Water Resources Analyst I/II/Administrator

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　　Water Resources Analyst I/II/Administrator

　　Salary

　　$74,750.00 - $125,061.00 Annually

　　Location

　　City of Thornton; Infrastructure Maintenance Center, CO

　　Job Type

　　Regular Full-Time

　　Remote Employment

　　Flexible/Hybrid

　　Job Number

　　24007

　　Department

　　Infrastructure

　　Opening Date

　　01/18/2024

　　Closing Date

　　2/1/2024 5:00 PM Mountain

　　FLSA

　　Non-Exempt

　　WORK HOURS

　　STANDARD 40 HOUR WORKWEEK

　　PROBATION

　　ONE YEAR (IF NOT CURRENTLY A CERTIFIED EMPLOYEE)

　　STATUS 2

　　FLSA NON-EXEMPT/CAREER SERVICE INCLUDED

　　BENEFITS

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　　Description

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　　Join our motivated Water Efficiency Team! We are looking for someone who is excited about taking our landscape and irrigation programs to the next level. Experience in horticulture, irrigation management and customer service is desired. Check out ThorntonWater.com to learn more about our programs.

　　We're looking to hire one individual to join us as a Water Resources Analyst or as a Water Resources Administrator depending on your experience. If you have a passion for water resources and enjoy detailed project management work then this could be the job for you! In this job you'll enjoy a significant amount of independence with a flexible work environment with in office-remote work encouraged. Join our team to make a lasting impact on the community of Thornton for generations to come!

　　Salary Range for each position is listed here.

　　Water Analyst I: $35.94/yr-$47.44/hr (non-exempt)

　　Water Analyst II: $39.78/hr-$52.51/hr (non-exempt)

　　Water Resources Administrator: $45.55/hr-$60.13/hr (exempt)

　　Under specified supervision, provides technical and analytical support related to the operation, accounting, development, planning, protection, acquisition, conservation, and administration of water rights and water resources, and related activities.

　　The Water Resources Analyst I/II and Water Resources Administrator positions are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from level I or, when filled from the outside, require previous and directly related experience.

　　Water Resources Analyst l:

　　Under immediate supervision, incumbents entering the class are required to have some related work experience. Work performed at this level is routine and moderately complex. Generally, work is closely observed and reviewed both during performance and upon completion.

　　Water Resources Analyst II:

　　Under general direction, incumbents assigned to this class are expected to perform the full range of work assigned to this class and to work with considerable independence and initiative. Work in this class is more complex.

　　Water Resources Administrator:

　　Under general direction, provides technical, analytical, administrative and program management support related to the operation, accounting, development, planning, protection, acquisition, conservation, and administration of water rights and resources and related activities. This is the advanced-level class in the Water Resources Analyst series, and is distinguished from level II by the ability to perform the full range of duties, as well as advanced and complex professional and policy work in water management, operations, administration, planning, development, conservation and protection with considerable independence and initiative. Work performed at this level is more complex in nature. Incumbents assigned to this class are expected to work with considerable independence and initiative and act in a leadership capacity on certain projects.

　　ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

　　(Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. The list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class.)

　　Water Resources Analyst I/II:

　　Collects, analyzes and interprets technical data through field and office research, including the examination and interpretation of water use records, water rights records, property records, Water Court decrees and stipulations.

　　Provides scientific research and technical support in litigation efforts in the retention and acquisition of water rights and resources.

　　Prepares reports, memoranda, and correspondence regarding water resource issues.

　　Develops and maintains complete water accounting records associated with city water rights.

　　Manages water use to meet demand and to comply with decree requirements.

　　Develops reports to demonstrate trends in water usage.

　　Produces various reports, spreadsheet projections, monthly and yearly statistical analyses, technical charts, graphs, and maps for submittal to the State Engineers Office and other parties as required.

　　Assists in implementing effluent leasing, share leasing, and share purchase programs.

　　Assists in managing operation of ditch companies; investigates discrepancies in water leases, shares and water rights.

　　Performs field inspections and conducts hydrologic analyses on water basins, including wells, rivers, lakes, reservoirs and ditches.

　　Monitors users' activity within watersheds.

　　Collects and manages hydrologic data, including groundwater and surface water quality, groundwater levels and discharge rates, and surface water levels and discharge rates.

　　Designs and maintains database applications using queries, forms, reports and macros for monitoring and tracking technical and legal data; interprets and enters data into databases.

　　Develops spreadsheet applications for water resources accounting and hydrologic analysis; interprets and enters water diversion data into spreadsheet applications.

　　Utilizes various water resources evaluation tools, including water rights models, operational models, and water supply projections.

