Deputy Director Water Resources

Salary Range: $131,700 - $184,400

Benefits: This position is benefits eligible. Please view our benefits guide here.

The Deputy Director for Water Resources is responsible for both ongoing water resource programs and implementation of the Integrated Water Resources Plan, protection of Greeley Water Rights and leading strategic water resources initiatives. Ongoing source water management and operations, water resource administration and state reporting, conservation programs, non-potable raw water system operations, dich company relations, regional water resource stake holding, Colorado River monitoring, and watershed health are all under the direction of the Water Resources Deputy Director.

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, environmental engineering, water resources, agricultural economics or related field from an accredited college or university
• Six (6) years of experience in water resources administration, planning and development including experience in complex negotiations, conflict management & resolution strategies, and experience with Colorado Water Law. 

OR

• Possession of any equivalent combination of education, training, or experience

AND

• Valid Colorado driver license and good driving record

• Three (3) or more years of experience in water resource planning and management experience for a municipal water system
• One (1) or more years of experience with water rights in the Poudre and Big Thompson River basins
• Two (2) or more years of experience in the acquisition, purchase and sale of water rights in Colorado

• Skills to communicate effectively verbally and by telephone, text and virtual meeting tools
• Skills in effective situational leadership and time management
• Ability to communicate complex concepts in writing, and ability to write to the specific intended audience. 
• Ability to develop and implement policies in a clear and understandable manner
• Ability to develop relationships with people and agencies that will enhance the water resource function
• Ability to perform detailed analysis of available water resources and coordinate with projected needs
• Ability to evaluate organizational activities and make recommendations based upon critical analysis
• Ability to comprehend and make inferences from written material
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with community, employees, and other agencies
• Ability to coordinate and direct the activities of professional, technical, and administrative support staff
• Ability to negotiate, coordinate, and administer a variety of agreements for a variety of consulting services
• Skill in integrating and synthesizing others’ viewpoints to build alignment of diverse perspectives to achieve results
• Skill in public speaking and public relations methods to convey, persuade, negotiate, and mediate issues
• Skill in interpreting oral, written, mathematical and technical information and data dealing with complex abstract and concrete variables to identify, analyze, and solve practical management problems of considerable difficulty such as prioritization of citywide initiatives, programs, and processes
• Skill with systems thinking to see interdependent relationships and recognize multiple causes and effects of community issues, to anticipate the consequences of policy decisions, and to community and organizational resources
• Skills with cultural competence to effectively interact, work, and develop meaningful relationships with people of diverse identities, perspectives, and cultural backgrounds
• Ability to develop and implement Citywide goals, policies, and strategic plans
• Ability to assess current programs and practices for equitable outcomes
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with businesses, financial institutions, coworkers, department heads, officials, customers, regulatory agencies, and the public
• Ability to use an equity lens and framework to create inclusive, diverse, and safe workplaces and community programs
• Ability to assess alternatives in terms of their financial, revenue, social, environmental, and strategic advantages and disadvantages and propose solutions
• Ability to become community-oriented and have experience working as an advocate for different groups by bridging the gap between the City's communications and the communities most impacted 
• Ability to demonstrate commitment to excellence and continuous improvement that is reflective, innovative, measured, and data based

• Approximately 15% travel is required, almost all of which is in NorCO within the Greeley water system

• Develops, implements, and monitors budget, goals, and objectives, which includes decisions and commitments that involve large expenditures of funds and have significant impact not only on the City organization but also on the community as a whole;
• Prioritizes, guides, coordinates, performs and reviews technical research
• Leads, coaches and develops a team of engaged and high performing supervisors and managers 
• Develops a healthy and committed organizational culture of leadership
• Develops, collaborates, and defines work programs that lead to operational excellence, including the implementation of performance metrics and measurements of program success.
• Directs and provides management support for all assigned divisions
• Supports the development of SMART goals for all water resource team members and monitor the teams use of goals through the performance review process. 
• Applies principles, techniques, theories, and methods of public administration by using broad statements of program objectives, government regulations, and City operating practices and policies
• Develops new programs and concepts thorough extensive analysis and interpretations of previously unevaluated facts
• Maintains frequent contact with City administrative staff, officials, organization representatives, other governmental agencies, and non-City personnel to give and obtain information and gain concurrence and cooperation
• Works effectively with other professionals, contractors, property owners, and the general public
• Resolves concerns, issues, or disputes among water operations teams.
• Plans, schedules, assigns, and supervises the work of subordinates.
• Evaluates performance and provides leadership and training opportunities in a manner conducive to full performance and high morale.
• Prepares and monitors program operational budget and review capital improvement project budgets.
• Interacts with City employees and the public in a timely, accurate and effective manner.
• Works collaboratively with the Water & Sewer Senior Management Team to develop and guide organizational culture, and to update strategic planning to meet the regulation and the organization’s needs.
• Performs other duties, as assigned. 

• Organize, prioritize and delegate assignments to team members
• Hire, train, motivate, coach and develop employees
• Evaluate employee performance and aide in SMART goals setting
• Hold employees accountable for assigned task and goals
• Provide timely and constructive feedback
• Provide training opportunities with a focus on employee development
• Resolve conflicts and complaints
• Analyze information and processes and develop more effective or efficient processes
• Establish and achieve business and financial objectives
• Ensure compliance with safety procedures

Work Environment: 

• Employee is subject to working alone, with groups, facilitating conflict resolution and/or attending meetings
• May be required to conduct business in alternate locations within City buildings or field sites, sometimes in formal settings
• May be required to work extended hours in the evening, holidays, or weekends in response to emergencies or in support of project deadlines. 
• Frequent interruptions and be required to manage competing priorities with inflexible deadlines
• Frequent participation in meetings
• Frequent contact occurs with employees and the public, in person and on the telephone
• Frequently is required to sit and talk or hear customers
• Ability to manage competing priorities with frequent interruptions and an expected high level of accuracy in work is expected
• Work is safe, having minimal hazards that are typically found in a general office environment where there is rarely little or no exposure to injury or accident

Physical Requirements:

• Vision enough to read maps, layouts, water documents and other visual aids; and to interpret computer screens and complete work assignments; specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus
• Manual dexterity to operate a personal computer and related equipment
• Mobility enough to access water resource measurements in rough terrain such as farm/fields/ditch banks
• Hearing and speech enough to communicate with other agencies, water users, developers, City administrative staff, contractors, property owners, Division staff, and the general public
• Mobility to inspect work sites for compliance with plans and specifications

EOE Statement: The City of Greeley provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

ADA Statement: We are committed to an inclusive and barrier-free search process, and will provide accommodation, as needed, to those who request assistance through the ADA Coordinator at HR@Greeleygov.com..

Conditions of Employment: The City of Greeley is an at-will employer. Employees and the City may terminate employment at any time for any or no reason. Candidates must successfully complete all pre-employment screenings and employment eligibility verification. Pre-employment screenings include a drug test, a background and national sex offender search, a motor vehicle record search, and for some positions, a physical demands evaluation. For more information about City policies and practices during the recruitment process, including but not limited to EOE, Reasonable Accommodation, and pre-employment screenings, please visit our career page 

Salary : $131,700 - $184,400