Job Listings
National Water Resources Association
Title: Executive Vice President
Salary: $150,000 plus, annually
Location: Washington, DC or in the Western States
Deadline: Until filled
Summary: NWRA is operated and managed under a professional services agreement with Water Strategies LLC, an independent lobbying and association management firm. We are seeking a distinguished high‑profile individual to serve as the next NWRA Executive Vice President (EVP) on a full-time basis. The primary point of contact with NWRA for the EVP is the President of NWRA. The individual must have a working knowledge of western water supply and development issues and an established federal or congressional resume. Serving as part of an existing association management team and at the behest of the NWRA Board of Directors, the EVP’s responsibilities are broad and include representing NWRA’s interests before Congress and the federal agencies, the media, other organizations and the public.
Apply: For more details or to apply by submitting a cover letter and resume please contact Mr. Kris Polly at kris.polly@waterstrategies.com
Arvin-Edison Water Storage District
Title: Numerous Opportunities
Salary: Based on qualifications
Location: Arvin, CA
Deadline: Until filled
Summary: The district oversees major infrastructure consisting of 45 miles of concrete canals, 50 pumping plants with 150 pumps/motors, 1500 acres of spreading basins, 82 groundwater extraction wells, and manages approximately 50 employees.
Apply: Here
Arizona Department of Water Resources
Title: Numerous opportunities
Salary: Based on qualifications
Location: Phoenix, AZ
Deadline: Until filled
Summary: Virtually everything Arizona Department of Water Resources employees do affects the quality of life for the state's residents and guests. With multiple career opportunities available through the same employer job mobility and career advancement are highly likely.
Apply: Here
California Department of Water Resources
Title: Engineer, Water Resources
Salary: $6,299 – $11,798 monthly
Location: Red Bluff, CA
Deadline: 09/20/24
Summary: Seeking an enthusiastic water resources focused Civil Engineer with a positive and supportive attitude to become a valuable member of our team. If you're interested in hydrology, hydraulics, and developing high-quality work products that contribute to the well-being of Northern California communities, this might be the perfect role for you. The Engineer will be part of a group of dedicated professionals working together to support programs and partners across the region. This position will contribute to work that directly impacts residents and communities, including engineering analyses related to floodplain management and reduction of flood risk, and watershed restoration. Primary duties include a healthy balance of fieldwork, numerical hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, CAD, and drafting technical reports.
Apply: Here or contact kim.burns@water.ca.gov for additional information.
Columbia Basin Hydropower
Title: Secretary-Manager
Salary: $84.13 – $108.17 hourly
Location: Ephrata, WA
Deadline: Until filled
Summary: Reports to a 6-member board and is responsible for implementing the Board’s policies and directives in the administration and management of five hydroelectric projects. Responsible for managing relationship between CBHP Board and the East, Quincy and South Columbia Basin Irrigation Districts as well as other local, state, and federal regulatory and legislative entities. Plans and evaluates the work performed by employees and oversees the development of such rules and regulations as are required for safe and efficient care, operation and maintenance of the irrigation and power facilities. Develops long- and short-range rehabilitation and betterment plans as well as pursues agreements and/or acquisitions as is necessary to fulfill the organization’s mission.
Apply: Here
Elephant Butte Irrigation District
Title: RFP for Legal Services
Salary: Retainer based as proposed by offeror(s) and agreed to by EBID
Location: Las Cruces, NM
Deadline: Proposals must be delivered to EBID by 2:00 p.m. MDT, August 26, 2024.
Summary: EBID invites sealed proposals from independent contractors for professional legal services. It is EBID's intent to select one or more legal firms who can be called upon to provide general counsel/legal services as needed.
Apply: The full RFP can be viewed at https://www.ebid-nm.org/procurement. Prospective offerors may also obtain further information, and inspect and acquire request for proposal documents by contacting EBID Finance Director/CPO Karin Myrum at 530 South Melendres Street, Las Cruces, NM 88005, or by calling 575-993-2464
Lower Colorado River Authority
Title: Environmental Coordinator II
Salary: Based on qualifications
Location: Austin, TX
Deadline: Until filled
Summary: Leads U.S. Army Corps of Engineers permitting, Endangered Species Act compliance, and storm water permitting efforts for LCRA water supply infrastructure projects. Effectively communicates compliance requirements to LCRA project engineers, operations, and outside contractors. Develop applications for environmental permitting, regulatory filings, and environmental plans and procedures. Seeking analytical thinker and flexible problem solver with the ability to balance competing demands, attention to detail, and build consensus. Use independent judgment and discretion when tackling complex situations in order to deliver solutions that are compliant and customer-focused. Must strive for excellence in all areas of work while exemplifying LCRA’s values of focusing on service, taking initiative, showing respect, operating with integrity, and focusing on safety.
Apply: Here
Merced Irrigation District
Title: Hydro Electrical Technician
Salary: $40.58 – $57.10 per hour
Location: Merced, CA
Deadline: Until filled
Summary: Performs installation, field testing, and maintenance of protective relay equipment, relay carriers, and supervisory equipment, station apparatus, instruments, remote and local control devices, computer systems and associated wiring. Is required to possess and exercise extensive knowledge of the theory and practical application of trade techniques common and peculiar to maintenance and repair of power system generating plants.
