Job Listings
Arvin-Edison Water Storage District
Title: Numerous Opportunities
Salary: Based on qualifications
Location: Arvin, CA
Deadline: Until filled
Summary: The district oversees major infrastructure consisting of 45 miles of concrete canals, 50 pumping plants with 150 pumps/motors, 1500 acres of spreading basins, 82 groundwater extraction wells, and manages approximately 50 employees.
Apply: Here
Arizona Department of Water Resources
Title: Numerous opportunities
Salary: Based on qualifications
Location: Phoenix, AZ
Deadline: Until filled
Summary: Virtually everything Arizona Department of Water Resources employees do affects the quality of life for the state's residents and guests. With multiple career opportunities available through the same employer job mobility and career advancement are highly likely.
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City of Sacramento, Water Forum
Title: Executive Director
Salary: $124,105 – $195,466 annually
Location: Sacramento, CA
Deadline: Until filled
Summary: The The Water Forum seeks an experienced and visionary leader to serve as its next Executive Director. This pivotal role offers the opportunity to direct a dynamic multi-stakeholder initiative dedicated to balancing the ecological health of the lower American River with the regional demand for water. Key responsibilities will require candidate expertise in strategic leadership, stakeholder engagement, policy and advocacy, and water management.
Apply: Here.
Colorado River Commission of Nevada
Title: Energy Manager
Salary: $100,000 – $143,000 annually
Location: Las Vegas, NV
Deadline: Until filled
Summary: The Colorado River Commission of Nevada (Commission) is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Energy Manager (Hydropower) for its Hydropower Division. The Commission receives, and holds in trust, the water and hydropower allocations for the benefit of the State of Nevada. In this position, applicant would play a primary role in managing the delivery of hydropower to the Commission’s 23 hydropower contractors and ensuring that hydropower remains an affordable energy resource.
Apply: Full position description can be found Here. Interested parties should submit a resume and cover letter to Gina Goodman at ggoodman@crc.nv.gov.
Conservancy of Southwest Florida
Title: Numerous opportunities
Salary: Based on qualifications
Location: Naples, FL
Deadline: Until filled
Summary: The Conservancy of Southwest Florida is a leading environmental conservation organization dedicated to protecting the water, land and wildlife in the region. As the population of this area grows, so do the demands placed on its unique, natural resources. For more than 50 years the Conservancy has worked with community leaders, businesses, partner agencies and individuals to find a sensible balance between the demands of a growing population and the preservation of our natural treasure
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Merced Irrigation District
Title: Manager of Engineering - Water Resources
Salary: $140,000–$210,000 annually
Location: Merced, CA
Deadline: Until filled
Summary: Oversees the Water Resources Engineering Department, ensuring efficient operations, adherence to regulatory requirements, and completion strategic projects. The role involves staff management, budget oversight, project planning, and collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
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Middle Rio Grande Conservancy District
Title: Engineering Manager
Salary: $109,923 – $120,178 annually
Location: Albuquerque, NM
Deadline: Until filled
Summary: Will plan, direct, coordinate, and supervise construction and engineering activities and related functions for the District. Reviews and provides comments and direction on construction plans in accordance with industry and established District standards. Prepares, directs, and reviews engineering/planning reports and other studies. Is the primary point of contact for local, tribal, state and federal governmental agencies and constituents in engineering projects/practices associated with the District’s mission of water delivery, drainage, flood protection, quality of life and environmental preservation. The Engineering Manager oversees and approves licenses for typical facilities’ crossings and consults with the CEO/Chief Engineer and Board of Directors regarding improvements impacting District facilities and lands. Oversees, directs, and supervises District staff in design and construction activities as well as provides support to divisions regarding optimization of maintenance activities.
Apply: Here
Middle Rio Grande Conservancy District
Title: GIS and Right of Way Manager
Salary: Based on qualifications
Location: Albuquerque, NM
Deadline: Until filled
Summary: Oversees the MRGCD's GIS and Right of Way (ROW) operations. Ensures the accuracy and maintenance of geospatial data, supervises property mapping and annual revisions, supports internal and public data accessibility, and administers and enforces OW program, including licensing of infrastructure, land sales, and general land management.
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SRP (Salt River Project)
Title: Principal Civil Engineer - Transmission Structures
Salary: Based on qualifications
Location: Tempe, AZ
Deadline: Until filled
Summary: Provides professional expertise in the collection, input, reconciliation, validation, and analysis of SRP's water resource data. Follows departmental procedures and adheres to SRP's data management and security policies. Collaborates with other departments across SRP on the interpretation and use of water data. Responds to ad-hoc water resource data requests, produces written analyses, and participates in special projects related to SRP's water resource goals and objectives. Provides professional expertise in hydrology to resolve problems related to water resources planning, supply, demand, water transmission, water measurement, and water controls.
Apply: Here
South Columbia Basin Irrigation District
Title: Engineer
Salary: $41.56–$51.55 hourly
Location: Pasco, WA
Deadline: Until filled
Summary: Provides general engineering support for operation and maintenance activities and modifications of irrigation facilities. Offers authoritative engineering decisions and interpretations of specifications. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed on the position description are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Apply: Full position description can be found here. Interested parties should submit a resume sandlotter of interest to Human Resources Manager, POB 1006, Pasco, WA.
Southeastern Colorado Water Conservancy District
Title: Project Engineer
Salary: Based on qualifications
Location: Pueblo, CO
Deadline: Until filled
Summary: Are you a detail-oriented problem solver with a passion for engineering and project management: We are seeking a Project Engineer to join our team and play a pivotal role in the successful execution of complex projects. You will work closely with cross-functional teams, manage timelines, budges, and resources, and ensure high-quality standards across all project phases. Your expertise will directly contribute to delivering innovative solutions.
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Southeastern Colorado Water Conservancy District
Title: Water Resource Engineer
Salary: Based on qualifications
Location: Pueblo, CO
Deadline: Until filled
Summary: We're looking for a passionate and driven Water Resource Engineer to join our team. In this position you will play a pivotal role in administering the District's Water Resource and responsibilities associated with the Fryingpan-Arkansas (Fry-Ark) Project. If you're someone who thrives in a dynamic, collaborative, innovative, environment and is eager to contribute to a growing organization, we want to hear from you.
Apply: Here
SWCA Environmental Consultants
Title: Numerous Opportunities
Salary: Based on position and qualifications
Location: To be determined
Deadline: Until filled
Summary: SWCA employs smart, talented, problem-solvers dedicated to our purpose of preserving natural and cultural resources for tomorrow while enabling projects that benefit people today. Our people work on diverse projects, develop new skills, and collaborate with teams across the country. Our projects take us to exciting places – picturesque outdoor landscapes, bustling cities, and historic small towns. We work best at the intersection of people, progress, and the natural world.
Apply: Here
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