Hybrid: remote and 1110 W. Washington St. Suite #310

Phoenix AZ 85007

Salary: $95000 - $125000

Grade: 28

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Interested candidates should submit their Cover Letter and Resume to apply

This position is responsible for the management and oversight of regulatory permitting and planning sections within the Departments Planning and Permitting Division.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in water policy planning regulation history and politics with government experience at the local state or federal level as well as managerial experience.

The successful candidate will have the ability to build effective working relationships with leadership and staff throughout the agency. They will demonstrate careful judgment and tact and communicate and effectively engage with representatives from government staff of all levels senior representatives from industry and the community. They should have experience working collaboratively on boards committees and in stakeholder groupsincluding leadership rolesto develop consensus-based solutions to challenges. They will be skilled in problem identification and analysis; applying analytical and research methods and techniques; and researching interpreting analyzing and evaluating regulatory legal and technical documents.

This position may offer the ability to work remotely within Arizona based upon the departments business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures.A minimum of two days on-site at the ADWR officeper weekis required.

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.

Serves as a member of the agencys leadership team. Under the direction of the Director represents defends and protects the interest of the State of Arizona and its citizens on matters related to the agencys programs. This includes coordinating with state and federal agencies municipal corporations authorities other political subdivisions private entities tribes and other states in matters related to the Departments programs.

Responsible for keeping the agencys executive level staff and directorate informed of issues and potential problems and opportunities and recommending action to be taken as well as facilitating evaluating planning and recommending policy and positions and integrating those with the goals and policies of the programs overseen.

Represents the division in projects that require multi-disciplinary expertise including investigating and resolving potentially sensitive and highly visible water resource management issues.

Reviews and provides guidance on a variety of documents including technical reports and regulatory documents. Reviews and approves permits and certificates. Participates in development of the agencys annual strategic plan and ensures metrics and section management reports are submitted. Monitors contracts and approves payment of invoices.
Supervises manages and coaches managers and professional level staff in procedures and techniques to be used the quality and timeliness of work expected licensing and timeframe requirements setting goals and objectives and prioritizing multiple simultaneous projects. Guides staff recruitment selection appraisal recognition and corrective action. Assesses staffing needs and organization based on statutory requirements strategic objectives and budget realities.

Knowledge of:

• Hydrologic engineering socio-economic and ecological aspects of water supply and utilization.
• Current concepts methods and practices in water resources planning and management.
• State and/or federal laws rules and regulations pertaining to water resources and its management.
• State and/or federal court rulings impacting water resources allocation and management.
• Processes and procedures associated with working within a regulatory environment.
• Roles and relationships of state policy making and implementation process.
• ADWRs mission programs goals objectives policies and procedures regarding management of water resources.
• Hiring and management practices.

Skills in:

• Supervision and management of managers and professional level staff
• Clear well-organized and convincing oral written and visual communication
• Presenting complex material publicly to diverse audiences
• Problem identification and analysis
• Applying analytical and research methods and techniques
• Applying multi-disciplinary approach to resolve complex sensitive visible water resources management issues; analyzing and problem solving
• Researching interpreting analyzing and evaluating regulatory legal and technical documents
• Handling administrative issues; resolving conflicts in a positive and constructive manner
• Process improvement

Ability to:

• Exercise leadership and effectively supervise and support multiple sections
• Determine objectives and set priorities; formulate effective strategies consistent with agency strategy
• Analyze a situation identify the problem area(s) propose and implement solutions
• Examine policy issues with a long-term perspective; anticipate potential threats or opportunities
• Exercise sound judgment make well informed timely decisions; perceive impact and implications
• Manage and prioritize numerous projects simultaneously
• Deal effectively with pressure maintain focus and remain persistent
• Interpret and develop rules policies laws and statutes
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders including agency staff government officials leaders in the regulated community and the public
• Be open to change and new information; adapt to changing conditions or unexpected obstacles; adjust to new circumstances requiring attention and resolution
• Facilitate open exchange of ideas and foster open communication; encourage creative thinking and innovation
• Take initiative and be self-motivated curious proactive and achievement oriented
  

The ideal candidate will have experience in water policy planning and regulation and managerial experience. They will be skilled in meeting strategic goals and will possess the ability to build regional partnerships and develop consensus-based programs and strategies.

Bachelors degree and ten years of related experience.

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 (E-Verify).

TheState 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
• Sick Leave
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Deferred compensation plan
• Credit union membership
• Wellness plans
• LinkedIn Learning membership
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Discounts
• Flexible work schedule

By providing the option of a full-time or part-time 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.

Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave programhere. 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 12.00%.

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. Arizona State Government is an AA/EOE/ADA Reasonable Accommodation Employer.