Data Steward

29.58 - $47.33 Hourly

61,531 - $98,449 Annually

This position is a Pay Band 75

Posting Details

This position is part of a team that manages public drinking water system compliance data and performs complex analysis of that data in accordance with the New Mexico Drinking Water Regulations and the Safe Drinking Water Act.

Why does the job exist?

This posting will be used for ongoing recruitment and may close at any time. Applicant lists may be screened more than once.

Department Name : Water Protection Division (WPD)

Program Area : Drinking Water Bureau (DWB)

Looking for a rewarding career and growth opportunity? The New Mexico Environment Department (NMED) is seeking highly engaged talent to assist us in our mission to protect and restore the environment and foster a healthy and prosperous New Mexico for present and future generations. Come be a part of our great team for change! Learn more at : https : / / www.env.nm.gov /

As a valued new employee to the NMED, you will receive five (5) full days of leave in your leave balances right from your start date.

How does it get done?

• Execute any tasks required to ensure the database accurately represents public water systems' compliance status and inventory, including decisions on data validity
• Assist Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) Supervisor with developing, designing, and leading implementation of Drinking Water Bureau (DWB) data projects, including transition to

Drinking Water State-Federal-Tribal Information Exchange System (DW-SFTIES), or other projects as requested by SDWIS Supervisor

Who are the customers?

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will have experience in the following :

Minimum Qualification

Bachelor's degree in Physical, Natural, or Environmental Science, Soil Science, or Engineering and five (5) years of work experience in public / environmental health, environmental science, Air Quality Management, Biology, Engineering, Chemistry, Geology, Hazardous Waste Management, Wildlife Management, and / or Water Resources. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and / or direct experience in this occupation totaling nine (9) years may substitute for the required education and experience.

Substitution Table

These combinations of education and experience qualify you for the position :

Education Experience Education Experience 1 High School Diploma or Equivalent AND 9 years of experience OR High School Diploma or Equivalent AND 9 years of experience 2 Associate's degree in the field(s) specified in the minimum qualification AND 7 years of experience Associate's degree or higher in any field AND 9 years of experience 3 Bachelor's degree in the field(s) specified in the minimum qualification AND 5 years of experience 4 Master's degree in the field(s) specified in the minimum qualification AND 3 years of experience 5 PhD degree in the field(s) specified in the minimum qualification AND 1 year of experience

Employment Requirements

Must possess and maintain a valid New Mexico Driver's License. Must possess and maintain a current Defensive Driving Course certificate from the State of New Mexico or must pass and receive a Defensive Driving Course certificate as a condition of continued employment.

Working Conditions

Work is performed in an office setting with exposure to Visual / Video Display Terminal (VDT) and extensive personal computer and phone usage. Some sitting, standing, bending and reaching may be required.

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Agency Contact Information : Jim Midkiff (505) 660-3391 or Email

For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.

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Bargaining Unit Position

This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and all terms / conditions of that agreement apply and must be adhered to.

Salary : $61,531 - $98,449