Water Resources Programs Lead

County of Lake; Lakeport (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

County of Lake in California is seeking a Water Resources Program Coordinator to coordinate and implement the department's water resources programs, including Clear Lake enhancement and watershed management. The role involves budgeting, grant administration, and public outreach, with emphasis on coordination across agencies and consulting with officials.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree in a related field, two years of professional water resources experience, and preferred GIS

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with major coursework in water resources, resource management, biology, chemistry, or related field preferred.
• Two years of professional experience in planning, development, and implementation of water quality, watershed management, and streambed restoration.
• Experience with Geographic Information Systems (GIS) preferred.
• Additional related experience and/or education may be substituted.

Responsibilities

• Develops, implements, and coordinates the Water Resources Department Water Resources Programs, including Clear Lake water quality enhancement, Lake County Clean Water Program, including NPDES, watershed management, and streambed restoration.
• Develops and manages aquatic vegetation control efforts.
• Oversees and performs water quality monitoring.
• Provides a variety of consultation to county management and elected officials related to natural resource policies, ordinances, and regulations.
• Assists with the development and administration of the water resources budget.
• Prepares, submits, and administers grants.
• Searches and develops a variety of funding sources.
• Develops and carries out public outreach efforts.
• Provides technical and administrative assistance to advisory and resource management committees.
• Prepares proposal requests and participates in the selection of consultants and contractors for work on flood control, watershed management, and streambed restoration programs.
• Performs specialized research projects and analysis, as delegated.
• Develops and prepares comprehensive technical reports related to Water Resources Programs.
• Investigates field problems affecting property owners and contractors.
• Coordinates Water Resource functions with other county departments and government agencies.
• Responds to public questions and inquiries related to department policies and requirements on Clear Lake water enhancement, watershed management, and streambed restoration.
• May patrol flood control projects and coordinate emergency flood control activities, as necessary.

Skills

Water resources

Budgeting

Grant administration

GIS experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in water resources or related field

Tools

GIS software

Job description

County of Lake in California is seeking a Water Resources Program Coordinator to coordinate and implement the department's water resources programs, including Clear Lake enhancement and watershed management. The role involves budgeting, grant administration, and public outreach, with emphasis on coordination across agencies and consulting with officials.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree in a related field, two years of professional water resources experience, and preferred GIS