Principal Resources Specialist (Water Resources)

This position is open until filled. The deadline for the first review of applications is 11:59 PM on Monday, September 9, 2024. Applicants that submit applications after the first review deadline are not guaranteed to be considered for this recruitment. This recruitment may close at any time without notice after the first review deadline.

There is one (1) vacancy in the Planning & Resources Department, Water Resources Unit.

This recruitment is being conducted to fill one (1) vacancy and will establish an eligibility list which may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur during the active status of the eligibility list.

Salary Range: UN 192

FLSA: Exempt

Probationary Period: At-Will

 

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THE OPPORTUNITY:

Are you interested in a fulfilling career protecting the environment and developing a resilient water resources program for the local community? The Agency is seeking a motivated, detail-oriented, and analytical problem solver with great leadership abilities to serve as its next Principal Resources Specialist within the Planning and Resources Department, Water Resources Unit. IEUA seeks to maximize the availability and cost-effectiveness of its portfolio of water supplies to increase supply reliability within the Agency’s service area. The Water Resources Unit plans for, develops, and collaborates with local agencies on regional water policies and programs, as well as reviews/comments on legislative, regulatory, and other water resources related policy initiatives for consistency with Agency priorities.

THE POSITION:

Under direction, plans, organizes, manages, and participates in the development, implementation, and monitoring of programs and activities of the Agency’s Planning and Resources Department; manages, supervises, and reviews the work of professional and support staff; serves as a subject matter expert for the Agency’s water resource programs, policies and initiatives, pretreatment and source control activities, or federal, state and local environmental rules, regulations, and guidelines, where applicable; develops, recommends, and implements policies and procedures; functions as project manager, overseeing scientific studies, projects, and regional programs; represents the Agency and strategically coordinates and collaborates with various customer agencies, partner agencies, regulatory agencies, or other local resource agencies as applicable; provides information and updates to Agency Management, the Board of Directors, and regulators; and performs related duties as assigned.

 

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:

A Principal Resources Specialist is responsible for managing a team of professionals engaged in implementing the Agency’s programs regarding either water resources, pretreatment and source control, environmental compliance and permitting, or sustainability services. Incumbents are responsible for planning, coordin­ating and directing various tasks, functions, and programs within their areas of responsibility. The work of this class is broad in scope or project focused that requires a significant degree of independence and application of professional experience and judgment on issues which are complex, interpretive, and can have Agency wide impact. The work of this class involves significant accountability and independent decision-making responsibilities in interpreting information and presenting sound proposals and recommendations to external agencies, Agency Management, the Board of Directors, and regulators.

Employees in this class typically report to either the Manager of Compliance and Sustainability, Manager of Environmental Services, or Manager of Water Resources in the Planning and Resources Department and manage the work of professional and technical staff in their assigned area of responsibility.

A Principal Resources Specialist is distinguished from the unit managers within the Planning and Resources Department in that an incumbent in the latter classes has management responsibilities for the respective unit and has broader financial planning, recordkeeping, and administration duties.

 

Who We Are:

An Employer of Choice in the Inland Empire

The Inland Empire Utilities Agency (IEUA) secures and supplies supplemental water; collects and treats wastewater; produces high quality renewable products such as recycled water, compost and energy; and promotes the sustainable use of groundwater and development of local water supplies. IEUA serves approximately 935,000 residents in a 242-square mile service area in western San Bernardino County, California. As a regional wastewater treatment agency, IEUA provides sewage utility services to seven contracting agencies and provides wholesale imported water to seven retail agencies. IEUA owns and operates four facilities specializing in regional water recycling services. The facilities take in approximately 50 million gallons of wastewater per day for treatment, producing high-quality recycled water. IEUA also manages the recharge of recycled, storm and imported water through the Chino Basin Groundwater Recharge Program and coordinates regional water-use efficiency and education programs. IEUA is committed to meeting the needs of the region by providing essential services in a regionally planned and cost-effective manner while safeguarding public health, promoting economic development and protecting the environment.

Excellent Benefits Package:

Social Security, CalPERS, 457 Deferred Compensation Plans, Competitive Salaries, Certification Incentives, Health, Dental, Vision, & Life Insurance w/Agency-paid monthly contribution of $1,108 – $1,698 per month, Paid time off for holidays, vacation, bereavement and sick leave. Additional information is available on our website at: http://www.ieua.org/about-us/human-resources/benefits/.

 

Job Requirements:

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE:

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in business/public administration, natural, physical, environmental sciences, water resources, engineering, planning/management, urban/regional planning or a closely related field, and at least seven years of professional-level progressively responsible experience in resources planning (including environmental/habitat, energy, or water resources), environmental compliance/testing, energy/sustainability management, or wastewater treatment; or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

 

LICENSES; CERTIFICATES; SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

A valid Class “C” California driver’s license and the ability to maintain insurability under the Agency’s vehicle insurance program.

A Grade III or IV Environmental Compliance Inspector Certification from the California Water Environment Association for the Environmental Services Unit is preferred.

FILING DEADLINE:

APPLY ONLINE.  This recruitment is Open Until Filled. First Review of Applications scheduled for September 9, 2024. Applications must be completed and submitted electronically. Handwritten applications will not be accepted. A complete job description, online Agency Employment Application, and Supplemental Questionnaire is available online at: www.ieua.org (click on Job Openings).

 

An Equal Opportunity Employer

 

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