WATER RESOURCES SPECIALIST 2

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 Water Resources Specialist 2 for the Assured and Adequate Water Supply Section to join our team!

Address: Hybrid - 1110 W. Washington St., Suite #310

Phoenix, AZ 85007

Salary: $50,000 - $65,000

Grade: 22

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

This position supports the Assured and Adequate Water Supply Section, focusing on reviewing and processing Certificates of Assured Water Supply (CAWS) and related applications. Working in a collaborative, team-oriented environment, the Water Resources Specialist 2 assists in evaluating hydrologic studies, demand analyses, and legal documentation to ensure compliance with Arizona water law and ADWR policies. This role is intended for an analyst developing professional expertise in Arizona’s regulatory water programs. The position involves performing technical, analytical, and administrative tasks under supervision, with opportunities for training and advancement within the program.

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. A minimum of two days on-site at the ADWR office per week is required.

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.

Preference for water resources experience, natural resources management experience, data analysis experience, and/or project management experience.
Legal and regulatory experience a plus
Experience in a related field may be considered in lieu of specific water resource management experience.

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

Preferred candidate should have 4 years of professional-level water resource management experience; or Bachelor’s degree or higher in a related field and 2 years of professional-level water resources management experience; or a Master’s degree in a 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).

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.

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 12.27%.

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.