DEPUTY ADMINISTRATOR, REGULATORY AGENCY (DCNR)

The salary range indicated in this announcement is based on the Employee/Employer retirement compensation schedule. An employer-only option is available at a reduced salary range. Generally, salaries start at the lowest level of a step 1 and increase with each year of service to the highest level of a step 10.

For more information on benefit and retirement programs, please see the sections below.
In order to receive consideration, applicants must indicate their availability for any work type, travel, and location requirements listed.

The Position

Under general administrative direction, incumbents serve as deputy to the Administrator of one of the regulatory agencies in the Department of Conservation & Natural Resources. Duties include management of professional, technical and administrative support staff; budget development and monitoring; development of policies and regulations; and ensuring compliance with applicable federal and State regulations and statutes.

The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (NDCNR), protects, manages, and enhances the State's resources to provide the highest quality of life for Nevada's citizens and visitors. The NDCNR with over 900 employees consists of the Director's Office and the following divisions and programs: Environmental Protection, Forestry, State Lands, State Parks, Water Resources, Outdoor Recreation, Natural Heritage, State Historic Preservation Office, Off-Highway Vehicles, Sagebrush Ecosystem, and the Conservation Districts Program. The Department also provides support staff to the Nevada Tahoe Regional Planning Agency and has responsibility for numerous Boards, Commissions, and Councils. The Department has locations and/or provides program services in every community of the State.

The Division of Water Resources (NDWR) is recruiting for a Deputy Administrator position that is located in Carson City, NV with no option to telework, and will report directly to the Division Administrator/State Engineer. This senior leadership role oversees key programs and operations within the Division of Water Resources. The incumbent will work closely with the State Engineer and other Deputy Administrators on high-level strategy and daily decision-making to address Nevada's complex water resource needs, while also supervising the dedicated staff of the Division. This position will also provide oversight on statewide water management initiatives, proactively addressing future water needs. This position is responsible for leading, guiding, and supporting a team of professional, technical, and administrative staff. The position also manages budgets, drafts policies, and proposes regulatory and statutory language aligned with state and federal water laws. The incumbent will ensure projects and rulings meet Division standards, remain in compliance with applicable laws, and are defensible under judicial review. The incumbent also represents the Division in engagements with boards, committees, civic groups, the legislature, tribes, and other water resource stakeholders. Additionally, the position works closely with the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources and other agencies to coordinate policies impacting water resources across Nevada. This role will directly supervise managers and section heads, assign projects, oversee progress, and ensure high-quality outcomes and also support the professional growth of the team and help establish the Division's strategic goals.

To see full Class Specifications visit: http://hr.nv.gov/Resources/ClassSpecs/Class_Specifications-6_0/

To Qualify:

In order to be qualified, you must meet the following requirements: