Water Resources and Environmental Services Manager

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

Chino is seeking a forward-thinking WRESM with technical expertise, leadership, vision, and diplomacy. If you are a collaborative, strategic, and innovative leader who is passionate about water resources and environmental resources management, Chino offers the platform, the people, and the moment to make a lasting impact on an adjudicated water basin (i.e., Chino Basin).

The successful WRESM will:

• Lead with integrity, emotional intelligence, collaboration, and the ability to unite diverse stakeholders around a shared vision.
• Strengthen organizational culture and develop future leaders through mentorship and succession planning.
• Stay aligned with regional, state, and federal policies, permitting, and compliance requirements.
• Inspire and motivate staff while fostering a culture of accountability, growth, and excellence.
• Serve as a practical, forward-thinking leader who brings clarity, diplomacy, and sound judgment to complex water resource and environmental challenges.
• Champion transparency, accessibility, and open communication to build trust with staff, the public, and external stakeholders.

THE POSITION

Under general direction, this position manages water resources and environmental programs within the Public Works Water Utility Division, oversees regulatory compliance, guides and mentors staff, collaborates with operations, develops policies and resource plans; and provides complex support to department leadership. The WRESM will:

• Lead division goals, priorities, budgets, staffing, contracts, and service delivery improvements to support effective operations.
• Plan and manage water resource programs, including groundwater, recycled water, water rights, conservation, efficiency, and long-term planning.
• Oversee environmental compliance programs, permitting, monitoring, regulatory requirements, and related policy or procedural improvements.
• Prepare reports and recommendations for City leadership, boards, commissions, and committees.
• Attend and participate in regional agency, board, commission, committee, professional organization, and stakeholder meetings on behalf of the City.
• Represent the City with regional partners and stakeholders, address complex issues, maintain records, and ensure regulatory compliance.

Why Join the City of Chino?

The City of Chino has nationally been named one of the fastest-growing communities in the country. Chino is a vibrant place to live, work, and play, that is recognized for its integrity and dedication to public service. Together we take pride in providing quality, caring service to our community.

Competitive and comprehensive benefits package

For more information, see the position brochure at: Chino WRESM Recruitment

To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to: Chino.WRESMrecruitment@jacobgreenandassociates.com