What are the responsibilities and job description for the Water Resources Manager position at Coachella Valley Water District?

Salary : $12,379.00 - $17,283.00 Monthly

Location : Palm Desert, CA

Job Type : Full Time

Job Number : 2020-00396

Department : Environmental Services

Division : Water Resources

Opening Date : 01 / 14 / 2025

Closing Date : 2 / 2 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Pacific

Job Summary

TITLE : Water Resources Manager

SRN S33 : $12,379- $17,283 Monthly, Exempt

Bargaining Unit : ASSET

Department : Environmental Services

Section : Water Resources

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP :

Reports to : Director of Environmental Services

Supervises the following positions : Management Analyst

Promotional opportunity procedures will include the following :

Review of minimum qualifications

Review of personnel files, including but not limited to : attendance history, disciplinary history, and performance evaluations

Testing / Assessments :

Oral Interview(s)

DEFINITION : Under general direction, plans, organizes, oversees, coordinates, and manages the staff and operations of the Water Resources Division including developing and updating water management plans and implementing water resources programs; duties include technical and administrative work associated with advancing the District's interests including water resources related grant submissions and grant management functions; participates in the development of policies and strategies for division operations; manages the effective use of division resources to improve organizational productivity and customer service; provides complex and responsible support to the Director of Environmental Services in areas of expertise; and performs related work as required.

Essential Functions

EXAMPLES OF TYPICAL JOB FUNCTIONS :

Plans, manages, and oversees the daily functions, operations, and activities of the Water Resources division, including development and updating of water management plans and implementing water resources programs related to water supply and groundwater sustainability; coordinates the completion and updating of water resources management plans, groundwater management plans, urban water management plans, water supply assessments and verifications and other hydrogeological and engineering reports for managing water resources.
Participates in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for the division; continuously monitors the efficiency and effectiveness of assigned programs, service delivery methods, and procedures; assesses and monitors workload, administrative, and support systems, and internal reporting relationships; identifies opportunities and makes recommendations for improvement.
Participates in the development, administration, and oversight of division budget; determines funding needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; ensures compliance with budgeted funding.
Participates in the selection of, trains, motivates, and evaluates assigned personnel; works with employees to correct deficiencies; recommends and implements discipline and termination procedures.
Develops and manages requests for proposals for professional and / or contracted services; prepares scope of work and any technical specifications; evaluates proposals and recommends award; negotiates contracts; administers contracts to ensure compliance with District specifications and service quality.
Identifies key issues and develops, recommends, and implements strategies to protect and promote the District's primary business interests including participation in District strategic planning activities supporting board and staff interactions externally and support linkage to internal policies and issues.
Represents the District in technical and policy development meetings and committees and boards; performs technical and policy development work for the Coachella Valley Regional Water Management Group and other coalitions of agencies working to manager water resources.
Participates in the development, negotiation and administration of water supply contracts and cooperative agreements with other agencies as required; provides technical and administrative support for water resource management grant submissions and grant management activities.
Prepares and presents staff and agenda reports and other necessary correspondence related to assigned activities and services; presents reports to various commissions, committees, and boards.
Conducts a variety of organizational and operational studies and investigations; recommends modifications to assigned programs, policies, and procedures, as appropriate.
Serves as a liaison for assigned functions with other District departments, divisions, and outside agencies; provides staff support to commissions, committees, and task forces as necessary.
Attends and participates in professional group meetings; stays abreast of new trends and innovations in water resources; researches emerging products and enhancements and their applicability to District needs.
Monitors changes in regulations and technology that may affect operations; implements policy and procedural changes after approval.
Receives, investigates, and responds to difficult and sensitive problems and complaints in a professional manner; identifies and reports findings and takes necessary corrective action.
Directs the establishment and maintenance of working and official division files.
Ensures staff compliance with District and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols.
Performs other duties as assigned.

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Minimum Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be :

Education : Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in engineering, geology, hydrogeology, environmental science, natural resource management, or a closely related field

Experience : Eight (8) years of progressively responsible experience in developing and updating water management plans and implementing water resources programs, at least four (4) years of which demonstrated increasing responsible supervisory experience of other professional staff.

