Canyon Regional Water Authority

Job Description

 

 

Position Title: Water Resources Manager

Salary: Commensurate with Experience; Minimum $110,000 Annually

 

JOB SUMMARY

The Water Resources Manager is a senior-management level professional responsible for strategic policy and programs related to the development and management of water supplies.  S/he leads all aspects of water resource planning and project development from initial planning and conceptual development through project design and construction.  S/he interprets laws and formulates recommendations to the General Manager regarding rules, regulations, policies and programs, including local and regional community impacts.  S/he reports to the General Manager.

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  • Manages the planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of water resource projects.
  • Oversees the development and implementation of effective practices to ensure responsible development and management of the system’s water supplies. Applies advanced knowledge of biology, ecology, environmental science, engineering, and/or hydrology to ensure sustainable development of water supply projects.
  • Applies and interprets local, state and federal laws, and regulatory programs.
  • Oversees water supply acquisition and leasing program.
  • Develops, recommends, and implements Authority policies and procedures.
  • Develops relationships within the community as well as with stakeholders, entities and agencies at the local, regional, state, and federal levels.
  • Identifies potential local, regional, state, and federal partnership opportunities to develop, expand or modify applicable water resource projects.
  • Identifies and manages emerging regional authority issues associated with water resource projects.
  • Communicates complex issues both within the agency as well as to community groups, elected officials, and the general public by acting as spokesperson for CRWA water resources policies, programs and projects.
  • Assist with managing the Authority’s operating and capital budgets.
  • Applies negotiation strategies for contract development.
  • Develops and executes strategic plans in a complex legal, financial, and economic environment.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

 

DECISION MAKING

  • The Water Resources Manager works under limited supervision.

 

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Urban Planning, Engineering, Environmental Science, Biological Science, Geology, or other related field from an institution accredited by a nationally recognized accrediting agency.
  • Five years progressive experience in budgeting, management, supervision, design operations and construction of water infrastructure projects including two years of supervising personnel, project development, budgeting water resource development, and public policy.
  • Able to use word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation software.
  • Valid Class “C” Texas Drivers License consistent with CRWA driving policies.

 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Master’s Degree in appropriate field.
  • Experience in water resources or environmental/conservation management field.
  • Direct project management experience.

 

JOB DIMENSIONS

  • Contact with internal and external customers, consultants, and stakeholders.
  • Extensive public interaction with local and regional regulatory entities and stakeholders.
  • Communicates effectively, verbally and in writing.
  • May be required to work hours other than the regular schedule including nights and weekends. Some travel may be required.

 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

  • Working conditions are primarily in an office environment. Frequent field visits may be required.