WATER RESOURCES SPECIALIST 1 (Agricultural Data Specialist)
WATER RESOURCES SPECIALIST 1 (Agricultural Data Specialist)
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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. We are seeking a Water Resources Specialist to join the AMA Section.
Water Resources Specialist 1
Agricultural Data Specialist
Water Planning & Permitting Division/Statewide AMA Section
Hybrid: remote and 1110 W. Washington St. Suite #310 - Phoenix AZ 85007
Salary: $50000 - $65000
Grade: 20
This position is funded for a period not exceeding two years.
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
This position will be responsible for assisting in the implementation of the Agricultural Conservation Program of the Active Management Areas (AMAs) Section as described in Chapter 4 of the Management Plans. This position will assist in the review verification data entry and analysis of Annual Water Withdrawal & Use Reports submitted by agricultural users who are regulated by this mandatory conservation program.
While this position primarily supports the Agricultural Conservation Program it will also include cross-training in the Municipal and Industrial Conservation Programs to build a comprehensive understanding of datasets processes and coordination across the AMA Conservation Team.
The ideal candidate is interested in developing an accurate understanding of applicable laws rules statutes policies and procedures in use by ADWR and communicating them to the regulated community and interested parties on a regular basis. This position requires significant interaction with the general public and will require excellent written and verbal communication skills.
We recognize that each candidate brings a unique set of skills experiences and perspectives that can contribute to our mission in different ways. Our goal is to align individual strengths with organizational needs to enhance team performance support professional development and ensure effective program implementation.
A hybrid work schedule (some work in the office and some work from home) is available for this position.
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.
Responsibilities may include but are not limited to:
- Assisting the Agricultural Conservation Program Lead (Program Lead) in data entry verification and analysis of Annual Water Withdrawal and Use Reports
- Assisting the Program Lead with the continuous review of the Agricultural Conservation Program core functions and operating procedures to identify and recommend areas of improvement
- Assisting the Program Lead with the coordination of the compilation of numeric and non-numeric data from the AMA Agricultural Conservation
- Program to fill public records requests
- Process relevant applications in a timely and accurate manner
- Supporting Agricultural Conservation Program compliance efforts
- Assist the Program Lead to complete required tasks and projects including data entry and QC annual agricultural use compilations data visualizations and other program requirements.
- Communicating complex technical Agricultural Conservation Program requirements to regulated parties
- Other duties related to the AMA Conservation Team and overall Section may be assigned as needed
Knowledge of:
- Groundwater Code especially pertaining to groundwater rights and permits and annual reporting requirements
- The Agricultural Conservation Program as described in the Chapter 4 of the Management Plans
- The occurrence behavior and significance of water in nature
- Environmental social and economic aspects of water supply and utilization
- Current concepts and practices in water resource management
- Current laws and regulations regarding water supply and utilization in Arizona
- Water supplies and their respective regulatory frameworks in Arizona including groundwater surface water Colorado River water and effluent
- Statewide water resource management issues
- Information sources and research methods and techniques utilized in water resources management
- Methods and techniques utilized in agriculture related to water use would be an asset but are not required
Skills in:
- Data Entry as well as quality assurance and quality control
- Using Excel Access ArcGIS Pro PowerBI and other software to compile organize analyze and interpret water resource management data
- Working well within a team environment including establishing and maintaining effective working relationships within the
- Department other governmental entities private and public sectors
- Preparing background information for policy development
- Excellent interpersonal verbal and written communication
- Strong customer service skills
- Prioritization and delegation of multiple short and long-term tasks/projects
- Performing detail-oriented tasks accurately and efficiently with minimal supervision
Ability to:
- Retrieve organize and present water resource management data
- Analyze a situation identify problem area(s) propose solutions and assist in implementation of those solutions
- Develop knowledge of the Groundwater Code AMA Management Plans and Departmental rules regulations policies and procedures
- Research and process requests and inquiries to provide accurate and efficient customer service to all entities
- Apply techniques to study water resource management issues impacting the State of Arizona
- Manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Establish and maintain effective relationships with various levels of governmental and regulated business officials community leaders and the public
Four (4) years of professional level water resource management experience; or Bachelors degree in resource management or data related field including but not limited to environmental science sustainability public policy or natural resource management.
Candidates who exceed these requirements may be considered for a Water Resources Specialist 2 position.
This position requires possession of and ability to retain a current valid state-issued drivers license appropriate to the assignment.Drivers License Requirements.
All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).
The State of Arizona provides an excellent comprehensive benefits package including:
- Affordable medical dental life and short-term disability insurance plans
- Top-ranked retirement and long-term disability plans
- 10 paid holidays per year
- Deferred compensation plan
- Credit union membership
- Wellness plans
- LinkedIn Learning membership
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Discounts
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 at for assistance. Persons with disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language or an alternative format by contacting ADWR Human Resources. The Arizona State Government is an AA/EOE/ADA Reasonable Accommodation Employer.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
