<span>Water Resources Administrator</span>

$78,666 - $93,808/Yr

Berthoud - Berthoud, CO

Full-time - Mid Level

Berthoud, CO

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Water Resources Administrator is responsible for overseeing the management, conservation, and sustainable use of water resources in Berthoud, Colorado. This role involves developing and implementing strategies to enhance the Town's water portfolio, ensuring efficient allocation and utilization of water while adhering to regulatory requirements. The position offers a unique opportunity to shape the new Water Department and contribute to long-term water resource planning and management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee, analyze, and study water resource supply and storage to ensure data-driven decision making and resource efficiency.
• Contribute to and implement strategic planning initiatives, including water supply development projects and updates to the Town's Water Resource Master Plan.
• Manage the Town's water bank management database, reviewing and processing water needs and allocations for new building and development.
• Direct the Town's water efficiency program and watershed/source water protection strategy.
• Represent the Town on regional water resource interests, including water rights acquisition and watershed health matters.
• Collaborate on Source Water Protection initiatives to enhance water safety and quality for residents.
• Apply for and manage grants to support water resources management.
• Work with the Town's water resources engineer and attorney on special projects, including developing scopes of work and managing project schedules and budgets.
• Deliver professional presentations to the Town Board of Trustees, stakeholders, and at conferences or events.
• Facilitate interactions with local and federal agencies, stakeholders, and water providers to enhance collaboration.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Sciences degree in water resources, hydrogeology, engineering, watershed science and sustainability, natural resources economics, or a related field.
• Three plus years of experience in water resources planning and administration, preferably in Colorado's Big Thompson and South Platte River Basins.
• Knowledge of complex statistical economic and hydrologic analyses of water rights, natural resources management, and watershed health.
• Understanding of water efficiency planning and interruptible supply concepts.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with collaborative water sharing agreements or agricultural-municipal water sharing techniques.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to research technical and historical documents.
• Ability to advocate technical findings to a general audience.

Benefits

• 4-day work week
• Competitive pay with fully funded HSA
• Dental, Vision, Life insurance
• Town-funded 401 retirement contribution
• Vacation & Sick Leave
• 13 Paid Holidays
• Longevity pay
• Recreation Center Membership