TCEQ - Director VI (Deputy Director)
Texas Commission on Environmental QualityAustin, Texas, United States
Posted May 13, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) is the state agency responsible for safeguarding Texas’s human and natural resources. With a workforce of roughly 2,800 employees spread across a central office in Austin and 16 regional sites, the TCEQ enforces regulations that promote clean air, clean water, and safe waste management while balancing sustainable economic growth. The agency bases its decisions on law, science, and fiscal responsibility, ensuring that rules are necessary, effective, and applied consistently. It actively encourages public participation, fosters voluntary compliance, and maintains a diverse, high-quality workforce. As an equal-opportunity employer, the TCEQ commits to fair hiring practices and an inclusive workplace culture.
Job Description
Join TCEQ and grow with an environmental state agency as a Director VI (Deputy Director) in the Budget and Planning Division, overseeing daily activities, goals, and objectives to meet state requirements.
Requirements
- Experience in state government accounting and management, including experience with the State of Texas legislative budget processes
- Experience with USAS (Uniform Statewide Accounting System), CAPPS (Centralized Accounting Payroll/Personnel System), and ABEST (Automated Budget and Evaluation System)
- Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in a field relevant to assignment, or experience in managing a business function, division, or department
- Ability to maintain the security or integrity of critical infrastructure
Benefits
- Optional 401(k) and 457 plans
- Insurance: Health, Vision, Dental, and optional FSA
- Paid day(s) off from work on national holidays and holidays that the state observes
- Professional development opportunities
- Longevity pay based on your number of years working for the state
- Wellness Program and Activities
- Onsite Nurse Practitioner in HQ
- Work-Life Balance
