Water Rights Network Manager - Salt Lake, United States - State of Utah

    State of Utah
    State of Utah Salt Lake, United States

    4 weeks ago

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    Salary: $ $68.44 Hourly

    Location : Salt Lake County, UT

    Job Type: Full Time

    Job Number: 41228

    Agency: 560 Department of Natural Resources

    Unit: 7500 DNR WRT ADJUDICATION

    Opening Date: 04/24/2024

    Closing Date: 5/8/2024 11:59 PM Mountain

    FLSA: Exempt

    Recruiter: Christa Rowland,

    # of Openings: 1

    Location: 1594 W North TempleSalt Lake City, Utah

    Schedule Code: AX - Employees in supervisory positions - This is a career service exempt at will position.

    Benefits: This position is eligible for a full benefits package. See benefits tab below for details.

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    EEO Statement: The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, dial 711 or TTY:

    Job Description

    Job Title: Water Rights Network Manager
    Job Description:
    This is a senior level position in the Data Services Section of the Utah Division of Water Rights. Working with the Assistant State Engineer, the Engineering Manager is responsible for administering a statewide water rights-related program. Using a broad base of water-related experience, the incumbent performs program operation tasks and coordinates the work of other employees. The incumbent serves as a chief advisor to the State Engineer and/or the Assistant State Engineer in matters related to their program. The incumbent assists in the development and implementation of program policies including helping in the preparation and presentation of internal training. The Engineering Manager directly manages between three and eight engineers and other staff.

    Principal Duties:
    • Help develop and implement internal policies and procedures.
    • Develop and implement training events and material in consultation with section and division management.
    • Attend presentations and make public presentations.
    • Compose written reports and prepare calculations.
    • Conduct performance evaluations, review time cards, and lead recruitment efforts.
    • Evaluate statewide water right uses and prepare depletion reports.
    Ideal Candidate:
    • Experience leading a team.
    • Ability to research complex problems and find creative solutions.
    • A working knowledge of Utah water rights and hydrology.
    • A Utah Professional Engineering License.
    Why You Should Join Our Team:
    As one of the oldest state agencies in Utah, the State Engineer's Office (Division of Water Rights) has a long history of playing a critical role in the management of the state's water resources. Water users rely on the expertise of the division to provide order and certainty in water rights administration. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to help people understand water rights, work in a challenging profession that has a meaningful impact, and shape the future of the state's most valuable resource.

    The Agency:
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    Typical Qualifications

    Minimum Qualifications:
    • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering.
    • Dedication to positive and supportive staff management principles.
    • Ability to work independently and inspire others to achieve.
    • Ability to research and analyze complex information and data to draw conclusions and make recommendations.
    • Utah Professional Engineering License.
    Preferred Qualifications:
    • Working knowledge of Utah water rights principles and statutes.
    • Working knowledge of Division of Water Rights policies and procedures.
    • Working knowledge of general hydrologic principles.
    • Working knowledge of major hydrologic features in Utah.
    Supplemental Information
    • Must be licensed as a professional engineer in accordance with the provisions of Utah Code Annotated 58-22.
    • Risks found in the typical office setting, which is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated, e.g., safe use of office equipment, avoiding trips and falls, observing fire regulations, etc.
    • Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying light items; driving an automobile, etc. Special physical demands are not required to perform the work.
    Benefits:
    The State of Utah offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for a detailed information page: To access a Total Compensation Calculator in Excel format click

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    Do you have a bachelor's degree, or higher, in Civil Engineering, Civil and Environmental Engineering or another EAC/ABET accredited engineering degree?
    • Yes
    • No
    02

    Have you passed the PE (Principles and Practice of Engineering) exam?
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    • No
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    Do you have experience supervising staff including performance evaluations and recruitment proceedings?
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    • No
    04

    Do you have any knowledge and expertise working with Utah water law?
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    Do you have experience quantifying evapotranspiration for irrigated land?
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    Do you have experience making public presentations, both in-person and electronically (i.e. Zoom or Google Meet)
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    Excluding academic experiences, how many years of work experience have you completed where your duties included researching/working with Utah water rights?
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