Water Resources Specialist 3 Ama
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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 Arizonas water supplies in a bold thoughtful and innovative manner.
ADWR is seeking atalented committed water resource professionals to join the Statewide AMA Section.
Water Data Analyst
(Water Resources Specialist 3
Water Planning Division/Statewide AMA Section
WWW.AZWATER
1110 W. Washington St. Suite 310
Phoenix AZ 85007
Hybrid work schedule (some work in the office and some work from home) is available for this position.
Salary:$55000 $75000
Grade: 23
This position is funded for a period not exceeding two years.
Closing Date:
The Arizona Department of Water Resources (ADWR) is seeking a Water Data Analyst to support Arizonas longterm water management strategies. This role is ideal for someone with strong data skills and a desire to use those skills to understand and inform environmental policy in close collaboration with stakeholders and agency leadership. The ideal candidate will thrive in a datadriven environment and be passionate about leveraging data to inform water policy program evaluations and regulatory decisions.
As a Water Data Analyst you will:
Manage analyze and interpret complex datasets to support water resource planning conservation initiatives and regulatory frameworks within Arizonas Active Management Areas (AMAs).
Utilize tools such as Excel Power BI ArcGIS SQL Python and R to compile and visualize data conduct scenario simulations and forecasting and to share summarized data with internal and external stakeholders.
Synthesize geologic hydrologic and regulatory data to inform policy development and legislative initiatives.
Engage with policymakers and stakeholders to understand their needs translate them into actionable analyses and improve decisionmaking processes.
Evaluate the effectiveness of current water programs recommending process improvements and policy enhancements.
This position is split 50/50 between:
Program data compilation and process improvement refining data analysis methodologies improving reporting processes and ensuring datadriven decisionmaking.
Expanding policy analysis expertise understanding the intersection of data water governance and Arizonas legislative priorities.
This position may offer the ability to work remotely within Arizona based upon the departments business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures.
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 States 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.
- Collect clean and analyze large datasets related to groundwater surface water water demand and conservation programs.
- Develop statistical models and forecasts to assess water availability and longterm sustainability trends.
- Integrate internal and external data sources to create more comprehensive analyses of Arizonas water resources.
- Translate technical information and analysis into clear actionable insights for policymakers leadership and external stakeholders.
- Support legislative and regulatory efforts by providing quantitative analyses scenario modeling and forecasting to assess policy impacts.
- Work closely with leadership to refine analytical methodologies and develop new approaches for water resource assessments.
- Identify opportunities for process streamlining and efficiency improvements during offseasons.
- Present findings through technical reports data visualizations and stakeholder presentations.
- Contribute to the development of water conservation strategies and regulatory initiatives.
Knowledge of:
- Advanced data analytics statistical modeling and scenario planning.
- Arizonas water policy framework legislative priorities and regulatory mechanisms.
- Hydrological and geological principles related to aquifer health and water supply sustainability.
- Stakeholder engagement strategies and how to translate stakeholder needs into datadriven analyses.
- Available datasets research methodologies and regulatory programs relevant to water resource management.
Skills in:
- Data manipulation statistical analysis and database management.
- Utilizing Python R SQL Power BI ArcGIS and Excel for data processing and visualization.
- Strong technical writing and the ability to communicate complex data in an accessible way.
- Process improvement and identifying efficiencies in program workflows.
- Critical and creative thinking synthesizing data and policy to develop both granular and largescale forecasts.
- Stakeholder communication translating technical findings into policy recommendations and translating stakeholder needs into technical actions.
Ability to:
- Analyze trends integrate data sources and develop forecasting models that inform water policy decisions.
- Evaluate and improve existing water programs through a datadriven approach.
- Work effectively both independently and collaboratively in an interdisciplinary team.
- Develop technical reports and presentations tailored to different audiences from scientists to policymakers.
- Bridge the gap between technical analysis and policy implementation supporting ADWRs mission and legislative objectives.
7 years professional experience in water resource management or
Bachelors degree and 5 years professional experience in water resource management or
a Masters degree and 3 years professional experience in water resource management.
Candidates that do not meet these requirements may be considered for a Water Resources Specialist 2 position.
Applicable degrees may include planning agricultural and/or natural resource management environmental planning agricultural and/or natural resource economics or other related field
Preferred degrees: Data Science Environmental Science Economics Natural Resource Management Engineering or related fields.
Strong Excel skills GIS proficiency and research experience in water policy or environmental data analysis.
Must possess a valid drivers license if driving is a job requirement.
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:Drivers License Requirements.
All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (EVerify).
The Arizona State of Arizona provides an excellent comprehensive benefits package including:
- Affordable medical dental life and shortterm disability insurance plans
- Topranked retirement and longterm disability plans
- Sick Leave
- 10 paid holidays per year
- Deferred compensation plan
- Credit union membership
- Wellness plans
- LinkedIn Learning membership
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Discounts
- Flexiblework schedule
By providing the option of a fulltime or parttime 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.
For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona please visit our benefits page
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 atfor assistance. Persons with disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language or an alternative format by contacting ADWR Human Resources.Arizona State Government is an AA/EOE/ADA Reasonable Accommodation Employer.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
