Description
Drive the future of our region's water security as the Highlands Ranch Water & Sanitation District's Water Resources Manager!
This pivotal role performs professional work in water rights and water diversion and storage facilities development, representing the District’s interests. The Water Resources Manager coordinates the activities needed to implement goals, objectives, policies and procedures necessary for the water resources section to ensure that sufficient and reliable water is acquired for the District’s water supply, and that sufficient diversion and storage facilities are developed to achieve the goal of a never-failing water supply system for the District.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Perform and coordinate water supply planning activities such as technical analyses, evaluation of acquisition opportunities, contracting, and water court proceedings.
- In conjunction with the Public Works and Engineering Department, plan and develop water resources engineering projects concerned with the District’s water rights and water supply facilities.
- Coordinate water rights protection and development activities involving consultants and legal advisors.
- Provide technical support for negotiations and lawsuits. Negotiate settlements and agreements related to acquisitions, water court proceedings, and water project developments.
- Prepare and present items submitted to the Board of Directors for action.
- Coordinate the collection, analysis, and maintenance of engineering, economic and financial data reports, correspondence, and legal filings relating to the District’s water resources activities.
- Consult with management, other departments, and staff on the planning and scheduling of raw water operations.
- Oversee the legal and regulatory status related to the water system.
- Maintain working contacts with other private and public sector organizations in order to achieve program objectives. Represent the District’s interests at meetings of various organizations.
- Develop and administer consultant contracts for the water resources section
- Monitor proposed water rights and water quality legislation.
- Develop and administer the water resources section budget.
- Prepare a variety of memoranda and reports concerning water supply and development.
- Manage existing water supply contracts.
- Manage a variety of interrelated and complex water supplies and facilities development projects designed to operate with one another over a long period of time.
- Make presentations and recommendations to staff, the Board of Directors, and other groups related to water resources.
- Assist other sections as needed to complete the goals of the organization.
- Perform other duties and special assignments which may be outside normal/routine job duties.
- Serve as a member of various water resource groups throughout the State of Colorado.
Desired Minimum Qualifications
- Graduation from a four-year college or university with a Bachelor of Science degree, Civil Engineering is preferred. Undergraduate or graduate degrees in other related engineering or science disciplines, environmental sciences, hydrology, or law will be considered.
- A minimum or five years of progressively responsible experience in water resources, engineering, water law, or a closely related field, preferably in the state of Colorado.
- Must possess and maintain a valid Colorado driver’s license with an acceptable motor vehicle record.
- Professional Engineer certification in the state of Colorado is preferred.
- Availability to work during non-scheduled hours when necessary.
Necessary Knowledge, Experience, Skills and Abilities
- Extensive knowledge of Colorado water law.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, effectively able to take direction and give direction to others.
- Read and understand technical literature, blueprints, and equipment operations.
- Extensive knowledge of Colorado water law.
- Thorough knowledge of the principles, techniques, and methods of water resource engineering.
- Ability to plan, schedule, and manage a wide variety of projects.
- Ability to organize, coordinate, and supervise the work of others.
- Ability to evaluate complex technical and legal documents and prepare recommendations for District actions.
- Ability to maintain complex data, reports, and records in a manner conducive to efficient utilization.
- Ability to plan for the District’s short-term and long-term water resource needs.
- Ability to understand the various computer models and tools available and make recommendations on their use.
- Ability to prepare, administer, and control budgets.
- Ability to work with minimal supervision and exercise independent judgment, while balancing the need to get outside/expert opinions on complicated problems.
- Work with and manage people from diverse backgrounds and points of view as part of a team including conflict management, team building, strategic planning, and performance management.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, supervisors, other departments, officials, the public and other private and public sector organizations, and work with people from diverse backgrounds and points of view as part of a team.
- Represent the district professionally with integrity and excellence, setting a positive example for workplace behavior. Encourage a respectful, collaborative, and accountable work environment while demonstrating ethical conduct in all interactions.
Supervision Received
Works under the broad policy guidance and direction of the General Manager.
Supervision Exercised
Exercises supervisory direction over the Water Rights and Resources team and other staff as assigned.
Work Schedule
This is a full-time position working 40 hours per week, typically between the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 5:00p.m., Monday through Friday in the office. Some early morning, evening, and weekend meetings and presentations may be required. Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of the job.
Tools and Equipment Used
Personal computers, including Microsoft Windows, Office 365, spreadsheet and database software, web-based software systems, calculator, desk and cell phone, MFP copier/scanner, general office and breakroom equipment, etc.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand, walk, sit and talk or hear; use hand to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
The employee may occasionally be required to lift and/or move up to ten (10) pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in an office type setting. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet. May be required to report during non-scheduled hours.
Selection Guidelines
Formal application or resume, rating of education and experience, panel interview, reference check, background check and job-related tests might be required.
The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific states of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.
The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and the employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the District’s and requirements of the job change.
Our Benefits
We prioritize your well-being and recognize the importance of a work/life balance by offering outstanding benefits:
Health & Retirement!
- 100% paid employee-only medical insurance premiums
- 100% paid employee-only dental & vision insurance premiums
- 100% paid life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance premiums
- 100% contribution match for the pension plan
- Up to 6% employer contribution for the optional retirement plan
Work/life Balance!
- 80 hours of earned vacation per year, increasing after 5 years
- 80 hours of annual sick leave
- 32 hours of annual personal leave
- 10 paid holidays
- 200 hours of medical leave with certification
Wellness & Improvement!
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for confidential support, guidance, and resources for employees and their families.
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options for additional medical expenses.
- Up to $2,000 a year for education reimbursement.
- Highlands Ranch Community Association recreation center pass for a discounted fee.
Saving, Planning & Other!
- Optional 457 deferred compensation plan to help employees plan for their retirement.
- Generous stipend for personal cell phone.
- Discounts for employees on over 1,000 products and services.
Application Information
Pre-employment screening includes a background check, illegal substances screening and motor vehicle record review.
We will be accepting applications for at least two weeks or until the position is filled.
Submit applications at highlandsranch.org/apply or if viewing this posting from our career center, click "Apply" below.
