Engineer III or II Eastern Regional Office (Vernal)

ENGINEER III OR II - EASTERN REGIONAL OFFICE (VERNAL)
**MAY UNDERFILL AT LEVEL II DEPENDING ON EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS**

FT / PT Status Full-Time
Salary $35.25 - $48.00 Hourly Wage
Remote Work / In-Office In-Office / On-Site

Recruiter Karen Weir
Application Deadline 9/16/2026*

*This job posting may close at any time after the minimum advertising period of three (3) business days has passed should a sufficient applicant pool be received. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible.

Job Description
The Utah Division ofWater Rights is seeking a qualified engineer to join our Eastern Region officelocated at 318 North Vernal Avenue Vernal Utah 84078. The candidate serves asan assistant regional engineer and will assist water users in understandingwater rights filing acceptable applications participate in hearings andprepare draft orders of the State Engineer. The employee participates in other regional office activities such aswater distribution stream alteration dam safety and adjudication.

Key Responsibilities

Day-to-day responsibilities of this position:

• Assist the public in answering questions reviewing water rights and other files and explaining office procedures policy guidelines and statutes.
• Conducts field reviews takes measurements documents findings and prepares initial drafts of decisions.
• Assists the regional engineer and other staff members on water distribution issues that arise in the area.
• Reviews studies and other documents to inform water management decisions within the area.
• Conduct dam safety inspections and prepares inspection reports under the direction of the regional engineer and dam safety section.
• Attend meetings and participate in hearings give presentations at public meetings. Interface with local government leaders consult on local water right issues and advise the state engineer about conflicts problems and partnership opportunities that exist with local governments.
• Assists in the training and support of other staff members in the regional office.

Qualifications

Minimum or day-one qualifications:

• Principles theories and practices of civil engineering.
• Use logic to analyze or identify underlying principles reasons or facts associated with information or data to draw conclusions.
• Use automated software applications.
• Communicate information and ideas clearly and concisely in writing; read and understand information presented in writing.
• Establish objectives and specify the strategies and actions to achieve these objectives.
• Coordinate the activities or tasks of people groups and/or organization(s).
• Make a decision or solve a problem by using logic to identify key facts explore alternatives and propose quality solutions.
• Communicate effectively in English; oral and written.
• Control or direct the operation of a program or function.
• Agency mission goals objectives organization programs and business practices.
• Develop approaches for implementation of an idea program or change in operations.
• Knowledge of state water right laws rules and policies established by the state engineer.

IdealCandidate will have:

• Excellent written communication skills.
• Ability to verbally communicate complex ideas to stakeholders.
• Listen and comprehend concerns expressed by stakeholders.
• Ability to use technical skills to analyze proposals and develop solutions.
• Experience in hydrology groundwater flow and hydraulics.
• A background and/or interest in water resource law and policy.
• An understanding of common principles and practices of real property conveyance.
• An ability to use logic to analyze complex technical subjects together with the ability to make decisions based on analysis.
• Preference will be given to candidates that have graduated with an EAC/ABET accredited degree in engineering with the ability to become licensed as a professional engineer in the State of Utah if not already licensed.

The best candidate for Engineer III will have:

• A Bachelors degree or higher in an engineering field
• Proof of passing the Principles and Practice of Engineering (PE)
• Licensure in the State of Utah as a professional engineer.

About the Role
Location
318 North Vernal Ave.
Vernal Utah 84078
United States
Background Check Required
Drug Test Required
Schedule Code B - Competitive Career Service
Supplemental Information -Candidates must reside within the state of Utah
Work Schedule -
Work environment working conditions physical requirements -

• Typically the employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying light items; driving an automobile riding a horse and hiking in rough terrain and high elevations.
• Work requires occasional physical exertion.
• May require the ability to walk over rough surfaces; bend crouch stoop stretch reach lift moderately heavy items (up to 50 lbs.) in a recurring manner and/or for long periods of time
• Must have a valid drivers license and the ability to drive 4-wheel drive vehicles.
• Some outdoor field work is required including the ability to walk by foot on uneven terrain for 3-5 miles.
• Travel within the State of Utah is not anintegral part of the position but may occasionally occur.

Why You Should Join Our Team
In Utah we believe hard work is important but balance is essential. Finding work/life balance is a vital element to our culture. To find out more about WHY Utah click here. Other benefits may include:

• Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.
• Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization.
• Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals.
• Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation strong work ethics and mutual support.

The Agency
For more information aboutour agency (or program) click here: Water Rights

EEO Statement
The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race color ancestry religion sex national origin sexual orientation age citizenship marital status disability gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations please contact .

Required Experience:

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