Licenses and Certifications :

Possession of a valid California Driver's License, to be maintained throughout employment.

State of California certification as a Professional Geologist, Hydrogeologist or Engineer, to be maintained throughout employment.

Knowledge of :

Administrative principles and practices, including goal setting, program development, implementation, and evaluation, and project management.

Principles and practices of budget development and administration.

Principles and practices of employee supervision, including work planning, assignment, review and evaluation, and the training of staff in work procedures.

Principles and practices of leadership.

Principles and techniques for working with groups and fostering effective team interaction to ensure teamwork is conducted smoothly.

Applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulatory codes, ordinances, and procedures relevant to assigned areas of responsibility.

Organization and management practices as applied to the development, analysis, and evaluation of programs, policies, and operational needs of the assigned area of responsibility.

Principles and practices of contract administration and management.

Operational Characteristics, services, and overall business functions of a large water utility.

Mathematics, economics, and statistical analysis.

Engineering project design, construction, and operation.

Hydrogeological principles, practices, and applications.

Techniques for effectively representing the District in contacts with governmental agencies, community groups, and various business, professional, educational, regulatory, and legislative organizations.

Recent and on-going developments, current literature, and sources of information related to the operations of the assigned division.

Methods and techniques of preparing technical and administrative reports, and general business correspondence.

District and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols.

Modern equipment and communication tools used for business functions and program, project, and task coordination, including computers and software programs relevant to work performed.

The structure and content of the English language, including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.

Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and District staff.

Ability to :

Plan, organize, oversee, and manage the staff and operations of the Water Resources Division.

Develop and implement goals, objectives, practices, policies, procedures, and work standards.

Prepare and administer large and complex budgets; allocate limited resources in a cost-effective manner.

Provide administrative, management, and professional leadership for the division.

Select and supervise staff, provide training and development opportunities, ensure work is performed effectively, and evaluate performance in an objective and positive manner.

Interpret, apply, explain, and ensure compliance with Federal, State, and local policies, procedures, laws, and regulations.

Evaluate and develop improvements in operations, procedures, policies, or methods.

Negotiate, prepare, and administer complex programs and agreements.

Identify key issues; develop policy and strategy recommendations; advance the District's policies and positions in external areas.

Apply scientific principles and utilize computer in the solution of complex water resources management and business problems.

Analyze complex water resources and hydrogeological data and draw sound conclusions.

Research, analyze, and evaluate new water resources management methods and techniques.

Prepare clear and concise reports, correspondence, policies, procedures, and other written materials.

Research, analyze, and evaluate new service delivery methods, procedures, and techniques.

Analyze, interpret, summarize, and present technical information and data in an effective manner.

Conduct complex research projects, evaluate alternatives, make sound recommendations, and prepare effective technical staff reports.

Effectively represent the division and the District in meetings with governmental agencies, community groups, and various businesses, professional, and regulatory organizations, and in meetings with individuals.

Direct the establishment and maintenance of a variety of filing, record-keeping, and tracking systems.

Independently organize work, set priorities, meet critical deadlines, and follow-up on assignments.

Effectively use computer systems, software applications relevant to work performed, and modern business equipment to perform a variety of work tasks.

Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, using appropriate English grammar and syntax.

Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal guidelines.

Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

The Coachella Valley Water District provides a comprehensive, balanced, and competitive benefits package ensuring employees have many options to meet their healthcare, wellness and / or retirement savings goals. Providing employees with flexibility and support for all the different stages of life. Employees may pay some portion of their benefit premium costs based on the provisions of their labor-negotiated Memorandums of Understanding (MOU's) and the level of coverage they select. Additional information regarding CVWD employee benefits is available at

Do you possess, or have the ability to obtain, a valid "C" class California Driver's license?

Do you possess a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in engineering, geology, hydrogeology, environmental science, natural resource management, or a closely related field?

Do you currently possess a certification as a Professional Geologist, Hydrogeologist or Engineer from the State of California?

Please explain how you have eight (8) years of progressively responsible experience in developing and updating water management plans and implementing water resources programs, at least four (4) years of which demonstrated increasing responsible supervisory experience of other professional staff.

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