General Manager
ADM/1
Administration
JOB SUMMARY
This position is responsible for managing the operations of the Gulf Coast Water Authority.
MAJOR DUTIES
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Meets with staff to provide direction, identify risks, and identify needed resources.
Meets with the Board and Board President in regards to the organization’s challenges, goals and
accomplishments; provides information and makes recommendations to help the Board make informed
decisions; solicits the Board’s input and obtains their approvals; develops agenda and materials; ensures
Texas Open Meeting regulations are enforced.
Meets with customers, elected and appointed officials, governing boards and legislatures to conduct business
reviews, become informed of issues of concern, and resolve problems.
Identifies and qualifies engineering firms, attorneys, financial advisors, auditors, consultants, and scientists to
provide professional services; develops and manages their contracts and work.
Develops and works with attorneys and other parties in the development of contracts; establishes procedures
and practices to ensure that the Authority meets its contractual obligations.
Tracks and responds to activities of the state legislature; testifies at hearings; develops related strategies.
Reviews and edits budgets, technical memoranda, staff action plans, quality reviews, and organizational
expenses to ensure the organization is meeting its obligations and goals.
Develops, implements, reviews and revises Authority procedures and programs.
Develops and delivers presentations for public meetings.
Represents the Authority in legal cases.
Addresses news media inquiries.
Participates in state, regional and national organizations to stay apprised of legal, regulatory, and
technological developments that effect the organization.
Reviews mail and email.
Reviews and authorizes payroll changes, checks and purchase orders.
Performs related duties.
KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION
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Knowledge of state and federal laws, regulations and reporting requirements.
Knowledge of legal transactions, procedures and documents.
Knowledge of management principles to analyze programs, policies and operational needs.
Knowledge of program assessment and strategic planning strategies.
Knowledge of budget development and management principles.
Skill in planning, organizing, directing and coordinating the work of personnel.
Skill in the analysis of problems and the development and implementation of solutions.
Skill in the preparation of clear and precise administrative and financial reports.
Skill in oral and written communication.
SUPERVISORY CONTROLS
The Board President assigns work in terms of Authority goals and objectives. The supervisor review work through
conferences, reports and observation of Authority activities.
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GUIDELINES
Guidelines include TCEQ Water Permit laws and regulations; EPA water treatment and water quality regulations;
TCEQ utility rates; state and federal employment laws; and Texas Open Records laws and retention
requirements. These guidelines require judgment, selection and interpretation in application. This position
develops Authority guidelines.
COMPLEXITY/SCOPE OF WORK
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The work consists of varied management and supervisory duties. The variety of tasks to be managed
contributes to the complexity of the position.
The purpose of this position is to manage the operations of the Gulf Coast Water Authority. Success in this
position results in the efficiency and effectiveness of Authority operations.
CONTACTS
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Contacts are typically with Authority employees, Board members, elected and appointed officials, attorneys,
contractors, vendors, customers, government regulators, and members of the general public.
Contacts are typically to give or exchange information; to resolve problems; to motivate or influence persons;
or to justify, defend or negotiate matters.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORK ENVIRONMENT
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The work is typically performed while sitting at a desk or table.
The work is typically performed in an office.
SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY
This position has direct supervision over Business Administrator (1), Distribution – Canal Manager (1), Water
Treatment Plant Manager (1) and all other Authority personnel.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
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Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with the completion of a baccalaureate degree in a
course of study related to the occupational field.
Experience sufficient to thoroughly understand the diverse objectives and functions of the subunits in the
division/department in order to direct and coordinate work within the division/department, usually interpreted
to require three to five years of related experience.
Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver’s license issued by the State of Texas for the type of
vehicle or equipment operated.
Ability to be bonded.
Possession of or ability to readily obtain an appropriate state-certified license for water treatment and/or
distribution as appropriate.
