North Dakota Department of Water Resources · 8 hours ago
Water Resource Engineer Manager (Water Management & Administration Manager)
Bismarck, ND
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$7,652/mo - $8,978/mo
4+ years expThe North Dakota Department of Water Resources is dedicated to managing the state's water needs and risks. They are seeking a Water Resource Engineer Manager to oversee the Regulatory Division's Water Management and Administration duties, providing direction and support to staff in processing drainage permit applications and representing the department in legal matters.
Government Administration
No H1B
Hiring Manager
Missy Schmidt
Responsibilities
Provide direction and oversight to staff for the processing of drainage permit applications
Oversee a water resource engineer, a resource program specialist, and a technical specialist in the timely processing and workload development of permit applications, determinations, complaints, appeals, and technical assistance
Oversee the administration of the Division’s data entry and database management responsibilities through managed staff, coordinating across all Division staff for consistent procedures and policies
Manage and track review timelines and support
Testify and represent the Department in legal matters concerning the functions of the section. This individual will also represent the Department in providing testimony to the North Dakota legislature as directed
Review the work of staff for consistency and applicable methods of processing
Process emergency drain applications in abbreviated timeframes
Assist the public and local entities in understanding the drainage permitting process
Attend meetings with other Department staff to support and advise in the permitting process
Address appeals of regulatory decisions made by water resource districts
Direct staff responses to complaints from the public regarding the existence of unauthorized drainage projects, which may require field investigations, meeting with the parties involved, and consulting with other agencies
Review, advise, and implement code and policy improvements
Represent the division director, in their absence, at applicable public meetings
Qualification
Required
Requires a bachelor's degree in the field of Engineering or a field related to the requirements of the position
A minimum of 3 years of relevant administrative engineering or supervisory experience or comparable professional experience
A minimum of 4 years of relevant experience in surface water hydrology and hydraulics or comparable professional experience
Registered as a Professional Engineer (PE) in the State of North Dakota
PE registration in another state with ability to register in North Dakota within three months will also be considered
Demonstrated proficiency in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) applications and tools
Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills
Strong database management and organizational skills
Attention to detail and willingness to work as part of a team
Must be able and willing to travel as necessary
Preferred
A bachelor's degree in civil or water resources engineering
Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM)
Working knowledge of the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP)
Two years of professional experience working in a regulatory capacity
Proven ability to lead and manage teams
Skilled in public speaking and delivering presentations
Experience working with various levels of government
Benefits
Fully paid family health insurance plan
Paid annual and sick leave
Excellent retirement plan options
Volunteer insurance options
A flexible work schedule
Company
North Dakota Department of Water Resources
The Department of Water Resources is a state agency that is responsible for various water management and development efforts in North Dakota.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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Missy Schmidt
Human Resources Business Partner
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