Water Resources and Environmental Services Manager

ICMA; Chino (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

ICMA in Chino, CA seeks a forward-thinking Water Resources & Environmental Resources Manager (WRESM) to lead strategic initiatives in pursuing a shared vision for the Chino Basin. The ideal candidate will unite diverse stakeholders, mentor future leaders, and ensure compliance with regional, state, and federal requirements.

The role demands diplomacy, transparency, and a practical approach to complex water and environmental challenges, guiding staff toward excellence and accountability.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated leadership in water resources or environmental resources management.
• Ability to unite diverse stakeholders around a shared vision.
• Experience mentoring staff and developing future leaders.

Responsibilities

• Lead with integrity, emotional intelligence, collaboration, and shared vision.
• Strengthen organizational culture and mentor future leaders.
• Align with regional, state, and federal policies, permitting, and compliance.
• Inspire staff and foster accountability, growth, excellence.
• Provide clarity, diplomacy, and sound judgment on water resources and environmental challenges.
• Champion transparency, accessibility, and open communication with staff and stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Collaboration

Diplomacy

Emotional intelligence

Mentorship

Communication

Stakeholder engagement

Vision

Technical expertise

Job description

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.

This is a CONFIDENTIAL recruitment

and is open until filled.

For more information, contact Steven Wright, Executive Recruiter: 626.826.4695

Email cover letter/resume to: [e-mail]