Water Resource Analyst

Requisition ID: 17141

 

Join us in building a better future for Arizona!

SRP is one of the largest public power and water utilities in the U.S. providing electricity to approximately one million customers in the greater metropolitan Phoenix area. Since its founding in 1903, SRP has fostered a culture of stewardship and customer service consistently ranking as an industry leader in customer service according to J.D. Power and named one of Arizona's best employers by Forbes. SRP continues to adapt to its changing business environment by seeking innovative ways to reimagine utility service and the provision of critical resources essential to the life and economy of Arizona.

 

Why Work at SRP

SRP's success is rooted in our employees' happiness, health, and safety. That's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package to meet the needs of our employees and enhance their well-being. In addition to competitive pay and performance incentives, eligible employees can take advantage of the following benefits:

• Pension Plan (at no cost to the employee)
• 401(k) plan with employer matching
• Available your first day: Medical, vision, dental, and life insurance
• Over 200+ hours of PTO (includes vacation days, holidays, floating holidays, and sick leave)
• Parental leave (up to 4 weeks) and adoption assistance
• Wellness programs (including access to a recreation and fitness facility)
• Short and long-term disability plans
• Tuition assistance for both undergraduate and graduate programs
• 10 Employee Resource Groups for career development, community service, and networking

 

Summary

Provides oversight, planning, and operational and maintenance services to manage SRP’s groundwater recharge program along with providing technical support on SRP hydrogeologic-related studies and activities.

Responsible for budgets, schedules, and management of water resource initiatives. Requires confidentiality, ability to foster relationships with internal and external stakeholders, and capacity to develop and maintain contacts with suppliers and service providers.  Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills and be able to present complex hydrogeologic and operational information to broad audiences, including upper management.

***Must be able to adjust hours on short notice to accommodate rush projects and field activities.***

***Occasional travel to professional meetings may be required.***

What You'll Do

• Coordinates and oversees all phases of SRP’s groundwater recharge programs including permitting, operating, and maintaining facilities.  
• Responsible for budgets, invoices, schedules, and management of water resource initiatives and SRP’s recharge projects. 
• Supports joint groundwater planning and recharge activities with other entities. 
• Assists with the administration and oversight of work performed by consultants and others. 
• Assists with SRP's involvement in regional water resource planning activities.  Applies water resource expertise to develop recommendations that align with SRP’s business strategies. 
• Prepares and conducts written and oral reports and presentations for wide and varied audiences. 
• Provides critical review of technical reports, policies, and information to support responses to legal or regulatory issues. 
• Collects field data and closely monitors recharge facility basin utilization and basin infiltration rates.  Develops proactive recharge facility maintenance plans using data-driven strategies and performance metrics. 

What It Takes To Succeed

• Must be able to adjust hours on short notice to accommodate rush projects and field activities. 
• Occasional travel to professional meetings may be required. 
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills and be able to present complex hydrogeologic and operational information to broad audiences, including upper management.  

Experience

Promotion to Level 2 requires a minimum of two years experience at Level 1 and demonstrated capability to perform advanced and more difficult work as determined by the supervisor. Promotion to Senior Level requires a minimum of 3 years experience at Level 2, is fully competent in all aspects of functional area of assignment and as such would be recognized as a specialist in area of assignment and may have periodic or occasional lead responsibilities.

Education

Completion of a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution that prepares the employee for the assignment.

 

Hybrid Workplace

SRP currently offers a hybrid workplace, which allows employees whose jobs can be performed remotely, and who have sufficient technical capability, to telework up to three days per week