CONTACT INFORMATION
Please return your resume and application (below) to GCWA via U.S. Mail, email or facsimile by July 31, 2011:
Gulf Coast Water Authority
Attn: Hiring Manager
3630 Highway 1765
Texas City, TX 77591
409-935-2438 (telephone)
409-935-4156 (facsimile)
gulfcoastwaterauthority@gmail.com
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Application for Employment
(Print) Last Name
Gulf Coast Water Authority
First Name
Middle Initial
Telephone Number:
Present Address
SSN:
Date Application
Filed:
Position Applied For:
Do you have a Driver’s License? ___Yes ___No
State ______ Number_______________________
Operators
____Yes ___No
Commercial Operator’s
____Yes ____No
Chauffeur’s
____Yes ____No
School
Any medical or physical problems that would prohibit you from performing the
position applied for?
Is it now or has it ever been
revoked?
If yes, tell when and give reason:
_____Yes _____No
List all Restrictions:
Expiration Date:
Name and Location of School
Attended
From / To
Graduated
Course or Subject of Specialization
Grade
High
College
Other
Work History (List all periods of employment, attach a page if necessary)
Dates of
Employment
To / From
Name of company, phone number,
address, name of immediate
supervisor
Type of Business
Job Title and Type of
work performed
Wage or
Salary
Reason
for
Leavin
g
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Have you ever been discharged by an employer?
_______Yes
________No
If yes, give date and company name:
May we inquire your present employer?
_______Yes
________No
When could you report for duty? ____________________________________________
Have you ever been arrested and convicted of a crime other than minor traffic violations?
_____Yes _____No
References:
Name
Address
Telephone Number
Business or Profession
I hereby certify that all the above is true and correct and grant the GULF COAST WATER AUTHORITY
permission to confirm information relating to education, employment and reference.
Signature___________________________________________ Date:__________________________
Remit to:
Gulf Coast Water Authority
3630 Highway 1765
Texas City, Texas 77591
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APPLICANT AUTHORIZATION: - READ CAREFULLY BEFORE SIGNING-
As a prerequisite to be considered for employment with Gulf Coast Water Authority (the Authority), I
agree to the following:
1. Employment with the Authority is for an indefinite term and either the Authority or the
Employee can terminate the employment and compensation at will at any time with or without
cause, and with or without notice.
2. I understand that acceptance of an offer of employment does not create a contractual obligation
upon the Authority to continue to employ me in the future.
3. I hereby give the Authority the right to make a thorough investigation of my past employment
and activities including a check of the Texas Department of Public Safety, prior employers, and
others, including credit references, at the discretion of the Authority and I release from all
liability all individuals, persons, companies, corporations or others supplying such information.
4. I agree to furnish such additional information and complete such examinations as may be
required to complete the selection process.
5. I understand that any false answer or statements or implications made by me on this application
or other required documents shall be considered sufficient cause for denial of employment or
termination.
6. I hereby give the Authority the right to obtain all medical records concerning me which any
physician or hospital may possess and I hereby release from all liability all persons, individuals,
companies, corporations, or other who provide such information.
7. I understand that prospective employees may be required to take a physical examination. A
physician designated by the Authority will perform the medical examination. The physician
shall determine whether or not I possess the necessary physical standards for the position I am
applying for, as well as screen for any chemical dependencies. The medical report will remain
confidential unless there is a business and/or legal need to know. Failure to pass the initial
screen for illegal drug use will cause for denial of employment.
8. I understand that I may be required to work overtime, shift work, rotating work schedules, or a
work schedule other than Monday through Friday. I understand and accept such work hours as
conditions of any continuing employment.
9. In addition to the above, I hereby authorize the medical records concerning my employment
(authorized herein) be released to the Authority’s Personnel Department for placement in my
personnel file and authorize my Department Supervisor and/or General Manager to review these
records as they deem necessary.
10. I understand that I will be required to acknowledge and abide by the Authority’s Employee
Policy Manual as a condition of any offer of employment.
11. I certify that the facts contained in this Application for Employments are true and complete to
the best of my knowledge and understand that, if employed, any falsified statements on this
application shall be grounds for dismissal.
Signature: _________________________________
Date: ______________