Natural Resources Specialist I - Austin, TX

Posting Number S05744P Position Title Natural Resources Specialist I - Austin, TX UTSystem Title Natural Resources Specialist I Department Enterprise Development Location Austin Job Family Administrative Support Position Status Full-time Work Hours Standard Work Schedule

Monday-Friday; 8:00am-5:00pm.

• Infrequent travel (i.e., annually) for activities such as job skills training or participating in institutional and client meetings and conferences.

Open to External and Internal Salary Salary is commensurate based on qualifications and relevant experience up to $43,020. Duration Job terminates Pay Basis Monthly Benefits Eligible Yes Benefits at UTA

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University Information

The University of Texas at Arlington is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. UTA is a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. The University is committed to providing access and ensuring student success, and to a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, and commercialization of discoveries by our community of scholars. With an enrollment of more than 40,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 "Very High Research Activity" institution. UTA ranks No. 4 nationally in Military Times' annual "Best for Vets: Colleges" list and is among the top 30 performers nationwide for promoting social mobility of its graduates (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). UTA is designated by the U.S. Department of Education as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI), and it has one of the top 5 most ethnically diverse undergraduate student bodies in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). Its approximately 270,000 alumni, including some who occupy leadership positions at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas, contribute to UTA's $22.2 billion annual economic impact on Texas.

Furthermore, UTA is poised to experience widespread growth in the near future. The university recently launched the first phase of its RISE 100 initiative aimed at recruiting 100 new tenure-system faculty to amplify research standing and position UTA as a leader in key scholarly areas; more details are available at https://www.uta.edu/administration/president/strategic-plan/rise100. The successful candidate for this position will have the opportunity to join UTA during an exciting period of growth and contribute as the university broadens its impact.

Job Summary

Conducts outreach to Public Water Systems (PWS) about compliance with and technical assistance available for the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) Lead and Copper rules.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provides outreach and technical assistance to public water systems about requirements of and compliance with TCEQ revised Lead and Copper rules.

• Identifies PWSs in need of TCEQ financial, managerial, and technical (FMT) assistance and makes appropriate referrals.

• Tracks and reports outreach activities and outcomes to management.

• Assists the Lead and Copper Monitoring Team with reviewing and evaluating data and creating/reviewing/revising documents such as reports, correspondence, and standard operating procedures.

• Performs other duties assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and one (1) year experience in customer service or sales; or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience communicating with the public about technical rules and regulations; public water systems and basis of corrosion control; and tracking outreach activities and outcomes.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Solid working knowledge of Microsoft Teams, Word and Excel; database entry; ability to learn TCEQ 30 TAC Chapter 290 rules related to lead and copper, including basis of corrosion control and TCEQ's databases.

• Skill in organization; attention to details; supervising the work of others; reviewing and analyzing records; determining proper courses of action; and managing time and assignments to meet deadlines.

• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing with clients, customers, coworkers to gather information and/or explain policies and procedures; integrate complex concepts, procedures, and processes; exercise independent judgement and initiative with minimal supervision; mentor and train new staff as needed.

Other Requirements Working Conditions

• Standard office environment.

• Job activities include but not limited to sitting, standing, lifting, and carrying batches of paper up to 10 lbs. Infrequent travel (i.e., annually) for activities such as job skills training or participating in institutional and client meetings and conferences.

Special Conditions for Eligibility

• UTA's need for this position is contingent upon a contract between UTA and an outside client.

• Candidates should understand that continued placement with the client is dependent upon continued availability of funding and the successful candidate's conduct and performance.

• The successful candidate's conduct and performance will be formally evaluated by UTA, and evaluations will be based on client satisfaction with the candidate's performance and conduct.

CBC Requirement

It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.

EEO Statement

It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University's compliance with this policy.

ADA Accommodations

The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email ADADocs@uta.edu.

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies 2 Open Until Filled Minimum Number of References Required 3 Maximum Number of References Accepted Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicants must include in their online resume the following information: 1) Employment history: name of company, period employed (from month/year to month/year), job title, summary of job duties and 2) Education: school name, degree type, and major.