Water Conservation Coordinator

State of Utah; Salt Lake City (UT); Hybrid; USD 78,570,000 - 118,026,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Benefits package

Job summary

State of Utah, Salt Lake City, is seeking a Water Conservation Coordinator to run grant programs, oversee conservation plans, and aid in public outreach. This role focuses on water sustainability and requires initiative and collaboration with water providers and communities.

The position is full-time with hybrid in-office work, standard hours, and occasional travel. Background checks are required and a competitive benefits package is offered.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and organization skills.
• Ability to write and speak clearly and concisely.
• General knowledge of water in Utah.
• Professional experience in water conservation.
• Experience running programs and managing deadlines.
• B.S. or higher in related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Run the Transparent Water Billing Grant Program: set application windows, review applications, monitor contracts, meet with applicants, review final reports for compliance.
• Oversee Water Conservation Plans: track plans, notify systems of due dates, review plans for compliance with the Water Conservation Plan Act.
• Review rebates: coordinate with team to review rebate applications and ensure compliance.
• Public Outreach: represent the division at events, present on water conservation, teach Localscapes classes.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Written communication

Verbal communication

Water knowledge Utah

Program management

Project deadlines

Explaining concepts clearly

Presentation skills

Logical reasoning

Education

B.S. or higher in horticulture, environmental science, water conservation, natural resources or related major

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Docs/Sheets

Database technology

Job description

FT / PT Status – Full-Time

Benefits Eligibility – This position is eligible for a full benefits package.

Salary – $27.42 - $41.19 Hourly Wage

Remote Work / In-Office – Hybrid

Application Deadline – 10/4/2026*

Key Responsibilities

Job Title: Water Conservation Coordinator

Location: 1594 W North Temple St. Salt Lake City, UT 84116

Are you ready for a career where you get to make a difference while working with a passionate team of people? Are you passionate about water conservation and sustainability? The Utah Division of Water Resources is seeking a hardworking, creative, and positive Water Conservation Coordinator to add to our team. As a Water Conservation Coordinator, you will run the division's Transparent Water Billing Grant Program, oversee water conservation plans, review rebate applications, and assist with public outreach activities and events.

Day-to-day Responsibilities Of This Position

• Run the division's Transparent Water Billing Grant Program: Set application windows, review applications, monitor contracts, meet regularly with applicants, and review final reports for program compliance.
• Oversee Water Conservation Plans: Water providers with 500+ connections and water districts are required to submit a Water Conservation Plan every 5 years. This position will track plans, notify systems of due dates, review submitted plans, and ensure compliance with the Water Conservation Plan Act.
• Rebates: Work with a team to review rebate applications and ensure compliance with program rules.
• Public Outreach: Represent the division at community events, present about water conservation at various events and classes, and teach Localscapes classes.
• Other duties as assigned.

Why Should You Join Our Team

The Division of Water Resources currently employs about 60 skilled and dedicated employees who work well together to plan, conserve, develop and protect Utah's water resources. The work is meaningful and staff have the opportunity to work with water professionals across the state. The division cares about employees as individuals and promotes a healthy work-life balance.

Qualifications

Minimum or "day-one" qualifications

• Strong communication and organization skills.
• Effective ability to convey information concisely through writing and verbally.
• General knowledge of water in Utah.
• Professional work experience in water conservation.
• Professional experience with running programs and managing projects with deadlines.

Preferred Or Trainable/on-the-job Qualifications

• Has a B.S. or higher in horticulture, environmental science, water conservation, natural resources or a related major.
• Ability to speak clearly, concisely, and effectively, listen to and understand information and ideas as presented verbally.
• Experience coordinating the activities or tasks of people, groups, and/or organizations.
• Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
• Strong presentation skills.
• Ability to use logic to analyze or identify underlying principles, reasons, or facts associated with information or data to draw conclusions.
• Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
• Highly proficient in Microsoft and google Office products, including Word, Google Docs, Excel, Google Sheets and database technology.

Working Conditions

• May need to be out of town 1 to 3 nights a few times a year.
• Will perform outreach events which include setting up a booth and sitting indoors or outdoors
• Outreach event conditions will be weather dependent, including cold, heat, and other outdoor conditions
• Risks found in the typical office setting are adequately lit, heated, and ventilated, including safe use of office equipment, avoiding trips and falls, and observing fire regulations
• Typically, the employee may sit to perform the work. There may also be walking, standing, bending, carrying light items, and driving an automobile.
• Monday-Friday, standard hours. Some weekends and travel.

About The Role

Location –

1594 West North Temple

Salt Lake City, Utah, 84116

United States

Background Check Required – You must successfully pass a criminal history check.

Drug Test Required –

Schedule Code – B - Competitive Career Service

Why You Should Join Our Team

Benefits

In Utah, we believe hard work is important, but balance is essential. Finding work/life balance is a vital element to our culture. To find out more about WHY Utah , click here . Other benefits may include:

• Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.
• Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization.
• Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals.
• Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation, strong work ethics, and mutual support.

The Agency For more information: https://water.utah.gov/

EEO Statement

The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, please contact [phone].