Water Resources Manager

CPS HR Consulting (Client Recruitments); Lake Elsinore (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

WaterEmployee Services Authority (WESA) seeks a Water Resources Manager to lead the District's water reliability, quality, and sustainability. Reporting to the Director of Water Resources, you will guide a multidisciplinary team of about 17 professionals and oversee planning, systems engineering, and laboratory operations.

The ideal candidate has deep experience in water supply planning, groundwater management, water rights, and California regulatory frameworks.

Qualifications

• Experience leading water resources programs in public utilities or agencies.
• Strong knowledge of California regulatory frameworks.
• Proven ability to manage projects and consultant contracts.

Responsibilities

• Lead water resources planning, infrastructure programs, and system engineering.
• Oversee water quality, laboratory operations, and wastewater engineering initiatives.
• Manage staff and external consultants; supervise ~17 professionals.
• Coordinate with stakeholders and regional partners on complex projects.

Skills

Water resources management

Regulatory compliance

Strategic leadership

Project management

Job description

WaterEmployee Services Authority (WESA) is seeking a Water Resources Manager. As Water Resources Manager, you will play a pivotal leadership role in ensuring the long-term reliability, quality, and sustainability of the District’s water resources. Reporting to the Director of Water Resources and providing day-to-day leadership to multidisciplinary team of approximately 17 professionals, including 3 direct reports, oversee water resources planning, water systems engineering, water quality/laboratory operations, and wastewater engineering programs. This is a unique opportunity to lead complex and highly visible initiatives involving water supply reliability, groundwater management, regulatory compliance, Infrastructure planning, and regional partnerships, while developing a talented team and helping shape the District’s long-term water resources strategy.

The ideal candidate is a strategic, forward-thinking water resources leader with extensive expertise in water supply planning, groundwater management, water rights, and California regulatory frameworks. This individual has a proven ability to lead complex initiatives, manage projects and consultant contracts, and align regulatory compliance, infrastructure investments, and regional partnerships to ensure reliable, sustainable water supplies. An effective communicator and collaborative leader, the candidate translates complex technical and policy issues into clear recommendations, builds strong relationships with stakeholders, and fosters accountability and staff development. Guided by integrity, innovation, and a commitment to public service, the ideal candidate advances water reliability, environmental stewardship, and the long-term sustainability of the communities served by WESA.