Water Resources Program Coordinator - Field & Compliance

RIO GRANDE WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT; Alamosa (CO); On-site; USD 39,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

retirement

health insurance

paid leave

Job summary

The Rio Grande Water Conservation District in Alamosa, CO is seeking a Program Coordinator to support groundwater management subdistricts, water resources administration, and regulatory compliance. The role emphasizes field coordination, data gathering, and stakeholder communication with producers and partner agencies.

Responsibilities include coordinating operations, assisting with budgeting and reporting, and maintaining records.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in Engineering, Water Resources, Environmental Science, Business, Public Administration, or related field.
• Experience with water-use or hydrologic data.
• Experience preparing draft technical or analytical materials.
• Experience supporting regulatory or compliance activities.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Support Subdistrict program operations, project coordination, and administrative workflows.
• Assist with regulatory compliance, documentation, and preparation of reporting materials.
• Gather, verify, and analyze water-use, metering, and hydrologic data.
• Conduct field visits to collect data, verify metering information, and document site conditions.
• Assist with budgeting support, fee calculations, and financial documentation.
• Coordinate communication with producers, ditch companies, consultants, and partner agencies.
• Help organize meetings, workshops, and outreach activities.
• Maintain organized records, schedules, and compliance documentation.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Water Resources, Environmental Science, Business, Public Administration, or a related field

Tools

GIS software

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Rio Grande Water Conservation District in Alamosa, CO is seeking a Program Coordinator to support groundwater management subdistricts, water resources administration, and regulatory compliance. The role emphasizes field coordination, data gathering, and stakeholder communication with producers and partner agencies.

Responsibilities include coordinating operations, assisting with budgeting and reporting, and maintaining records.