas Public Information Act, information from your resume may be subject to release to the public at any time during the process. Position profile brochure is available for download here. EOE/Drug Test Required