Director of Watershed Resources

Ymfphilly; California; On-site; USD 248,000 - 301,000; Full time

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Benefits package

Job summary

Marin Water in California seeks an experienced Director of Watershed Resources to lead management, protection, and public access to district watershed lands, with a focus on strategic vision and stakeholder engagement.

Reporting to the General Manager, the role oversees 27 full-time staff and 13–15 seasonal workers with a $9.3 million operating budget, overseeing a historic agency serving 191,000 residents. The position closes November 15, 2026, at 11:59 pm.

Qualifications

• Seven years of progressively responsible experience managing watershed, park, natural resource, or recreation areas.
• Five years of supervisory experience.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and operational leadership for watershed lands management and public access.
• Lead 27 full-time staff and 13–15 seasonal workers within a $9.3 million operating budget.
• Engage stakeholders and navigate political landscapes to advance district objectives.

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Job description

Marin Water seeks an experienced, versatile leader comfortable operating at the intersection of natural resource stewardship, public access, operational management, and community interests. The Director of Watershed Resources provides strategic and operational leadership for the management, protection, preservation, and public use of District watershed lands. The ideal candidate will bring political acumen, sound judgment, and exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Reporting to the General Manager, the Director leads 27 full-time employees and 13–15 seasonal workers, with a $9.3 million operating budget. Qualifications include seven years of progressively responsible experience managing watershed, park, natural resource, or recreation areas, including five years of supervisory experience, and a bachelor's degree in a related field.

Established in 1912 as California's first municipal water district, Marin Water serves more than 191,000 residents. In addition to operating a complex water system, the District protects and manages watershed lands on Mt. Tamalpais. Governed by a five-member Board, Marin Water employs 254 full-time staff with a $188 mil for FY 2026/27 operating and capital budget.

The salary range is $247,584 to $300,972 DOQE and is supplemented by an attractive benefits package. Closing at 11:59 pm, Sunday, November 15, 2026.