Water Use Efficiency Specialist/Analyst

City of Santa Fe Springs; Costa Mesa (CA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits package

Autonomy

Job summary

Mesa Water District in Costa Mesa, CA is hiring a Water Use Efficiency Specialist/Analyst to lead programs that improve water use across homes, businesses, and landscapes. This role blends technical analysis with customer engagement and community education to deliver measurable results.

You will analyze water-use data, develop and evaluate programs, and communicate complex concepts to diverse audiences. The position offers field and office work, opportunities to influence district initiatives,

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of water use efficiency principles.
• Hands-on experience with landscape irrigation systems, audits, inspections, and water budgets.
• Highly organized self-starter with strong project management skills.
• Ability to analyze water use data and translate findings into actionable program improvements.
• Clear, effective communicator who can explain technical concepts to diverse audiences.
• Proven experience developing, implementing, and evaluating water use efficiency programs.
• Customer-focused and skilled at building relationships.
• Uses independent, sound judgment and initiative.
• Highly engaged, personable professional who enjoys working with the public and is comfortable working in both field and office environments.
• Confident public speaker with experience presenting to a variety of audiences.
• Strong writing skills with the ability to prepare clear and accurate materials for both technical and public audiences.
• Passion for horticulture, California-native landscapes, xeriscaping, and pollinator-friendly design, with the ability to oversee and guide landscape professionals

Responsibilities

• Lead programs shaping water use across homes, businesses, landscapes.
• Analyze data and translate findings into program improvements.
• Engage customers and educate the public.
• Represent Mesa Water in field and office settings.

Skills

Water efficiency

Irrigation audits

Project management

Data analysis

Public speaking

Program development

Stakeholder relations

Horticulture

Written communication

Job description

Salary

Water Use Efficiency Specialist: $43.65 - $60.18 hourly; $90,792.00 - $125,174.40 annually

Water Use Efficiency Analyst: $50.62 - $69.78 hourly; $105,289.60 - $145,142.40 annually

Description

TURN DATA, OUTREACH, AND HANDS‑ON FIELDWORK INTO REAL‑WORLD WATER USE EFFICIENCY OUTCOMES. MESA WATER DISTRICT (MESA WATER) IS NOW HIRING A WATER USE EFFICIENCY SPECIALIST / ANALYST TO HELP LEAD PROGRAMS THAT SHAPE HOW WATER IS USED ACROSS HOMES, BUSINESSES, AND LANDSCAPES. THIS DYNAMIC ROLE BLENDS TECHNICAL ANALYSIS, CUSTOMER ENGAGEMENT, AND COMMUNITY EDUCATION TO DELIVER MEASURABLE RESULTS AND SUPPORT LONG‑TERM WATER RELIABILITY. IT’S AN IDEAL OPPORTUNITY FOR A DRIVEN PROFESSIONAL WHO ENJOYS VARIETY AND WANTS THEIR WORK TO MAKE A VISIBLE IMPACT EVERY DAY.

Qualities in Top Candidate

• Strong technical knowledge of water use efficiency principles, programs, and regulations
• Hands‑on experience with landscape irrigation systems, audits, inspections, and water budgets
• Highly organized self‑starter with strong project management skills
• Ability to analyze water use data and translate findings into actionable program improvements
• Clear, effective communicator who can explain technical concepts to diverse audiences
• Proven experience developing, implementing, and evaluating water use efficiency programs
• Customer‑focused and skilled at building relationships
• Uses independent, sound judgment and initiative
• Highly engaged, personable professional who enjoys working with the public and is comfortable working in both field and office environments
• Confident public speaker with experience presenting to a variety of audiences
• Strong writing skills with the ability to prepare clear and accurate materials for both technical and public audiences
• Passion for horticulture, California‑native landscapes, xeriscaping, and pollinator‑friendly design, with the ability to oversee and guide landscape professionals

Why Choose Us?

• Competitive Pay & Benefits - We offer strong compensation and benefits packages that are regularly evaluated to stay ahead of industry standards.
• Supportive Work Culture - At Mesa Water, we foster a fun, collaborative environment where meaningful relationships and teamwork thrive.
• Meaningful Work - A direct way to give back to the community by helping ratepayers reduce costs, with the ability to see tangible, positive impacts firsthand.
• Autonomy - This role offers a high level of autonomy, allowing you to leverage your expertise to design, implement, and innovate new water use efficiency programs that make a meaningful impact for the District and the community.
• New Education Center - The recently opened Education Center serves as a dynamic hub for water learning while also featuring a water‑wise garden, positioning Mesa Water as a leading and innovative water provider in the region.
• Employee‑Centered Environment - Our organization‑wide engagement program reflects our deep commitment to keeping employees motivated, supported, and excited about their work.

Water Use Efficiency Specialist