TWDB - 26 -102: Outlays Reviewer Specialist (Program Specialist I-II)

About the role

The Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) seeks a Program Specialist to join our team. This position performs routine to moderately complex services reviewing and analyzing financial data.

Responsibilities

• Analyzes and approves disbursement requests in the form of outlay reports submitted to the TWDB in accordance with approved procedures and programmatic requirements.
• Ensures that all documents are accurate and maintained with exemplary organization and quality and are accurate for review and payment processing and/or release.
• Reviews budgets, invoices, and incoming outlays.
• Collaborates with RWPD engineering staff on project status and budget issues.
• Coordinates with PAR on outlay processing.
• Audits and verifies financial data.
• Maintains confidential and sensitive information.
• Trains others.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Planning, Science, Business, Finance, or a related field. One year of relevant work experience in finance and/or accounting for Program Specialist I, two years for Program Specialist II. Previous experience with government payment processing, federal funding programs, and processing, reviewing, or creating invoices and/or payment requests is preferred.

Qualifications

• Advanced-level skills with Microsoft Office Suite, primarily Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Experience using other Microsoft applications including Teams, Planner, and SharePoint.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws and regulations relevant to the Regional Water Project Development Division.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of public administration.
• Knowledge of federal funding programs.

Skills

• Identifying complex problems, reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options, and implementing solutions.
• Maintaining the security or integrity of critical infrastructure within Texas.
• Preparing reports.
• Working effectively in a dependable, organized, and productive manner to meet deadlines.
• Managing multiple tasks.
• Operating a vehicle for state business.
• Training others.

Benefits

The TWDB offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), flexible spending, and flexible work alternatives so you can have a work/life balance!

Pay

Salary ranges based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Flexible work schedule.

References

A copy of required academic transcripts and/or licensures and driving record must be submitted at the time of hire. Failure to provide required documentation will result in no further consideration for employment.

Equal Opportunity

The Texas Water Development Board does not discriminate on basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, sexual orientation, age, or disability in employment or provision of services, programs, or activities.