DEPT OF WATER RESOURCES

The mission of the Arizona Department of Water Resources (ADWR) is to safeguard the health, safety, and economic welfare of the public by protecting, conserving, and enhancing Arizona's water supplies in a bold, thoughtful and innovative manner.

ADWR is seeking qualified candidates for two Active Management Area Directors

 

Active Management Directors

Statewide AMA Section

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Job Location:

Address:  Hybrid - 1110 W. Washington St. Suite #310

Phoenix, AZ 85007

Posting Details:

Salary: $80,000-$100,000

 Grade: 27

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Recruiting for two positions

Please submit a cover letter describing your interest in the position and how you are suited to the role

Job Summary:

The AMA Directors oversee the teams responsible for the administration of established Active Management Areas (AMAs) and Irrigation Non-Expansion Areas (INAs) and for the establishment of new AMAs and INAs, including the issuance and administration of water rights; annual reporting and conservation programs; and the development, promulgation and adoption of management goals and plans.  They are also responsible for data management, data compilation, queries, analysis, GIS mapping, and reports in support of AMA processes and agency priorities, including policy analysis and development. The section provides technical support to municipal, industrial, and agricultural water users in the regulated areas and to internal and external stakeholders.

The ideal candidate shall have a high degree of managerial ability and experience in meeting strategic goals and shall possess the ability to build regional partnerships and develop consensus-based programs and strategies. Experience in policy, planning, and regulation is preferred. This position requires possession and retention of a current, valid state-issued driver’s license.

This position may offer the ability to work remotely within Arizona based on the department's business needs and a continual meeting of expected performance measures. A minimum of two days on-site at the ADWR office is required.

The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, and commissions, many State employees participate in the State’s Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.

Job Duties:

AMA Directors coordinate closely to guide the collaboration and cross-training of the AMA teams to meet the section's strategic goals and objectives.  Work with agency leadership, legal division, legislative team, and other stakeholders to achieve agency priorities.  Assist in the evaluation and development of policy recommendations and compliance actions. 

Manage and develop professional staff in leadership roles within the AMA Section; ensure procedures/techniques to be used, quality of results expected and projected timelines, goals, and objectives are met; provide technical guidance and oversight; and ensure all relevant statutes, rules, policies, and procedures are followed.  Represent the Department in internal and external meetings.

Participate in complex interdepartmental projects that require multi-disciplinary expertise and drafting and reviewing written letters and written and oral reports. This includes investigating and resolving water resource management issues of a complex, sensitive, and visible nature and preparation of reports with recommendations that may impact multiple water resource management program areas.

The successful candidates will have strong managerial experience and the ability to foster an environment in which diverse professionals work collaboratively to achieve strategic goals. The preferred candidates will have data analysis skills and a background in water policy, regulation, water use data, and data analysis.

Other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):

Knowledge of:

• Supervisory, training, and management techniques
• Public policy management and