　　Tracks division budget expenditures on operating and capital improvement projects; monitors accounts and pays invoices.

　　Coordinates and operates the city’s raw water supply system.

　　A ssists in the management of the city’s water rights portfolio including acquisition, development and protection of water rights and resources.

　　Implements the city’s water conservation program, including the development, implementation and assessment of water conservation programs.

　　Designs and implements irrigation efficiency and landscape programs and policies to ensure long-term water savings on city-owned properties and for Thornton water customers.

　　Provides customer service and manages landscape conversion programs.

　　Conducts an inventory and analysis of water usage for irrigation accounts.

　　Develops and monitors water budgets.

　　Monitors and maintains records of past and present water usage and expenditures.

　　Develops and implements irrigation system malfunction/leak response programs.

　　Identifies properties and irrigation accounts to target.

　　Reviews and makes recommendations for city standards and specifications and City Development Code.

　　Reviews irrigation plans for new city-owned and outside city developments.

　　Coordinates landscape maintenance at city-owned water-wise demonstration gardens.

　　Develops proactive programs to assist school districts and homeowner associations with water budgets, efficiency improvements, and landscape conversions.

　　Develops programs that ensure industry best practices are used by contractors that work in Thornton.

　　Prepares and produces reports, memoranda, correspondence, articles, spreadsheets, projections, monthly and yearly statistical analysis, technical charts, graphs, maps and articles regarding the city water rights, raw water operations, water conservation efforts, and related projects.

　　Reviews water basin activities related to the development of water rights.

　　Reviews and prepares engineering and operational analyses and documents and provides analysis of the city’s or other entities’ water rights.

　　Reviews plans for subdivisions and annexations and determines raw water requirements and potential impact to city and ditch company facilities.

　　Assists with the review of plans for subdivisions and annexations, and determination of raw water requirements and potential impact to city and ditch company facilities.

　　Assists the city in litigation efforts in the retention and acquisition of water rights and resources.

　　Researches, analyzes and makes recommendations on water rights applications and Water Court resumes.

　　Assists in the negotiation of water-related agreements and Water Court case settlements.

　　Works with various entities to fulfill contractual and other commitments to which the city is obligated.

　　Researches, interprets and compiles water usage information and water rights information, including agreements, decrees and stipulations.

　　Coordinates with other city departments on water conservation, raw water operations, and other water-related activities.

　　Works with legal and engineering consultants in litigation, water development and water conservation.

　　Plans and directs work of legal and engineering consultants.

　　Represents the city on boards as assigned.

　　Represents the division at city meetings and at meetings with other municipalities and area water providers.

　　May be required to work overtime as needed.

　　Performs other duties as assigned.

　　Water Resources Administrator:

　　Collects, compiles and interprets technical data through field and office research, including the examination and interpretation of water use records, water rights records, property records, Water Court decrees and stipulations.

　　Provides scientific research and technical support in litigation efforts in the retention and acquisition of water rights and resources; prepares reports, memoranda, and correspondence regarding water resource issues.

　　Develops and maintains complete water accounting records associated with City water rights. Manages water use to meet demand and to comply with decree requirements; develops reports to demonstrate trends in water usage.

　　Produces various reports, spreadsheet projections, monthly and yearly statistical analyses, technical charts, graphs, and maps for submittal to the State Engineers Office and other parties as required.

　　Manages effluent leasing, share leasing, and share purchase programs. Assists in managing operation of ditch companies; investigates discrepancies in water leases, shares and water rights.

　　Performs field inspections and conducts hydrologic analyses on water basins, including wells, rivers, lakes, reservoirs and ditches. Monitors users' activity within watersheds. Collects and manages hydrologic data, including groundwater and surface water quality, groundwater levels and discharge rates, and surface water levels and discharge rates.

　　Designs and maintains database applications using queries, forms, reports and macros for monitoring and tracking technical and legal data; interprets and enters data into databases. Develops spreadsheet applications for water resources accounting and hydrologic analysis; interprets and enters water diversion data into spreadsheet applications.

　　Utilizes various water resources evaluation tools, including water rights models, operational models, and water supply projections, tracks division budget expenditures on operating and capital improvement projects; monitors accounts and pays invoices.

　　Administers the operations of the city’s raw water supply system.

　　Administers the city’s water conservation program, including the development, implementation and assessment of water conservation programs.

　　Administers the city’s water rights portfolio including acquisition, development and protection of water rights and resources.

　　Prepares profit and loss statements; approves capital improvements, expenses and payment requests. Develops, maintains, and monitors O&M and CIP budgets.

　　Prepares and delivers presentations, produces reports, memoranda, correspondence, spreadsheets, projections, monthly and yearly statistical analysis, technical charts, graphs, maps and articles regarding the city water rights, raw water operations and water conservation efforts.

　　Reviews all water basin activities related to the development of water rights.

　　Reviews and prepares engineering analyses and documents and provides analysis of the city’s or other entities’ water rights.

　　Reviews plans for subdivisions and annexations, and determines raw water requirements and potential impact to city and ditch company facilities.

　　Presents, justifies and defends city water rights actions. Negotiates and resolves controversial water rights issues. Applies the requirements and provisions of the city's raw water policy, applicable state water law and court decisions.

　　Coordinates deliveries and maintains detailed records of raw water use, storage and return flow requirements and credits. Assists in the calculation of raw water availability projections.

　　Organizes and coordinates community outreach and educational events related to water use, water rights and water conservation. Develops community partnerships in order to promote and enhance city-wide water conservation.

　　Prepares and administers components of the division budget; forecasts necessary funds for staffing, equipment, materials and supplies. Submits budget recommendations and justifications. Monitors expenditures against approved budget.

　　Works with various entities to fulfill contractual and other commitments to which the city is obligated. Researches, interprets and compiles water usage information and water rights information, including agreements, decrees and stipulations.

　　Represents the city in litigation efforts in the retention and acquisition of water rights and resources. Researches, analyzes and makes recommendations on water rights applications and Water Court resumes. Negotiates water-related agreements and Water Court case settlements.

　　Represents Thornton on various water-related boards, committees and collaborations as assigned.

　　Coordinates with other city departments on water conservation, raw water operations, and other water-related activities.

　　Oversees legal and engineering consultants in litigation, water development and water conservation. Plans and directs work of legal and engineering consultants.

　　Performs other duties as assigned.

　　QUALIFICATIONS

　　Education/Experience:

　　Water Resources Analyst l:

　　Bachelor's degree in a natural science, horticulture, or related field from an accredited college or university; one year of experience in a water resources technical position. Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.

　　Water Resources Analyst II:

　　Bachelor's degree in a natural science, horticulture, or related field from an accredited college or university; three years of progressively responsible experience in water resources, preferably in municipal government. Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.

　　Water Resources Administrator:

　　Bachelor’s degree in natural science or related field from an accredited college or university; five years’ experience in water resources management. Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.

　　Licensing/Certification Requirements:

　　Valid Colorado driver's license with a safe driving record.

　　The following certifications are preferred: Landscape Association Certification, Landscape Irrigation Auditor (CLIA), Certified Irrigation Designer (CID), Colorado Licensed Architect, and/or Qualified Water Efficient Landscaper (QWEL).

　　Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

　　Water Resources Analyst l:

　　Knowledge of the policies, procedures and goals of the city of Thornton and the department.

　　Knowledge of the organization, purpose, current issues, projects, and employee responsibilities of the department.

　　Knowledge of the principles and practices of hydrologic science and/or horticulture.

　　Knowledge of raw water storage and delivery systems.

　　Knowledge of data collection and statistical analysis methods.

　　Knowledge of practices and principles of irrigation, horticulture, and landscape architecture.

　　Knowledge of the use and maintenance of materials, tools and equipment used in horticulture.

　　Knowledge of the western plant material including identification, growth characteristics and water requirements.

　　Knowledge of soils to include soil types, analysis, infiltration rates and other soil properties.

　　Knowledge of irrigation systems.

　　Skill in working effectively with details and with detailed information on a regular basis.

　　Skill in conducting irrigation system audits.

　　Skill in repairing or upgrading irrigation system components.

　　Skill in programming large property irrigation controllers to include web-based systems and two wire systems.

　　Skill in reading and understanding blueprints.

　　Ability to analyze, evaluate, and organize legal and technical data, and to convey technical information in a clear and understandable manner.

　　Ability to interpret technical manuals and instructions and to apply general instructions or concepts.

　　Ability to operate standard office equipment, computer equipment and software including word processing, database management, spreadsheet applications and electronic mail.

　　Ability to listen well and communicate effectively orally and in writing with various audiences.

　　Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, managers, other city departments, consultants, and community members.

　　Water Resources Analyst II:

　　ln addition to the previous requirements:

　　Knowledge of the principles of Colorado Water Rights and Water Law.

　　Knowledge of Colorado Water Rights administration system and procedures.

　　Knowledge of municipal raw water policies.

　　Knowledge of contracts and agreements.

　　Knowledge of the city of Thornton raw water system operations.

　　Knowledge of the operations of irrigation ditch companies.

　　Knowledge of the principles of project management.

　　Knowledge of water conservation and water efficiency practices.

