Water Resource Planner
About The Position
Develop watershed-based planning documents, drought management strategies, technical analyses, and policy support materials to advance sustainable water resource management. The role supports implementation of applicable water law, regulatory requirements, and the federally recognized Water Settlement Agreement to which the Choctaw Nation is a party. The position reports to the Water Resources Planner and is scheduled Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The Water Resource Planner conducts and analyzes data, identifies data gaps and sustainable approaches to water-related deficiencies, and develops planning documents and reports for leadership, communities, and other stakeholders. The role includes developing long-term and alternative water-source supply plans, identifying grant and funding opportunities, building relationships with agencies and local organizations, assessing community resource needs, providing presentations and outreach, and participating in professional networking and conferences. The position also assists the Director of Water Resources with mentorship, guidance, and training for multidisciplinary staff.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science degree and two years of relevant experience, or six years of relevant experience in lieu of education.
- Ability to identify data gaps, conduct analyses, and compose comprehensive documents.
- At least one year of experience with scientific protocols, scientific reports, public speaking, gap identification, and Geographic Information System (GIS) software.
- At least one year of experience in urban or city planning, public works, and resource assessment and planning.
- Three years of experience in water resource planning, data analysis, technical report development, and environmental project management.
- Knowledge of federal and state water law, policies, and regulations.
Responsibilities
- Conduct data collection and analysis, identify data shortages and water-related deficiencies, and develop sustainable pathways and comprehensive analyses to guide implementation of recommended actions.
- Identify grant and funding opportunities for water planning, environmental and economic sustainability, and improvement.
- Interpret technical and non-technical reports and prepare water resource planning documents, comprehensive reports, and other materials; present findings to leadership, communities, and partners.
- Develop long-term planning documents, alternative water-source supply plans, and concise technical and non-technical documents.
- Maintain professional working relationships with communities, towns, organizations, state and federal agencies, and other partners to understand community, environmental, and economic needs.
- Assess local resource needs that could improve quality of life for tribal and non-tribal citizens.
- Collaborate with project managers to coordinate funding and grant opportunities related to water planning, economic development, and sustainability.
- Attend and participate in networking and conference opportunities to learn current practices for addressing environmental issues.
- Provide presentations to community leaders and partners on environmental, economic, and rural and urban development topics.
- Provide outreach to communities regarding environmental, economic, rural, and urban development benefits under the Water Settlement Agreement.
- Assist the Director of Water Resources with mentorship, guidance, and training for multidisciplinary staff.
- Perform other duties or tasks as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
