Water Resources Engineer / Water Resources Project Manager

Water Resources Engineer

Salary Range: $77,001.60 - $107,827.20, Annually, DOQ/E

The Town of Castle Rock's future and the quality of that depend on the choices we make today. Do you want to be part of a team that make decisions that work now while preserving and protecting Castle Rock's identity and quality of life for the future? We value teamwork, cooperation, and quality communication. We strive to provide exceptional public service to our customers and encourage creativity and innovation. We welcome all that share those values to apply. Working for the Town of Castle Rock includes:

• The opportunity to make a difference in our community
• Career Advancement Programs
• Employee well-being program
• Competitive total compensation with an excellent benefits package
• Free membership to the MAC or Recreation Center
• This position may be eligible for 80 hours of personal time dependent on education, training, and experience

About Castle Rock Water: You can't live without water, and Castle Rock Water can't function without great employees. We're on the lookout for talented individuals who are seeking a place to be valued and make a difference. Castle Rock Water provides drinking water, sanitary sewer, and storm drainage systems for the Town of Castle Rock's more than 80,000 residents and businesses. The Town is one of the fastest-growing and most sought-after communities in Colorado and it's consistently ranked among the best and safest places to live in the State. Castle Rock Water is a national leader in the water industry, recently expanding its infrastructure to accommodate reuse water, implementing progressive conservation measures and implementing legacy stormwater projects. Whether managing water treatment at the award-winning plant, maintaining the $730 million in infrastructure, or ensuring and protecting long-term water, Castle Rock Water has many opportunities available to learn and grow with the organization.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Performs hydrologic, hydrogeologic, and water supply analyses to support long-term planning, drought resiliency, and operational decision-making; interprets data and applies engineering principles to evaluate aquifer and system performance.
• Assists in the evaluation and management of the Town's integrated water supply portfolio, including groundwater, renewable supplies, and reuse systems; supports analysis used to inform water supply planning and implementation strategies.
• Applies engineering and technical principles to support water resources infrastructure projects, including well siting, drilling, testing, equipping, rehabilitation, and replacement; aquifer storage and recovery (ASR) systems; raw water conveyance systems; pumping systems; transmission pipelines; and diversion structures.
• Supports the design and construction of water resources Capital Improvement Projects (CIP); coordinates with project managers, consultants, contractors, and Town staff to assist in project execution, compliance, and documentation.
• Develops, maintains, and utilizes data systems, databases, and analytical tools to monitor groundwater levels, evaluate aquifer performance, and support data-driven planning and decision-making.
• May oversee or provide technical direction for field data collection, monitoring, and coordination activities performed by support staff.
• Assists in the implementation and administration of water rights, including coordination with legal counsel and regulatory agencies; applies understanding of augmentation plans, exchanges, storage, and water rights decrees.
• Prepares technical memoranda, reports, mapping, and presentations; communicates technical information clearly to internal staff, leadership, boards, and the public.
• Reviews engineering plans, technical reports, and development submittals for compliance with Town standards, regulatory requirements, and consistency with water resources planning objectives.
• Coordinates with internal departments, developers, consultants, contractors, and regulatory agencies; supports resolution of technical issues related to water resources planning, permitting, and infrastructure.
• Supports long-range planning efforts, including water resources master planning and utility system planning; evaluates infrastructure needs to support growth, development, and operational requirements.
• Responds to internal and external inquiries regarding water resources systems, projects, and water rights; provides accurate technical information and assists in issue resolution.
• Provides technical support to operations staff; evaluates system performance and provides recommendations related to infrastructure, system optimization, and timing of water supply use.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

CUSTOMER SERVICE/COMMUNICATION:

• External contacts may include regulatory agencies such as the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Colorado Water Conservation Board (CWCB), Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE), Colorado Division of Water Resources (State Engineer's Office), South Metro Water Supply Authority, partner agencies, consultants, contractors, and regional stakeholders.
• Responds to phone and email inquiries from internal and external stakeholders regarding water resources projects, well permitting, water rights, river conditions, Capital Improvement Projects (CIP), historic well data, and other utility-related matters.
• Provides technical input and recommendations to support resolution of issues related to water resources planning, well programs, and infrastructure. Assists operations staff in evaluating and addressing water supply system concerns.
• Work is performed under general supervision within established policies and procedures. Exercises judgment in applying technical knowledge and interpreting data. Work products are reviewed by a supervisor for accuracy, completeness, and attainment of objectives.

Minimum Qualifications:

An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.

Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Hydrology, Hydrogeology, Geology, Environmental Science or a related field.

Experience: Experience in water resources engineering, hydrology, or a related field; or a combination of education, training, and experience. Licenses and/or Certifications Required:

• A valid Colorado driver's license

Preferred Qualifications:

• Engineer Intern (EI), Hydrologist-in-Training (HIT), or Geologist-in-Training (GIT). Selected candidate may be required to earn one of the certifications within a reasonable time frame.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of water resources engineering principles, including groundwater systems, surface hydrology, hydrogeology, and water supply planning.
• Working knowledge of aquifer systems, including Denver Basin groundwater, and familiarity with surface water systems, conveyance, and pumping infrastructure.
• Basic understanding of Colorado water law and water rights, including nontributary and tributary systems, augmentation, exchanges, storage, and related reporting requirements.
• Ability to perform and interpret hydrologic and hydrogeologic analyses and apply results to planning, design, and operational decision-making.
• Ability to support planning, design, and implementation of water resources infrastructure and Capital Improvement Projects (CIP).
• Ability to learn and apply knowledge of the Town's water supply portfolio, infrastructure systems, water rights obligations, and operational needs.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, work independently on assigned tasks, and contribute to technical problem-solving.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, consultants, developers, regulatory agencies, and the public.
• Working knowledge of standard engineering and office software, including Microsoft Office and Geographic Information Systems (GIS), and experience or familiarity with water resources modeling tools such as GoldSim.
• Knowledge of applicable standards and regulations, including AWWA standards, Public Works requirements, and the Town of Castle Rock Municipal Code.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey technical information to a variety of audiences.