Water Resources Program Coordinator

The City of Boise is hiring a Water Resources Program Coordinator to manage water resources projects and programs, conduct policy research, and ensure sustainable water management. The role involves data collection, project coordination, and collaboration with various stakeholders. The position requires independent judgment and initiative. The salary ranges from $66,227 to $70,365 annually, and it offers comprehensive benefits including healthcare and retirement plans.
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Water Resources Program Coordinator

Salary

$66,227.00 - $70,365.00 Annually

Location

ID, ID

Job Type

Full Time Regular

Job Number

23 -06783

Department

Public Works

Division

Water Supply

Opening Date

10/21/2024

Closing Date

11/4/2024 12:00 PM Mountain

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Summary Statement

Are you passionate about the environment and making a difference in your community? Do you thrive on tackling big challenges with meaningful rewards? The City of Boise is seeking a dedicated individual to join our Water Resources team and contribute to the Citys innovative water management efforts, helping to secure a sustainable water future for our community. This role:

+ Researches, develops, and administers projects and programs directly impacting the City of Boises water resources management and conservation efforts.

+ Conducts policy research and analysis of water resources programs to address water quantity and quality issues.

+ Performs water resource data collection and project coordination in support of broader projects and programs across all city departments.

+ Work requires initiative and independent judgment under broadly defined strategies.

City employees enjoy a top-notch zero-premium healthcare option for you and your family. Plus, a retirement plan that provides a lifetime annuity, investment matching, a cash-incentive wellness program, public employee student loan forgiv e ness , paid parental leave, and more. Imagine that.

Essential Functions

Assists program manager in maintaining and advocating for the city's water rights portfolio to ensure water rights and canal shares remain current and viable through expert program administration. Files new water rights applications in coordination with requests from City departments and coordinate the beneficial use examinations to take permits to license. Prevents forfeiture of water rights through active management and applications to the Idaho Water Resource Board (IWRB) Water Supply Bank. Monitors water rights applications and protests, providing impact analysis, and supportive research. Supports steps to resolve protests through settlement negotiations. Prepares expert research and documentation for water rights hearings before the Idaho Department of Water Resources (IDWR), support program manager at hearings, and provides testimony as necessary. (40%)

Leads water management projects and activities, both standalone and as part of broader citywide department projects and programs. Assists in defining project scope, goals, and objectives by working closely with project or program managers and project sponsors. Ensures consistency with strategic goals and collaboration with key internal and external stakeholders. Initiates and strengthens key partnerships to address water quantity and quality issues with regulatory agencies, water providers, and water users. Tracks capital and operating budgets associated with water resource programs. Creates detailed task lists for portions of the project and/or for small independent projects; monitors task progress and schedule milestones; tracks and mitigates project issues and risks, acting as the issue or risk owner as appropriate; may conduct project meetings or status updates discussions. Adheres to quality standards and ensures project tasks are completed on time and within the quality expected. Adheres to the Citys standards for project management, method, templates, and processes. Tracks capital and operating budgets associated with water resource programs; adheres to project budget; assists project manager in tracking actuals spent against the approved project budget. Works closely with the Finance department to manage project costs. Coordinates procurement processes, as needed, including assistance in preparing proposals; assists with organizing project team during vendor selection; tracks contractual submittals, invoices, and other contractual approvals for the project. (30%)

Provides policy research and analysis in support of the water resources program. Collaborates with internal departments and external organizations to develop and implement Climate Action programming in coordination with the citys water resiliency goals. Investigates strategies for expanding and diversifying water supply sources through the development of a One Water management strategy. Reviews, analyzes, and determines the potential impact of proposed legislation, state and federal regulations and grant funding, and local ordinances, and makes recommendations on appropriate positions or actions. Develops and implements project plans in support of the program's broad goals provided by leadership and the citywide team. (30%)

Performs other duties as assigned. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time. Total Percentage = 100%

Requirements

Required Knowledge, Experience, And Training

+ Education and experience to attain the following: BS/BA in Engineering, Environmental Science, Water Resources, Natural Resources Management, Public Administration or a related field;

+ 4 years of experience acting as a project team member and/or leading small, stand-alone projects, preferably related to water resource management

Knowledge of:

+ project management principles and practices;

+ principles and practices in administration, planning, budgeting, and organization;

+ consultant selection process;

+ contract preparation and administration;

+ city, state, and federal procedures for review and approval of projects.

