*CURRENT SAWS EMPLOYEES ONLY* Program Coordinator (DCOPS - WSOPC)

San Antonio Water System

$89K — $160K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Science, Public Administration, or related field from an accredited institution.
  • 7 years of experience in program or project planning, development, regulation, support, or operations activities.
  • Valid Class 'C' Texas Driver's License.
  • Proficiency in word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and presentation software.

Responsibilities

  • Recommend, develop, and implement programs, projects, and policies.
  • Build and maintain partnerships with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Monitor and analyze programs for effectiveness and suggest adjustments.
  • Oversee and monitor program and project budgets.
  • Negotiate and manage contracts with suppliers and consultants.
  • Represent the organization in committees at local, regional, state, and national levels.
  • Analyze technology for its effectiveness in meeting departmental goals.

Benefits

  • Full-time position with comprehensive benefits package.
  • Opportunities for professional development and growth.
  • Engagement with diverse stakeholders in varied environments.
  • Structured decision-making autonomy.
  • Regular contact with a wide array of customers and contractors.
Full Job Description
Salary : $89,669.00 - $160,514.00 Annually
Location : West Side Operations Center: 2903 Hunt Lane, San Antonio, TX
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number:
Department: DIST & COLL OPS
Opening Date: 07/03/2026
Closing Date: 7/12/2026 11:59 PM Central

Grade 22: Starting salary at $89,669.00 annually. Rate of pay depends on qualifications.
Job Description

JOB SUMMARY
The Program Coordinator is responsible for recommending, developing and implementing programs, projects, policies, and procedures to deliver benefits and accomplish agreed-upon outcomes within the strategic plan of the department and or organization. Takes into account and balances stakeholder expectations (internal and external), requirements, resources and timing conflicts across competing projects within the program. Monitors programs, projects, policies and procedures for program or policy effectiveness.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
  • Recommends, develops and implements programs, projects, and policies.
  • Builds internal and external partnerships by establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
  • Continuously monitors and analyzes existing programs, projects, policies, and procedures for effectiveness and makes recommendations for adjustments as needed.
  • Recommends and monitors programs and project budgets.
  • Negotiates and manages supplier and consultant contracts.
  • Represents SAWS on local, regional, state, and national organizations and government agency committees.
  • Analyzes new and existing technology for effectiveness and applicability in accomplishing company and department goals.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

DECISION MAKING
  • Works under limited supervision.
  • Independent initiative and decision-making skills required.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Science, Public Administration or related field from an institution accredited by a recognized accrediting agency
  • Seven years' experience in program or project planning, development, regulation, support, or operations activities.
  • Valid Class "C" Texas Driver's License.
  • Able to use word processing, spreadsheets, database, and presentation software.

JOB DIMENSIONS
  • Regular contact with internal and external customers including stakeholder, general public, contractors, vendors, and consultants.
  • Communicates effectively verbally and in writing.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
Working conditions primarily in an office environment with occasional field visits. May also operate a company or personal vehicle on company business.

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Select the education and experience that best matches your qualifications for this position.
  • I have a Bachelor's Degree or higher level of education in Engineering, Science, Public Administration or related field from an institution accredited by a recognized accrediting agency.PLUSSeven (7) or more years of experience in program or project planning, development, regulation, support, or operations activities.
  • I have a High School Diploma or GED equivalent.PLUSEleven (11) or more years of experience in program or project planning, development, regulation, support, or operations activities.
  • I do not meet either education and work experience requirements identified.

02

If you attended college, indicate college hours completed, degree type, and major.
03

Provide a detail description of your experience in program or project planning, development, regulation, support, or operations activities as outlined in your application and/or resume. If no experience, enter N/A.
04

Describe your experience in the use of word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and presentation software as outlined in your application and/or resume. If no experience, enter N/A.
05

Do you have a valid Texas driver's license? If so, what type of driver's license do you have?
  • Class C
  • Class CDL - B
  • Class CDL - A
  • I do not have a valid driver's license.
  • I have a valid driver's license from another state.

06

Are you a current SAWS employee (part-time, full-time, or intern)?
  • Part-time Employee
  • Full-Time Employee
  • Intern Employee
  • Not Applicable

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