Deputy Executive Director

The Flood Control District's mission is to reduce the risk of flooding in Harris County, the third most populous county in the United States, with a population exceeding 4.7 million, including the City of Houston, the nation's fourth-largest city. The Flood Control District has jurisdiction over the primary stormwater facilities in the county, consisting of approximately 1,500 channels totaling nearly 2,500 miles in length, more than 60 regional stormwater detention basins totaling more than 10,000 acres, and several wetlands mitigation banks.

The Deputy Executive Director is responsible for executing the Executive Director's short and long range operational plans and policies, including directing and prioritizing goals and objectives of the District to ensure effective and efficient methods are achieved to accomplish the mission of providing flood damage reduction projects. The role oversees the delivery of projects and manages the operations of the Flood Control District, working under the direct supervision of the Executive Director.

Essential Functions and Duties:
- Manages and oversees engineering and flood control projects to ensure they are delivered on time, within budget, and to required quality standards.
- Directs, coordinates, and manages District initiatives and operations through subordinate division directors.
- Partners with the Executive Director and senior leadership to develop and execute strategic plans aligned with District goals.
- Leads, mentors, and guides division directors and engineering teams, promoting a collaborative, high performance culture.
- Ensures all engineering and operational activities comply with applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards.
- Oversees the District's financial resources, including preparation and management of budgets for operations, maintenance, and the capital improvement program; presents the District budget to the Commissioners Court for approval.
- Represents the District in meetings with elected officials, regulatory agencies, professional organizations, community groups, and the public; reports to Commissioners' Court on District operations and initiatives.
- Analyzes and resolves issues brought forward by the public, internal staff, elected officials, and other government agencies.
- Applies strong engineering knowledge to support technical decision making for complex engineering and flood control projects.

Requirements:
Education: Requires a bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university in civil engineering or a similar curriculum.

Experience:
- At least fifteen (15) years progressively responsible, verifiable experience in managing engineers and engineering design and maintenance construction projects and/or field operations related to public works, hydrology, flood control, and/or urban development.
- Experience working with government agencies and their governing bodies.
- Prior experience in community affairs and professional organizations.
- Significant managerial experience over large groups of professional, technical, field, and administrative employees.
- Experience with federal, state, and local permitting and regulations, including environmental and floodplain issues.

Licenses and Certifications:
- Valid Class "C" Texas Driver's License required.
- Professional Engineer Registration (State of Texas) required.
- Certified Floodplain Manager preferred.

This position is Regular Full-Time, 40 hours per week, located at Brookhollow - 9900 Northwest Freeway, Houston, TX 77092. This position is subject to a criminal history check.

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.