Water Resources Supervisor Jobs

Under general direction, coordinates and reviews work related to source water protection, environmental regulatory compliance, and biotic and hydrological modeling and monitoring; trains and evaluates staff; may perform work of subordinate staff and execute assignments in their absence. Engages with other sections of the Department on environmental, water supply and related matters. Represents the Department's position at committees/work groups, troubleshoots reporting and equipment abnormalities, manages databases/modeling, ensures adherence with City and Departmental policies and procedures and permit requirements; and performs other related duties as assigned.

The Water Resources Supervisor is the full supervisory-level classification in the Water Resources series. Responsibilities include planning, organizing, supervising, reviewing, and evaluating the work of Watershed staff. Incumbents are expected to independently perform the most complex analyses and serve as a subject matter expert and advisor, lead the most technically complicated water resource projects and/or programs, and provide administrative and technical support to management. Performance of the work requires the use of considerable independence, initiative, and discretion within established guidelines. This class is distinguished from the Watershed Compliance Manager in that the latter has mid-management responsibility and oversight of the Watershed section.

(May include, but are not limited to, those duties listed below.)
In addition to the duties listed for the Water Resources Analyst position:

• Analyzes hydrologic data provided by Watershed staff to determine appropriate water sources for Production; and makes recommendations to Watershed Compliance Manager.
• Prepares, organizes and maintains comprehensive databases, records and technical reports, correspondence, brochures, posters, and other materials; develops educational materials; compiles statistics; organizes and analyzes data
• Initiates solicitations, including requests for proposals and sole source requests to provide materials and services; coordinates and participates in the evaluation of submittals; negotiates and executes contracts; prepares and submits Council items for contract approval; administers and manages contracts ensuring compliance with all requirements.
• Oversees and supports Watershed section and Departmental Environmental Regulatory Compliance Program by ensuring timeliness of reporting, providing quality assurance and quality controls, and reviewing data collection procedures, data, and analysis methodology; ensures field operations are compliant by completing permits for operations-related projects and overseeing staff permit development work; designs trainings for staff and contractors working in environmentally sensitive areas; and acts as lead on implementation of interdepartmental efforts.
• Provides technical expertise in negotiations with regulatory agencies by ensuring accuracy of data collection and compliance with regulatory processes; presents and defends data and collection processes to regulators; and represents drinking water source protection and special status species protection interests for the Department in the absence of the Watershed Compliance Manager at agency and stakeholder meetings.
• Develops, implements and evaluates goals, objectives, policies and priorities for assigned projects
• Follows safety regulations, policies, and procedures applicable to the assigned work.
• Stays current with, interprets and applies federal, state and local regulations, codes and ordinances such as the Safe Drinking Water Act, , California Fish and Game and Water Codes, California Forest Practice Rules, California Environmental Quality Act, National Environmental Policy Act, State and Federal Endangered Species Acts, and other regulations related to watershed and water resource management.
• Develops and implements monitoring schedule based on Department priorities and considering weather conditions; coordinates with impacted City staff in other sections and Departments; assists staff with the most complex monitoring; and backfills for staff as needed.
• Represents Department position regarding watershed issues and collaboratively engages with committees/work groups, including City staff work groups and the public, and with outside agencies.
• Performs other related duties that may be reasonably expected as part of this classification.
• Designs and implements monitoring procedures, including determining appropriate scientific equipment and training staff on use and maintenance of equipment such as flow meters, steam gages, sediment samplers, and real time telemetry equipment; troubleshoots scientific equipment failures and implements repair or replacement; and provides guidance on new techniques, instruments, and changing regulations.
• Sets priorities for education and outreach programs; provides direction to Watershed staff on content and responsibilities; coordinates program goals with academic partners and troubleshoots areas of concern.
• Oversees and participates in selection of staff; plans and directs staff training; reviews and conducts performance evaluations; resolves or assists in resolving employee issues; and recommends discipline.
• Conducts and coordinates review of County and other projects such as large development projects, policy development, and timber harvest plans for potential impact to drinking water source quality, water rights or other City water resource values.

The minimum qualifications for Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities are the following:
Education and Experience:

• Five (5) years of experience in environmental programs, environmental regulatory compliance programs, conservation planning, natural resource management, or related areas, including one (1) year of lead or supervisory experience.
• Bachelor's degree in environmental science, environmental studies, natural resources management, ecology, hydrology, biology, or a related field; and

• Basic principles of mathematics including algebra, calculus, trigonometry, and statistics.
• Flora, fauna, biological, endangered species, and other natural resources of California, specifically those found in City’s watershed region.
• Hydrology, limnology, chemistry, groundwater, and field biology monitoring techniques.
• Office practices, methods and equipment, including using a computer for word processing, spreadsheets, and databases.
• Principles, practices, concepts, and standards of water resources management, natural resource management, environmental regulatory compliance, planning, hydrology, biology, botany, and/or general environmental sciences.
• General principles, methods, and terminology of chemical, biological, and bacteriological testing commonly performed for water/wastewater and soil analyses.
• Principles and practices of program development, administration, and evaluation.
• Use and application of Geographical Information Systems (G.I.S.).
• Nonpoint source water pollution and erosion control/sedimentation best management practices.
• Principles and practices of supervision and training.
• Applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations.
• Methods and techniques for record keeping and report preparation and writing.
• Methods of scientific research, quantitative and qualitative analyses, and reporting.

• Understand, interpret, and successfully communicate both orally and in writing, pertinent department policies and procedures.
• Inspect the work of others and maintain established quality control standards.
• Write and compile effective technical and administrative reports.
• Negotiate and administer contracts.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with representatives of community organizations, private landowners, state and local agencies and associations, City staff and the public.
• Interpret, apply, explain, and ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local policies, procedures, laws, and regulations, and City water resources policies and procedures.
• Act as a technical advisor to and effectively communicate with departmental managers and staff.
• Assist with budget development and monitoring.
• Develop and maintain specialized computer software and databases for gathering and analyzing hydrologic data.
• Train others in work procedures.
• Research and analyze technical, legal, and environmental issues, and take or recommend appropriate actions.
• Write grant proposals and administer grants.
• Effectively engage with other sections of the Department on water supply, environmental and other related efforts.
• Plan, organize, and direct work of assigned staff.
• Develop and implement policies, procedures, and goals for assigned areas of responsibility.
• Adjust standard operating procedures to improve effectiveness and comply with regulatory changes as appropriate.
• Observe safety principles and work in a safe manner; train others to observe standard safety procedures and be aware of occupational hazards.
• Collaboratively solve problems.
• Participate in the establishment of section, division, and/or department goals, objectives and methods for evaluating achievement and performance levels.

• Possession and continued maintenance of a valid California Class C driver’s license.

• Willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends, as assigned.
• Willingness to attend off-site meetings and training sessions, such as scientific conferences, professional workshops, public meetings and related events.

• Water Resources Supervisor
• Watershed Compliance Manager, Management Analyst, Associate Planner I/II
• Water Resources Analyst I/II
• Deputy Director - Operations

Classification No.: 371
Date of Issue: 6/19
Review: 12/21