Description
ABOUT GEFA
Founded in 1985, the Georgia Environmental Finance Authority (GEFA) directs programs that improve Georgia’s environment, protect natural resources, and promote economic development. GEFA provides loans for water, wastewater, and solid waste infrastructure; manages energy efficiency and renewable energy programs; administers land conservation loans; and monitors state-owned fuel storage tanks. This is an exciting time to join the GEFA team as the state of Georgia makes historic investments in water and energy with federal and state funding. In the last five years, GEFA has executed over $2 billion in water infrastructure loans and grants to communities throughout Georgia. Much of this funding is dedicated to small and disadvantaged communities.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The GEFA Water Resources Division finances water infrastructure projects that enable economic development and provide healthy, safe drinking water to communities. GEFA is seeking individuals with initiative and critical problem-solving skills who are passionate about clean water and enjoy a fast-paced environment. As a GEFA Team Lead Program Manager in the Water Resources Division (WRD), you will use your skills and knowledge to make a difference in the lives of the people throughout the state of Georgia.
The Team Lead plays a key role on the WRD leadership team and is responsible for managing GEFA’s Clean Water programs. These programs provide financing for sewer, wastewater, stormwater, and nonpoint source pollution projects, as well as land, energy, and water conservation initiatives. Program areas include the Clean Water State Revolving Fund (CWSRF), Georgia Fund, Helene Resilience Fund, and the Emerging Contaminants Program.
This position oversees a team of project managers and is responsible for administering both state and federal grant and loan programs. The ideal candidate will be a motivated leader with experience in water quality, infrastructure financing, team management, and compliance with federal program requirements. Major responsibilities for this position include:
Leadership and Team Management
- Supervise and mentor a team of project managers responsible for implementing and monitoring CWSRF-funded infrastructure projects.
- Assign workloads, provide technical guidance, and conduct performance evaluations.
- Foster a collaborative, results-driven team environment focused on efficiency, regulatory compliance, and customer service.
- Coordinate training and professional development opportunities to support team growth and effectiveness.
Program Management
- Oversee the overall administration of the Clean Water State Revolving Fund (CWSRF) programs.
- Monitor trends related to national, state, and local water quality and infrastructure issues.
- Lead the preparation and submission of annual grant applications and Intended Use Plans (IUPs) to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
- Oversee the development and submission of state and federal annual reports.
- Ensure high performance in key areas including customer service, timely and accurate processing of applications, loan and grant development, site inspections, and disbursement reviews.
- Contribute to division budgeting, strategic planning, and financial management processes.
Outreach
- Provide outreach and technical assistance to local governments, water systems, consulting engineers, and contractors.
- Present at public meetings, conferences, and workshops on topics related to water infrastructure financing.
- Represent GEFA in program-related communications with federal, state, and local government agencies, consulting firms, contractors, nonprofit organizations, and other partners.
Travel is mandatory and averages 25 percent.
GEFA values our employees. We offer a competitive salary, a comprehensive benefits package, work/life balance work schedules, and opportunities for career growth and development.
Requirements
Minimum Qualifications (Position Specific)
Completion of an undergraduate degree from an accredited four-year college or university in a related field
Four years of related work experience in program management, water infrastructure, environmental policy, or finance.
Note: An equivalent combination of education and/or job specific experience that provided the knowledge, experience and competencies required to successfully perform the job at the level listed may be substituted on a year-over-year basis.
Preferred Qualifications (Position Specific)
Preference will be given to applicants who, in addition to the minimum qualifications, possess one or more of the following:
- Ten or more years of related work experience in the water or environmental sector
- Three or more years of supervisory experience
- Experience with managing state revolving fund loan programs for water infrastructure or managing GEFA-funded projects
- Experience planning, designing, and/or managing wastewater, stormwater, and/or nonpoint source pollution programs or systems
- An advanced degree in a relevant field of study
- Experience with federal grants and funding
INSTRUCTIONS: To apply for this job, submit your resume to jobposting@gefa.ga.gov
Note: GEFA reserves the right to hire at a higher or lower-level position and salary based on candidate qualifications.
Please Note: All qualified, prospective candidates will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Due to the large volume of resumes received in this office, we are unable to provide information on your resume status. No notifications will be sent to prospective candidates except those who are selected for interviews. HR reserves the right to amend the recruitment dates on any job posting if we receive an overwhelming number of resumes.
THIS POSITION IS OPEN TO ALL QUALIFIED APPLICANTS
An Equal Opportunity Employer
GEFA does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, or disability in employment.
