Colorado River Policy & Hydrology Lead — Hybrid

Arizona Department of Administration; Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 135,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

The Arizona Department of Water Resources seeks a Deputy Assistant Director to lead the Water Planning Division's Colorado River Section. You will oversee hydrologic modeling, policy development, and strategic initiatives to strengthen Arizona's long-term water supply reliability.

Candidates should bring extensive management experience, strong communication skills, and a track record of coordinating with state and federal partners to advance complex water resource projects.

Qualifications

• Experience in water resources management and policy development.
• Strong background in hydrologic modeling and planning for large-scale river systems.
• Demonstrated leadership of cross-functional teams and public affairs outreach.

Responsibilities

• Manage Colorado River policy, planning, scheduling and modeling activities.
• Oversee and develop a multidisciplinary team with performance management and training responsibilities.
• Foster stakeholder relationships with agencies, tribes and districts to improve coordination.

Skills

Management and supervision

Leadership mentoring

Public presentations

Policy development

Analytical thinking

Communication (oral)

Communication (written)

Strategic planning

Education

Master’s degree in related field

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Doctorate in related field

Job description

The Arizona Department of Water Resources seeks a Deputy Assistant Director to lead the Water Planning Division's Colorado River Section. You will oversee hydrologic modeling, policy development, and strategic initiatives to strengthen Arizona's long-term water supply reliability.

Candidates should bring extensive management experience, strong communication skills, and a track record of coordinating with state and federal partners to advance complex water resource projects.