Water Resource Engineer

Job Overview

Under the direction of the Engineering Manager plans, organizes, integrates, manages and participates in the activities and work of the District’s Water Resources; develops strategies, policies and programs to enhance local and imported water resource opportunities and regional environmental resources; participates in the conduct of difficult and technical engineering projects, engineering analyses, research, planning and design for a variety of capital construction programs and/or maintenance/improvement programs; and performs related duties as assigned. This is an at-will position.

Responsibilities

• Administer the District’s Water Resource and responsibilities associated with the Fryingpan-Arkansas (Fry-Ark) Project.
• Forecasting Imports and allocation of annual Fry-Ark Project water and return flows.
• Calculating, processing, and tracking of annual allocation of Fry-Ark Project water and return flows. Including maintaining a historical record.
• Bureau of Reclamation contracts associated with the Fry-Ark Project annual review and compliance.
• Review and tracking of all Fry-Ark system reservoir excess capacity contracts
• Provides technical engineering support for the preparation of environmental impact reports, as related to the Fry-Ark infrastructure.
• Fry-Ark Project and Arkansas River operations coordination and Communication.
• Fry-Ark Project operational work plan coordination regarding planned project maintenance and replacement.
• Reclamation Reform Act Compliance
• In consultation with legal counsel, reviews and investigates water right applications in the monthly Water Court Resume.
• Development and utilization of the District’s Graphical Information System (GIS).
• Oversee and evaluate the District’s Inclusion and annexation process.
• Coordination with water users and Division Engineering Office regarding return flows and use of water.
• Responsible for planning, preparing reports, and conducting assigned Committee and Board meetings or other water related meetings.
• Provided reports oral and written to Committees and Board of Directors.
• Prepares correspondence on technical engineering issues.
• Reviews applicable laws, regulations, policies and design standards.
• Analyzes and responds to requests for information from contractors, member agencies, other public entities and the public.
• Represents and/or accompanies the District and Executive Director at water-related meetings, as assigned, to convey, and discuss SECWCD’s position on a variety of matters.
• Represents the District and coordinates with other organizations and agencies on water related technical investigations.
• Develops highly complex programs, studies and reports relating to current and long-range water resources and environmental planning, water demand/supply forecasting, and environmental compliance and mitigation.
• Formulates policy initiatives related to water and environmental resources,
• Establishes the scope, schedule and budget for resources planning studies, projects and programs; administers and manages contracts; reviews work products for compliance with District policies and standards.
• Makes authoritative written and verbal interpretations of applicable laws, regulations, policies, procedures and standards.
• Analyzes and recommends District positions on and revisions to state and federal laws pertaining to growth management, water resources, and environmental protection.

Other Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Directs the effective development, maintenance and usage of the District's geographic information system and statistical models for the water resources/allocation for the District.
• Performs special engineering studies.
• Assistance of the operation of the Hydroelectric power

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, or related field.
• Professional Engineer designation is not needed but will be strongly considered.
• Colorado Class “R” Driver’s License.
• 2-3 years preferred experience in the operational practices required to administer and maintain irrigation and municipal water supply, delivery works consisting of dams, reservoirs, rivers, conduits, pipelines and canals.
• Any equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of Colorado Water Law.
• Knowledge of raw water supply and planning, water rights acquisition, water resources and environmental issues, regulatory and environmental requirements.
• Extensive mathematical skills and modeling techniques.
• Knowledge of computers including Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent written composition and grammar skills.
• Ability to explain and/or present complex subjects to multiple audiences.
• Demonstrate accuracy and attention to detail and quality in work product.
• Demonstrate planning, organization, and ability to meet deadlines.
• Demonstrate sound judgment by including appropriate staff in decision-making process.
• Demonstrate ability to balance team and individual responsibilities.
• Contributes to building a successful team and positive morale while reaching goals and objectives. Specialized interpersonal skills are required in mediation, conflict resolution, public relations, public speaking, and/or counseling. Position interacts with a variety of individuals and groups, both within and outside of SECWCD. Interpersonal relationships are complex and subject to a high level of conflict and visibility.
• Must possess the ability to perform the essential functions of the position.

Materials and Equipment Used

• Standard office materials and equipment.
• Company vehicle.

Supervisory Responsibility

• None

Working Environment

• Work is performed in an indoor and outdoor environment.
• Work may require standing and/or walking for extended periods on irregular terrain.
• Occasional lifting, pulling, and/or pushing of items weighing 40 pounds.
• Work requires extended periods of driving to and from remote sites.
• Work requires sitting at a computer for extended periods.

FLSA Status: Exempt

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8-hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Pueblo, CO 81001: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Position open until filled

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (“EEO”) Employer