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

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

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

2026-00180

Department

Distribution & Collection Operations

Opening Date

07/03/2026

Closing Date

7/12/2026 11:59 PM Central

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

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.

LNI#-DNI

San Antonio Water System values the contributions of all its employees, providing them the best in compensation and benefits. The benefits package is designed to attract and retain a workforce of qualified employees who share a responsibility in providing quality water to 1 million consumers.

From an affordable medical and dental plan to life-sustaining retirement and insurance plans, we offer benefits that reward employees for their commitment to a challenging career at SAWS. Employee benefits include the following:

• Competitive, market-based salaries
• Performance-based incentives
• Medical benefits
• Dental benefits
• Life insurance
• Prescription drug program
• Vision care plan
• Two retirement plans
• Deferred compensation plans (457 plan)
• Disability income
• Paid leave (vacation, sick, personal)
• Education assistance program
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible, tax-deferred health and dependent care spending accounts
• Wellness programs
• On-Site Fitness Facilities
• Community service opportunities

Click on the link for additional information regarding benefits: SAWS Benefits

01

• CURRENT SAWS EMPLOYEES ONLY* Do you, at minimum, have a Bachelors Degree or higher level of education in Engineering, Science, Public Administration or related field from an institution accredited by a recognized accrediting agency.
• Yes
• No

02

• CURRENT SAWS EMPLOYEES ONLY* If you answered NO to question #1 above, do you at a minimum of an Associates degree in Engineering, Science, Public Administration or related field from an institution accredited by a recognized accrediting agency AND eleven (11) years of experience in program or project planning, development, regulation, support, or operations activities?
• Yes, I meet the education and work experience requirements.
• No, I do not meet the education and work experience requirements.
• Not applicable

03

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

04

How many years of experience do you have in program or project planning, development, regulation, support, or operations activities?

• No experience
• Less than 7 years of experience
• Between 7 years and 10 years of experience
• 11 years or more of experience

05

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.

06

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.

07

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

08

Are you a current SAWS employee (part-time, full-time, intern, temporary, or contract)?

• Part-time Employee
• Full-Time Employee
• Internship Program Employee
• Temporary Agency Employee
• Contract Employee
• Not Applicable

Required Question

Employer San Antonio Water System

Address 2800 U.S. Hwy. 281 N.

San Antonio, Texas, 78212

Website https://www.saws.org/career-opportunities/