WATER RESOURCES SPECIALIST 1 (AMA)

DEPT OF WATER RESOURCES

The mission of the Arizona Department of Water Resources (ADWR) is to safeguard the health, safety, and economic welfare of the public by protecting, conserving, and enhancing Arizona's water supplies in a bold, thoughtful, and innovative manner. ADWR is seeking a talented, committed water resource professional to join the Statewide AMA Section.

Hybrid: remote and 1110 W. Washington St., Suite #310

Phoenix, AZ 85007

Salary: $45,000 - $55,000

Grade: 20

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

This position will be responsible for reviewing and processing applications for grandfathered rights in the Douglas AMA, assisting in the administration of the conservation programs of the Active Management Areas (AMAs) Section, as described in the Management Plans; developing an accurate understanding of applicable laws, rules, statutes, policies and procedures in use by ADWR and communicating them to the regulated community and interested parties on a regular basis via written communication, phone call and meetings.

This position may offer the ability to work remotely, within Arizona, based upon the department's business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures.

The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, and commissions, many State employees participate in the State’s Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.

Other duties related to the AMA programs and processes may be assigned as needed.

Knowledge of:

• Groundwater Code, especially pertaining to groundwater rights and permits
• The mandatory conservation programs, as described in the management plans
• The occurrence, behavior, and significance of water in nature
• Environmental, social, and economic aspects of water supply and utilization
• Current concepts and practices in water resource management
• Current laws and regulations regarding water supply and utilization in Arizona
• Statewide water resource management issues
• Information sources and research methods and techniques utilized in water resources management
• Best practices in document management, including retention and archiving

Skills in:

• Using spreadsheets, databases and statistical systems
• Working well within a team environment, including establishing and maintaining effective working relationships within the Department, other governmental entities, private and public sectors
• Preparing background information for policy development
• Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication
• Data Entry as well as quality assurance and quality control
• Strong customer service skills
• Researching, reading, analyzing and evaluating documents

Ability to:

• Use computers to retrieve, organize, and present water resource management data
• Use analytical methods
• Develop knowledge of the Groundwater Code, AMA Management Plans, and Departmental rules, regulations, policies, and procedures
• Researching and processing requests and inquiries to provide accurate and efficient customer service to all entities
• Apply techniques to study water resource management issues impacting the State of Arizona
• Handle multiple projects simultaneously
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with various levels of governmental and regulated business officials, community leaders and the public

This position requires possession of and ability to retain a current, valid state-issued driver’s license appropriate to the assignment.

Four (4) years of technical/paraprofessional level experience in water resource management oriented experience: Post-high school coursework, from an accredited institution, in a closely related field may substitute for the technical/paraprofessional experience; OR

Bachelor's degree in a related field; OR Any combination of training and experience that meets the knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs)

Related field degrees may include planning, agricultural and/or natural resource management, environmental planning, agricultural and/or natural resource economics, or other related field

If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver’s License Requirements.

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

The Arizona State of Arizona provides an excellent comprehensive benefits package including:

• Affordable medical, dental, life, and short-term disability insurance plans
• Top-ranked retirement and long-term disability plans
• Sick Leave
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Deferred compensation plan
• Credit union membership
• Wellness plans
• LinkedIn Learning membership
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Discounts
• Flexible work schedule

By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work/life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.

For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

Positions in this classification participate in the Arizona State Retirement system (ASRS). Please note, enrollment eligibility will become effective after 27 weeks of employment. The current contribution rate is 12.00%.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact ADWR Human Resources Office at (602) 771-8500 for assistance. Persons with disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language or an alternative format by contacting ADWR Human Resources. Arizona State Government is an AA/EOE/ADA Reasonable Accommodation Employer.