Water Conservation Specialist 1 (57017)

Requirements

• Lead water right investigations and analysis
• Evaluate the accuracy of claims to historical water use
• Conduct scientific field examinations, measure flow rates and volumes, and provide expert testimony in Water Court hearings and contested-case proceedings
• Analyze water use statements, permits, and records using GIS mapping, aerial photographs, and field investigations to identify appropriation issues
• Synthesize field data, water management information, and research findings into clear reports and presentations for the Water Court, the public, and agency partners
• Provide technical and investigative assistance to department attorneys and Water Court staff on contested water rights issues
• Research and compile water use information, well logs, and land ownership records to create GIS maps and detailed reports for the public, water users, attorneys, and the Water Court
• Assist with processing new water right applications, verification forms, splits, severs, ownership updates and temporary lease and change exception filings using statewide water databases and adhering to relevant statutes, rules and policies

Benefits

• Work/life balance
• Generous paid leave (vacation, sick, holidays), with vacation leave increasing with service
• Longevity pay with continued state service
• Health, dental, vision, life insurance, and flexible spending accounts
• Access to free employee medical clinics and telehealth
• Retirement plans (Defined Benefit and Defined Contribution plus an optional 457(b) Plan)
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness - may qualify you for student loan forgiveness
• Career progression, professional development, and state employee discounts
• Up to 15 days of military leave with full pay