Water Replenishment District

Role Description Under general direction, performs a variety of professional, technical, analytical, and planning functions; creates and maintains reports and datasets, prepares technical memos and reports, assists with project planning in connection with department work processes; provides coordination across multiple departments and performs related duties as assigned. Associate Planner is a journey-level professional classification responsible for a range of performing professional, technical, analytical, and planning assignments with a degree of independence. Position reflects duties more advanced than Assistant Planner, but not as complex as those performed by a Water Resources Planner. An incumbent is expected to carry out their responsibilities with initiative, sound judgment and problem-solving skills, coordinating planning and analytical tasks, and contribute to program and policy development. Assignments may include complex data sets, grant tracking, project coordination, preparation of technical materials, and analysis that informs District operations, Watermaster administrative activities, and groundwater management decisions. Essential Duties and Responsibilities - Review, organize, maintain, and analyze data sets related to District operations, including groundwater production, storage, facility operations, and resource planning. - Assist in the administration of Watermaster duties, including tracking and analyzing monthly pumping, leases, sales, and storage applications and projects; preparation of annual reports and professional meetings. - Perform water resource and policy analysis, preparing technical memorandum, planning documents, and summarizing findings/recommendations. - Support the development of planning documents, feasibility studies, and program assessments through data gathering, analysis, and coordination with internal and external stakeholders. - Prepare staff reports, summaries, and written communication for a variety of technical and policy topics. - Conduct financial, statistical, and comparative analysis, including developing cost estimates to support project budgets. - Track local, state, and federal grants, and relevant legislation; assist in the preparation of grant applications, compliance materials, and budget documentation. - Plan, coordinate and schedule project activities, identifying appropriate methodologies, task allocations, and timelines. - Prepare professional presentations, slides, charts, figures, and graphics for internal meetings, Board committees, public events, and stakeholder engagement. - Represent the District at local, state and federal professional meetings, workshops, and stakeholder events in a professional and informed manner. - Assist in developing recommendations for changes in policy, procedures, work methods, or budgeting and perform special projects as assigned. Qualifications - Knowledge of principles and practices of administrative, organizational, and technical analysis. - Water resources planning concepts, groundwater management fundamentals, and Watermaster administration (knowledge may be expanded on the job). - Public administration practices, governmental procedures, and regulatory frameworks. - Standard business computer applications, including spreadsheets, databases, and presentation software. - Techniques for preparing charts, graphics, planning visuals, and professional reports. - Standard office procedures and practices. Requirements - Analyze and evaluate datasets, policy issues, and operational information; make sound recommendations. - Organize work assignments, set priorities, manage multiple tasks, and meet deadlines. - Prepare clear, concise and comprehensive reports and other written materials. - Communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing. - Exercise tact, diplomacy, and sound independent judgment when dealing with sensitive or complex issues. - Interpret and apply applicable regulations, policies, and procedures. - Work effectively with District management, employees, representatives of other governmental agencies, consultants and stakeholders. - Represent the District in meetings and professional settings. Application and Selection Process To be considered for this opportunity, please complete the application for this position located at www.governmentjobs.com/careers/wrd . Incomplete submissions may result in disqualification. The most qualified applicants will be invited to participate further in the screening process, which may include a panel interview and a written exam. Final candidates must be able to prove their ability to work legally in the U.S., pass a background check, and a physical exam. The District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.