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Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications TEXAS WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARDS MISSION Leading the states efforts in ensuring a secure water future for Texas. WORKING AT THE TWDB See why our work makes an impact and why the TWDB is a great place to work! The Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) endorses telecommuting and hybrid workplace plans, in addition to other flexible work alternatives. We offer competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), flexible spending, and flexible work hours so you can have a work/life balance! For more information about these benefits and more visit: http://www.twdb.texas.gov/jobs/benefits.asp. Please visit TWDB Career Page: http://www.twdb.texas.gov/jobs/ for more information. MILITARY EMPLOYMENT PREFERENCE Veterans, Reservists or Guardsmen with an MOS or additional duties that fall in the fields of 15WX Weather and Environmental Science, 8831 Environmental Engineering Management Officer, 9S100 Scientific Applications Specialist, or other related fields pertaining to the minimum experience requirements may meet the minimum qualifications for this position and are highly encouraged to apply. Additional Military Crosswalk information can be accessed at https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_ProgramManagement.pdf JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY Performs highly complex (senior-level) work creating hydrometeorological data products and tools for the TexMesonet program, which operates and maintains a network of earth observations stations across Texas and publishes information at www.TexMesonet.org. Created in 2016, TexMesonet is designed to collect the data necessary for observing and tracking mesoscale weather events, such as thunderstorms; for improving models and forecasts for severe weather, floods, fires, and droughts; and to enhance public safety, agricultural productivity, and research. Work involves leading the Data Products Team for the TexMesonet program, including evaluating and overseeing the development of data products, overseeing data dissemination to key stakeholders and the general public, and implementing data quality measures. Advises on TexMesonet.org enhancements and performs other activities as assigned. Provides technical assistance to staff, stakeholders, and customers as needed; and communicates analyses and results to general and technical audiences. May train others. Works under limited supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Reports to the Manager of the TexMesonet Department ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Serves as Team Lead of data products for the TexMesonet program. Serves as a technical advisor on topics related to meteorology data products and tools. Leads the development and maintenance of enhanced data and product services for the TexMesonet program. Conducts complex hydrometeorological research to enhance the TexMesonet program, improve the accuracy and dissemination of datasets and information, and develop value-added data products. Works with stakeholders to identify user needs and develop value-added data products. Performs qualitative and quantitative (statistical) analyses of TexMesonet data. Implements data quality assurance and control processes, analyzes data quality results, and reports necessary changes to ensure data quality improvement. Applies knowledge of hydrometeorological data science, including that of emerging research, to advise on business decisions and program direction. Monitors, approves, and coordinates public data dissemination for newly installed environmental stations. Assists in cre ting, reviewing, and evaluating scientific reports, studies, work processes, field notes, and data. Serves as a project and/or contract manager. Enters technical data into databases, preparing reports, website updates, and summaries. Assists in reviewing and evaluating scientific reports, studies, field notes, and data. Develops maps, charts, and graphs. Coordinates and collaborates with other government agencies and institutions to maintain a hydrometeorological network May travel up to 5% of the time. Maintains confidential and sensitive information. Ensures individual and team files (electronic and hard versions) are appropriately maintained and timely disposed of in accordance with the agencys records retention procedures and schedule. Maintains required certifications and licenses and meets the continuing education needs and requirements of the position to include, attending mandatory training courses. May be required to operate a state or personal vehicle for business purposes. Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in Meteorology, Atmospheric Science, Hydrology, Scientific Computing, Civil Engineering or related field. Seven years of experience relevant to processing, analyzing, and displaying timeseries environmental data. Experience conducting and leading efforts to create hydrometeorological or environmental data products. Experience in relational database design and maintenance. Experience in the use of computer programming/scripting languages, such as Python (SciPy/Numpy, Matplotlib, etc.), R programming, Matlab, and in the use of computational numerical/visualization tools. Experience in statistical analysis and experimental design. Experience and education may be substituted for one another on a year-for-year basis. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Graduate degree, or working towards completion of a graduate degree, from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Meteorology, Atmospheric Science, Hydrology, Scientific Computing, Civil Engineering, or related field. Experience with mesonets or similar water resources data collection networks. Experience with parallel and high-performance computing. Experience with GIS. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSAS) Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws and regulations relevant to the TexMesonet Department. Knowledge of the principles and practices of public administration. Knowledge of water resources, hydrometeorology, hydrology, meteorology, and atmospheric sciences. Knowledge of scientific, statistical, and modeling principles and data analysis techniques Knowledge of data quality assurance and quality control of scientific measurement data. Knowledge of the principles and practices of website development for developing and modifying web portal applications. Knowledge of mesonets or earth observation station networks. Skills in the development of environmental data products, especially related to hydrometeorological data. Skills in using Microsoft Office programs such as Word, Excel, and Access. Skills in use of internet, email, word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, and database software. Skills in scientific data organization, management, analysis, and interpretation, specifically of hydrometeorology data. Skills in programming/scripting languages, such as Python, R programming, and Matlab, or simi