　　Knowledge of Water Court decrees and Stipulations.

　　Knowledge of climate science and weather science.

　　Knowledge of facilities and appurtenances, hydraulics, hydrology, and water flow in the transportation of water.

　　Knowledge of practices and procedures of farm management and agricultural irrigation.

　　Knowledge of ditch company operations.

　　Skill in working effectively with details and with detailed information on a regular basis.

　　Skill in the use and operations of pertinent software applications, such as water resources databases, GlS, complex spreadsheets, water rights modeling, and demand modeling.

　　Skill in the management of diverse projects, such as conservation programs, coordination with operational staff, water court cases, and ditch company business.

　　Skill in the coordination of engineering and legal work performed by consultants for the city of Thornton and ditch companies.

　　Skill in verbal and written communication, including technical writing.

　　Ability to exercise initiative and independent judgment as appropriate.

　　Ability to research, develop and lead formal and informal presentations and discussions with diverse groups.

　　Ability to fulfill various duties required of board membership in irrigation ditch companies.

　　Water Resources Administrator:

　　ln addition to the previous requirements:

　　Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

　　Knowledge of the policies, procedures and goals of the city of Thornton and the department.

　　Knowledge of municipal policies and procedures related to water rights and surface water diversions/storage.

　　Knowledge of the principles of Colorado Water Rights and Water Law and water transfer law.

　　Knowledge of water decrees and contracts.

　　Knowledge of facilities and appurtenances, hydraulics, hydrology and water flow in the transportation of water.

　　Knowledge of practices and procedures of farm management and agricultural irrigation; knowledge of ditch company operations.

　　Knowledge of general management principles and practices including budget preparation and personnel management.

　　Knowledge of data collection and statistical analysis methods.

　　Knowledge of water conservation principles, methods and techniques.

　　Knowledge of fundamental engineering practices and principles.

　　Knowledge of budgeting, expense tracking and procurement policies.

　　Skill in assessing and assigning priorities as required.

　　Skill in writing proper technical formats.

　　Skill in analyzing and evaluating complex information and communicating technical information in a clear, understandable manner.

　　Ability to develop, implement and evaluate measures of accountability.

　　Ability to understand and interpret complex laws, regulations, policies, procedures, and guidelines.

　　Ability to listen well and communicate effectively orally and in writing with various audiences.

　　Ability to analyze and solve problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions and implement recommendations.

　　Ability to operate standard office equipment, computer equipment and software, including word processing, presentation, data base management, spreadsheet applications and electronic mail.

　　Ability to, train employees.

　　Ability to research, develop and lead formal and informal presentations and discussions with diverse groups.

　　Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with employees, elected officials, boards and commissions, other agencies or jurisdictions and community members.

　　Physical and Mental Requirements:

　　While performing the essential duties of this job, the employee is required to finger, talk, hear, and make repetitive motions. This position is mostly sedentary work; exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. The employee is required to have close visual acuity.

　　TESTING PROCEDURES

　　Examinations may include but are not limited to application screening beyond minimum qualifications; written, oral, practical exercise or any combination thereof or other job related assessment deemed appropriate by Human Resources.

　　Your application will be used as a screening tool. Completeness and accuracy are important! Any false or untrue statements or material omissions in the application and related paperwork or during the selection process could disqualify you from consideration.

　　As a condition of employment, the city of Thornton conducts background investigations for all positions which may also include a review of credit report and/or driving record. A drug screen, physical, and/or psychological examination administered by a city-designated provider will be required for pre-determined positions.

　　The City of Thornton is an equal opportunity employer.

　　The City of Thornton offers employees an outstanding benefits package. Benefit eligibility is based on the status of the position. Please view this link (https://www.thorntonco.gov/government/humanresources/Documents/2024_COT_BenefitGuide.pdf) to see our 2024 Benefits Guide.

　　Benefits offered may include the following depending on the job type/status of the position:

　　Health Insurance

　　Dental Insurance

　　Vision Insurance

　　Life, Dependent Life & Supplemental Life Insurance Options

　　Voluntary Accidental Death & Dismemberment Policy

　　Flexible Spending Plan

　　Retiree Health Savings Plan

　　Pension Plan & Deferred Compensation Plans

　　Short & Long-term Disability Plans

　　Paid Holidays

　　Vacation & Sick Leave

　　Multilingual Incentive Pay

　　Recreation Pass

　　Wellness Program - Learn more here (http://gocot.net/2022bewellbenefits)

　　In-House Training Opportunities

　　Tuition Reimbursement

　　Employee Assistance Program

　　Flexible Schedules

　　Hybrid Schedules