Assistant Water Director

City of Bakersfield • Bakersfield, CA

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About The Position

Under administrative direction of the Water Director, the Assistant Water Director plans and directs the operation, maintenance, and improvement of the City's Agricultural and Domestic Water Division of the Water Resources Department and related activities. The position is responsible for the day-to-day operation of the City's Agricultural and Domestic Water Divisions and represents the City in dealings with agencies and other water interests. The role also performs other work as required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Engineering, Business or Public Administration, or a related field, and five years of progressively responsible experience directing agricultural and domestic water resources or other related managerial experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the capabilities to perform the duties.
• Valid California Class C driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

• Registration as a Professional Civil Engineer.

Responsibilities

• Plan and direct the operation, maintenance, and improvement of the City's Agricultural and Domestic Water Division and related activities.
• Oversee day-to-day operations of the City's Agricultural and Domestic Water Divisions of the Water Resources Department.
• Represent the City in contacts with federal, state, county, and local agencies on water supply, water quality, water rights, environmental matters, weed control, safety, and other concerns of agricultural and domestic water users.
• Maintain the integrity of the City's ownership of Kern River water rights.
• Negotiate water sales and water exchanges to promote maximum cash flow.
• Negotiate the City's position with other Kern River interests regarding Kern River operations.
• Coordinate the City's agricultural and domestic water operations with other local agencies.
• Assign and prepare special reports.
• Perform other work as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager