Conservation Program Manager
City of Cedar Park
The City of Cedar Park
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The City of Cedar Park is hiring for a Conservation Program Manager to join our team in the Public Works and Utilities- Department. Cedar Park is a well-organized city offering great benefits and perks available on your first day of employment including: City-subsidized health benefits; life and disability insurance; a variety of voluntary benefits; a robust pension plan with TMRS to set you up for a fulfilling retirement; a down-to-earth casual environment and dress code; and a positive team--oriented culture. This is an excellent time to join our team and truly make an impact in our local community!ABOUT CEDAR PARKAs the third largest city in the Austin metropolitan area, Cedar Park is an integral part of the rapid growth and prosperity of Central Texas and Williamson County. Cedar Park is widely known for its excellent schools and a pro-business environment. We are consistently named by multiple outlets one of the top places in the U.S. to raise a family – due to our abundance of amenities, relaxed lifestyle, and our commitment to community and effective government. Just 17 miles from downtown Austin and on the edge of the Texas Hill Country, Cedar Park offers the best of both worlds: the energy of an innovative and booming metropolis, yet the best of small community life with parks, nature trails, and comfortable neighborhoods. It all adds up to a great place for families and businesses to call home.
The Position
Acceptable Experience, Training, Certifications and Licenses
Required Qualifications
Education & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field, with three (3) years of applicable industry experience preferred,
Or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Possess a valid Texas driver's license, with an acceptable driving record.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge of:
• Environmental regulations regarding conservation requirements and initiatives.
• Methods and techniques of conservation practices.
• municipal government operations, practices and codes, basic principles of data collection, collation, analysis, and dissemination.
• basic principles and procedures of record keeping; and some knowledge of Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI).
Skill/Ability to:
• Able to work independently and make responsible decisions.
• Skilled in creating spreadsheets, charts, tables, graphs, reports.
• Skilled in preparing Word documents and PowerPoint presentations.
• Skilled in oral presentations to various audiences such as City management, City Council, industry groups, school program attendees, other groups and various audiences.
• Skilled in operating various office equipment including computers and software.
• Able to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing with internal and external customers.
• Skilled in maintaining effective working relationships with co-workers.
• Ability to provide superior customer service to internal and external customers.
Work Conditions
Physical Demand
• Able to lift 25 lbs.
• Able to drive
• Able to kneel and squat for short periods of time
• Able to speak publicly to various audiences
Environmental Demands
• This position mainly works in an office setting, with an occasional need to work outdoors
• (No uniforms provided for this position and no chemical exposure)
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The City of Cedar Park complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.Supplemental Information
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APPLICATION PROCESS
This position is open until filled. Please submit your application as soon as possible to ensure you are considered for this position. Candidates selected for interview will be contacted by the hiring manager. For consideration, please apply online athttps://www.cedarparktexas.gov/.Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Cedar Park is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. As an EEO employer, the City will conduct its staffing activities, selection, promotion, demotion, transfer, training, and separation in accordance with Federal, State, and Local EEO laws and regulations as they affect the City. The City of Cedar Park will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, veteran status, or disability.The City of Cedar Park has the right to revise this position description at any time and does not represent in any way a contract of employment.
Key Highlights about the City of Cedar Park!
The City of Cedar Park is a vibrant community of 82,220 consistently ranked by the U.S. Census Bureau as one of the fastest-growing communities in the Austin metro. Named for a popular park and rail stop in the late 1800s, Cedar Park is now home to two professional sports teams, the Texas Stars AHL hockey team, and the Austin Spurs NBA G-league basketball team, as well a growing number of high-tech and major manufacturing employers. Cedar Park has several rankings by a variety of sources as one of the Best Cities for Families and one of the Safest Cities in Texas.
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Tourism site for Cedar Park: https://visitcedarparktexas.com/
Lakeline Park: https://youtu.be/DrIFoN1J2p4
Bell District Flyover: https://youtu.be/WOSQRzrUO_w