Apply: Here
Middle Rio Grande Conservancy District
Title: Engineering Manager
Salary: $109,923 – $120,178 annually
Location: Albuquerque, NM
Deadline: Until filled
Summary: Will plan, direct, coordinate, and supervise construction and engineering activities and related functions for the District. Reviews and provides comments and direction on construction plans in accordance with industry and established District standards. Prepares, directs, and reviews engineering/planning reports and other studies. Is the primary point of contact for local, tribal, state and federal governmental agencies and constituents in engineering projects/practices associated with the District’s mission of water delivery, drainage, flood protection, quality of life and environmental preservation. The Engineering Manager oversees and approves licenses for typical facilities’ crossings and consults with the CEO/Chief Engineer and Board of Directors regarding improvements impacting District facilities and lands. Oversees, directs, and supervises District staff in design and construction activities as well as provides support to divisions regarding optimization of maintenance activities.
Apply: Here
Nevada Division of Environmental Protection
Title: Environmental Scientist
Salary: ES3: $67,296.24 to $100,098.72, ES2 – Underfill: $64,414.80 to $95,630.40, or ES1 – Underfill: $56,689.20 to $83,666.16
Location: Carson City, NV
Deadline: September 3, 2024
Summary: The Nevada Division of Environmental Protection – Bureau of Water Quality Planning is seeking an Environmental Scientist in the Standards, Assessment and Monitoring Branch. This Branch is responsible for monitoring surface water quality, assessment and reporting of surface water quality, and development of Standards to Protect Designated Uses on surface waters of the State. Specific duties include conducting chemical, physical, and biological monitoring of surface water throughout the State according to established quality assurance/quality control protocols. Additional duties include reviewing water quality standards and drafting regulatory petitions to add new or revise surface water quality standards; assessing Nevada's surface waters to determine support of beneficial uses and development of Nevada's Integrated Report; analyzing data and writing technical reports to support regulation changes; conducting data analysis and preparing various reports and technical papers required under the Federal Clean Water Act; and other duties as assigned.
Apply: For compete job description and to submit application, visit: ES3, ES2 – Underfill, or ES1 – Underfill
ND Department of Water Resources
Title: Hydrogeologist II
Salary: $6,000 - $6,660
Location: Bismarck, ND
Deadline: August 21, 2024
Summary: The Department of Water Resources (DWR) has several responsibilities on behalf of the people of North Dakota. DWR serves as the primary funding entity for critical water infrastructure; appropriates the state’s water resources; and is responsible for other water-related regulatory and management functions that ensure public safety and support the long-term sustainability and beneficial use of North Dakota’s water resources. As a hydrogeologist with the North Dakota Department of Water Resources, you will have an impact on the sustainable management of groundwater resources, in an environment that provides many opportunities to learn using robust datasets and technology. The management of water rights requires an interdisciplinary approach of water policy, science, and data management.
Apply: For compete job description and to submit application and resume, visit: Here
ND Department of Water Resources
Title: Hydrogeologist III
Salary: $6,500 - $7,500
Location: Bismarck, ND
Deadline: August 21, 2024
Summary: The Department of Water Resources (DWR) has several responsibilities on behalf of the people of North Dakota. DWR serves as the primary funding entity for critical water infrastructure; appropriates the state’s water resources; and is responsible for other water-related regulatory and management functions that ensure public safety and support the long-term sustainability and beneficial use of North Dakota’s water resources. As a hydrogeologist with the North Dakota Department of Water Resources, you will have an impact on the sustainable management of groundwater resources, in an environment that provides many opportunities to learn using robust datasets and technology. The management of water rights requires an interdisciplinary approach of water policy, science, and data management.
Apply: For compete job description and to submit application and resume, visit: Here
Salt River Project (SRP)
Title: Water Resource Data Analyst
Salary: Based on qualifications
Location: Mesa, AZ
Deadline: Until filled
Summary: Provides professional expertise in the collection, input, reconciliation, validation, and analysis of SRP's water resource data. Follows departmental procedures and adheres to SRP's data management and security policies. Collaborates with other departments across SRP on the interpretation and use of water data. Responds to ad-hoc water resource data requests, produces written analyses, and participates in special projects related to SRP's water resource goals and objectives. Provides professional expertise in hydrology to resolve problems related to water resources planning, supply, demand, water transmission, water measurement, and water controls.
Apply: Here
South Columbia Basin Irrigation District
Title: Engineer
Salary: $41.56–$51.55 hourly
Location: Pasco, WA
Deadline: Until filled
Summary: Provides general engineering support for operation and maintenance activities and modifications of irrigation facilities. Offers authoritative engineering decisions and interpretations of specifications. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed on the position description are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Apply: Full position description can be found here. Interested parties should submit a resume sandlotter of interest to Human Resources Manager, POB 1006, Pasco, WA.
SWCA Environmental Consultants
Title: Numerous Opportunities
Salary: Based on position and qualifications
Location: To be determined
Deadline: Until filled
Summary: SWCA employs smart, talented, problem-solvers dedicated to our purpose of preserving natural and cultural resources for tomorrow while enabling projects that benefit people today. Our people work on diverse projects, develop new skills, and collaborate with teams across the country. Our projects take us to exciting places – picturesque outdoor landscapes, bustling cities, and historic small towns. We work best at the intersection of people, progress, and the natural world.
Apply: Here
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