DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Analyze water data and prepare GIS maps, databases, reports, and presentations.
- Develop, implement, and manage water conservation plans and programs, including financial assistance and incentive efforts.
- Oversee daily operations for assigned projects—draft RFPs, RFQs, and work orders; track retrofits, costs, and savings; and coordinate staff activities.
- Represent the County in multi-jurisdictional and regional water infrastructure planning initiatives and studies.
- Research, apply for, and administer grants in accordance with relevant guidelines and procedures.
- Provide technical guidance to internal departments on water infrastructure planning and initiatives.
- Support development and updates of water strategies, regulatory submittals, ordinances, and related documents.
- Lead training and outreach, including public education campaigns, internal training sessions, and community presentations.
*The above information is intended to outline the general nature and scope of the duties required for this position. It is not an exhaustive list and may vary depending on specific job assignments and responsibilities.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Planning, Environmental Sciences, Water Resources or a related field
- Four (4) years of experience in water related infrastructure planning, water conservation and/or water systems including project management
*Any equivalent combination of related education and/or experience may be considered for the above requirements.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
- Work experience must include projects that required coordination or direct interaction with state and federal agencies.
PREFERENCES
- Engineer In Training (EIT) preferred.
- Knowledge of New Mexico water law will be considered a plus.
- Experience with using Geographic Information Systems (GIS) is preferred.
SCREENING AND COMPLIANCE
The offer of this Bernalillo County position requires compliance with the following:
- Employee must successfully complete the post-offer employment medical examination.
- This position is safety sensitive. Employment is subject to a pre-employment and random drug testing in accordance with all terms and conditions of federal and state rules and regulations regarding alcohol and/or drug testing.
- Comply with the County’s Safety Policy requirements.
- Possess a valid New Mexico driver’s license by employment date and retain a valid NM driver’s license while employed in this position.
- College transcripts must be submitted with application.
WORKING CONDITIONS
- Duties are performed 75% indoor, and 25% outdoors which entails exposure to extremes of weather conditions. Indoor duties are performed in a temperature-controlled environment on an even carpeted or tiled surface.
- Outdoor duties may be performed on both even and uneven surfaces, which may be either wet or dry.
- Surfaces may be inclined or flat, and range from natural undisturbed soil to gravel, asphalt, or concrete.
- May perform duties alone or as part of a group.
- Work hazards or potential work hazards include exposure to noise, vibration, dust, exhaust fumes, mists, and severe weather conditions; driving of vehicles; working in and around heavy equipment; and performing duties on rough terrain.
EQUIPMENT, TOOLS, AND MATERIALS
- Telephone, two-way radio, measuring devices, copy machine, computer, and computer aided design equipment (CAD) are used in performance of duties.
- County vehicle may be used by employee in traveling from site-to-site throughout the County.
- Worker in performance of outdoor duties uses safety vest and hardhat.