WESA · 2 days ago
Water Resources Manager
WESA is seeking a Water Resources Manager to lead the water resources department, focusing on planning, engineering, and quality management. The successful candidate will manage staff, improve productivity, and ensure compliance with various water management regulations.
Responsibilities
Plan, organize, oversee, coordinate, and manage the work of staff involved in the water resources department including water resources planning, water systems engineering, water quality/laboratory, and wastewater systems engineering
Manages the effective use of resources to improve organizational productivity and customer service
Provides complex and responsible support to assigned department director in areas of expertise
Perform related duties as assigned
Show working knowledge of the District’s water, sewer, RW master plan, Integrated Resources Plan, SNMP, Max Benefit, GSP, TMDL, and LEAMS programs
Evaluate and be able to support well rehab and the well replacement program
Represent the District at regional and interagency working group for Santa Ana Watershed Project Authority, GSA, and Meeks and Daley assets
Collaborate with Engineering and Operations to align Well Rehabilitation/Replacement Program outcomes with long-range capital planning
Develop internal performance and compliance tracking tools (e.g., dashboards or status reports) for regulatory milestones, water supply reliability, and project performance
Develop a water resources training matrix or knowledge transfer plan to improve organizational resilience
Qualification
Required
Professional Engineer (PE) license or Professional Hydrogeologist (PHG) in the State of California
Possession of a valid California Class C driver's license, to be maintained throughout employment
In-depth understanding of California Water Code, CEQA, SGMA, Urban Water Management Plans, and Clean Water Act requirements
Knowledge of surface and groundwater systems, distribution networks, treatment processes, and storage facilities
Experience with integrated regional water management (IRWM), drought contingency planning, recycled water, and sustainability planning
Familiarity with climate adaptation and long-range supply and demand forecasting
Ability to lead interdisciplinary teams, work with engineers, planners, and legal staff, and represent the agency in regional forums
Ability to adapt to changing regulations, climatic conditions, and emerging technologies in water management and policy
Minimum 7–10 years of progressively responsible experience in water resources planning, water/wastewater engineering, or water quality management
Minimum of 5 years in a supervisory or managerial role, leading cross-functional teams in water resources projects
Experience in water resources with hands-on experience leading water supply planning, water rights administration, groundwater management, and regulatory compliance issues
Experience in the development of technical plans including groundwater sustainability plans, water distribution system master plans, wastewater collection system master plans, recycled water master plans, integrated water resource plans, and water supply assessments
Experience in distribution, collection systems, and groundwater hydraulics including hands-on experience with hydraulic and groundwater models
Experience in collaborating with local, state, and federal regulators on issues pertaining to the water and the wastewater industry
Company
WESA
WESA was established as a joint powers authority between the Elsinore Valley Municipal Water District (EVMWD) and Meeks and Daley Mutual Water Company (Meeks & Daley) in western Riverside County, California.
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase