Water Resources Analyst: Field & Data Insights

City of Northglenn; Thornton (CO); On-site; USD 76,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Long-term disability insurance

Pension plan

General leave

Optional benefits

Job summary

The City of Northglenn is seeking a Water Resources Analyst to support the City’s water conservation program and resource planning. You will collect and analyze water data, prepare formal reports, and coordinate with external agencies while performing routine field measurements and office-based analyses.

The role requires a degree in a related field with 2–4 years of experience (or a Master’s with 1 year of experience) and strong Excel skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in watershed science, hydrology, civil engineering, environmental sciences or related field; 2–4 years of related experience, or a Master's with at least 1 year in water/engineering.
• Master's degree holders with 1 year of relevant experience may apply.

Responsibilities

• Review and prepare analyses and documents related to water rights.
• Maintain daily diversion and delivery records; process data.
• Coordinate water resources data from external sources.
• Produce reports, charts, graphs, and maps for state agencies.
• Manage water resources operations to comply with decrees and requirements.
• Support public education programs on water conservation and supply.

Skills

Water rights analysis

Data reporting

Excel proficiency

Public outreach

Communication

Fieldwork ability

Education

Bachelor's degree in watershed science / hydrology / civil engineering / environmental sciences

Master's degree in related field +1 year experience

Tools

Excel

Job description

The City of Northglenn is seeking a Water Resources Analyst to support the City’s water conservation program and resource planning. You will collect and analyze water data, prepare formal reports, and coordinate with external agencies while performing routine field measurements and office-based analyses.

The role requires a degree in a related field with 2–4 years of experience (or a Master’s with 1 year of experience) and strong Excel skills.