Flood Plain Administrator

Minimum Starting Salary: Depends on Qualifications 

The City of Waco Seeks: 

The City of Waco is seeking a skilled and dedicated Flood Plain Administrator to join our team. This role is responsible for the oversight, enforcement, and implementation of floodplain management programs in accordance with the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP).

Minimum Qualifications:

Required: 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related field and 4 years work experience in engineering design, project management and civil engineering, preferably in the public sector; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Valid Texas Driver’s License Upon Hire  
• Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM) within 1 Year required

Preferred:

Position Description: 

Serves on the Infrastructure Services team as the Floodplain Manager and is responsible for the oversight, enforcement, and implementation of floodplain management programs to reduce flood risks and ensure community compliance with the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP). This role includes reviewing development proposals, issuing Floodplain Development Permits, reviewing hydraulic and hydrologic models for development projects and floodplain revisions, represent the City at variance hearings, coordinate with various local, state, federal agencies on floodplain related issues, coordinate flood disaster planning with Office of Emergency Management, maintaining FEMA compliance, updating floodplain maps, educating the public, and advising on flood mitigation strategies.  Reviews internal and external plans for accuracy and alignment with city standards.  Coordinates with legal, planning, and development teams to draft, review, and finalize agreements that support responsible growth and infrastructure commitments. 

Essential Functions:

• Responsible for commercial and subdivision development review, floodplain administration, City-wide watershed/drainage planning, education and outreach and Geographic Information Systems (GIS); assures activities are in compliance with all laws, policies and regulations.
• Serves as the manager of the City’s Municipal Drainage Utility System (MDUS) including setting fees for customers; reviewing and deciding appeals; and proposing fund allocations, internally and externally, for the betterment of the MDUS.
• Serves as the principal advisor on stormwater programs and technical water quality/quantity issues including economic development initiatives; provides leadership, direction and guidance on operational strategies and priorities; reviews and approves contracts, agreements, plans and reports; manages the collection, analysis and reporting of operational data; assures that quality standards are met and appropriate services are provided.
• Evaluates City needs; assures the integrity of the work products and procedures; reviews technical documents for accuracy and compliance with standards and practices; reviews status reports and recommends appropriate actions.
• Collaborates regularly with internal departments including Planning, Inspections, Public Works and Code Enforcement, as well as, with the external business development community.
• Oversees City compliance with various State and Federal permits related to stormwater discharge.  
• Writes technical and analytical reports and makes technical estimates of a specialized nature in connection with projects, contracts, and regulatory issues; interprets concerns, defines desired results, develops solutions, and determines scope and priorities of programs and special projects.
• Coordinates with legal, planning, and development teams to draft, review, and finalize agreements that support responsible growth and infrastructure commitments.
• Assures effective communication of Watershed Protection issues; interprets and explains federal and state rules and regulations and City codes and ordinances; coordinates strategies to integrate projects and services with federal, state, and regional organizations and City departments.
• May be required to respond afterhours, including holidays and weekends, in the event of a departmental or City-wide emergency.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.
• Supports the relationship between the City of Waco and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with residents, visitors, and City staff; maintains confidentiality of work-related issues and City information.
• Lives the City of Waco Values: equity & inclusion, excellence & innovation, integrity, people, and teamwork.