Ability to:

+ plan, design, and organize projects and studies;

+ respond to changing priorities and schedules;

+ collaborate with a wide variety of people in different roles, building strong working relationships, and work well within a project team;

+ independently research, prepare reports and correspondence, and solve problems;

+ write accurate, clear, and concise materials such as project proposals, reports, financial analyses, fact sheets, and progress reports;

+ utilize effective meeting and facilitation skills;

+ establish and maintain effective working relationships;

+ communicate effectively orally and in writing;

+ perform essential functions independently or in a team environment;

+ display an attitude of cooperation and work harmoniously with all levels of city employees, the general public, and other organizations;

+ communicate effectively in the English language at a level necessary for efficient job performance;

+ establish workload priorities and complete assignments in a timely fashion;

+ understand and comply with all rules, policies and regulations;

+ maintain prompt and regular attendance, and;

+ perform all essential and marginal functions as assigned by an authorized employee, supervisor, and/or manager with or without reasonable accommodation.

+ Individuals must be capable of operating vehicles safely and have an acceptable driving record.

Preferred Knowledge, Experience, And Training

+ MS in Engineering, Environmental Science, Water Resources, Natural Resources Management, Public Administration or a related field

+ 5 years of experience demonstrating a working knowledge of water and natural resource management and/or water rights portfolio management and development.

Licensing And Other Requirements

+ Valid state-issued driver's license

Special Requirements

Applicants must be able to pass:

+ City of Boise background check processes which includes a criminal history check and reference checks in accordance with the City of Boise Hiring Process Regulation

+ Driving Record Check

+ Education Verification

Working Conditions

The physical effort characteristics and working environment described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Efforts

While performing the duties of this job the employee is occasionally lifting/carrying up to 10 pounds. Also, the employee is occasionally pushing/pulling up to 10 pounds. The noise level is rarely moderate. Work includes sensory ability to talk and hear. Work in this position also includes close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception. Employees will sit. Position requires hand/finger dexterity.

Working Environment

The work environment will include inside conditions. Employees will also drive a vehicle as part of this position.

Top talent deserves top-notch benefits. The City is among the best in the Treasure Valley when it comes to the benefits and perks we offer our employees.

Most positions are eligible for the general benefits listed here; firefighters, police officers, senior managers, command staff, and directors may be offered other benefit plans.

Healthcare:

+ ZERO premium medical coverage option for you and your family

+ Low-cost dental and vision options.

+ Post-employment health savings account.

Retirement and Investment Plans:

+ PERSI retirement benefits

+ 401(k) or 457b pre-tax investment options with employer match.

+ 457b Roth after-tax investment options with no match

WellBeing Program:

+ Up to $500 cash per year for participants.

+ Alternative transportation incentives.

Paid Leave City employees receive generous paid leave:

+ 10 hours of vacation per month, and this increases the longer you stay with the City

+ 12 paid holidays every year

+ 8 hours of sick leave per month

+ 10 weeks Parental Leave

Life & Long Term Disability:

+ Basic Life insurance at no cost to you

+ Long Term Disability insurance at no cost to you

Other optional benefits:

+ Pre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts

+ Supplemental Life Insurance

+ Supplemental Disability Insurance

+ Tuition reimbursement

+ Free local bus pass

+ Corporate discount programs

+ AFLAC

+ Employee Assistance Program for short-term counseling on work, family, finances, and personal issues.

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