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Assistant Water Resources Specialist I/II

Salary

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Location

CA, CA

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

01941-E

Division

Water Supply

Unit

Water Supply Planning and Conservation

Opening Date

11/06/2025

Closing Date

11/16/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

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Description

Assistant Water Resources Specialist I: $112,985.60 - $144,539.20 Annually

Assistant Water Resources Specialist II: $124,696.00 - $159,619.20 Annually

Overview:

The Water Supply Planning team is responsible for Valley Water’s long-range water supply planning to ensure water supply reliability for Santa Clara County, as well as comply with federal and state water supply reporting requirements. The Assistant Water Resources Specialist will perform various technical and administrative assignments to support the analysis, policy development, implementation, and administration of water supply planning efforts and associated plans.

Our Commitment:

We are committed to building and sustaining a working environment where all individuals are respected and valued. We believe every member of our team brings unique perspectives that enhance our ability to serve the public effectively. By fostering a workplace with employees from the communities we serve, we broaden our collective understanding of the world around us and strengthen our mission to equitably provide safe, clean water, natural flood protections, and environmental stewardship.

About Valley Water:

Valley Water is a public agency with an operating and capital budget of $964 million, and over 900 employees. With headquarters in San José, Valley Water provides water supply, enhances streams and watersheds through creek restoration and habitat protection, provides flood protection for homes, schools, businesses and roadways, and partners with other agencies to provide trails and open space for the community.

Key Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

+ Support the development of Valley Water's long-range water supply plans and regulatory compliance reports, including Water Supply Master Plan (WSMP) and annual reporting; Urban Water Management Plan, and Central Valley Project Improvement Act Report.

+ Lead annual updates and reporting to meet federal and state regulatory requirements.

+ Collect and compile retailer water use data and handle data entry and retrieval from Water Supply Planning Database.

+ Research and review relevant studies, policies, and peer agencies’ practices pertaining to water supply planning and present summary and finding to support management needs and planning efforts.

+ Respond to information and data requests from stakeholders and public.

+ Support the preparation of meeting materials (agendas, presentations, notes) for Board and Committee meetings and follow up on action items, as well as outreach efforts.

+ Attend relevant workshops, webinars, and meetings and share notes with unit or Water Supply Division.

+ Analyze data and information to support project evaluation and develop recommendations.

Ideal Candidate's Background Includes:

Applicants whose experience and background best match the ideal experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and education are considered ideal candidates for the position. To determine the top candidates, each applicant will be assessed based on the ideal candidate criteria as listed below.

Ideal Experience:

Assistant Water Resources Specialist Level I: One year of professional level experience with responsibility for water supply planning, water resources management, environmental planning, or hydrology.

Assistant Water Resources Specialist Level II: Three years of professional level experience with responsibility for water supply planning, water resources management, environmental planning, or hydrology.

Ideal Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities for Assistant Water Resources Specialist I:

+ Knowledge of principles and practices of water resources management, water supply planning, and hydrology.

+ Strong written and oral communication skills.

+ Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

+ Ability to interpret and summarize information and communicate the findings to a variety of internal and external audiences.

+ Ability to adapt to new challenges and learn new skills/knowledge quickly.

+ Ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment with strong initiative and self-motivation.

Ideal Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities for Assistant Water Resources Specialist II (in addition to level I):

+ Practices of researching water resources issues, evaluating alternatives, making sound recommendations, and preparing and presenting effective and technical reports.

+ Thorough knowledge of principles and practices of water resources management, water supply planning, and hydrology.

+ Ability to review and analyze policies, legislation, and environmental documentation and develop recommendations.

Ideal Training and Education:

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in hydrology, water resources management, civil or environmental engineering, physical sciences, and natural sciences.

Required License or Certificate

Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid California driver's license. Individuals who do not meet the driver's license requirement due to a disability will be considered for a reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

To review the Classification Specification, please click here (https://tinyurl.com/29uf298k)

Water Supply Planning and Conservation Unit (Position Code 1086)

Valley Water Telework Program: Eligibility for telework will depend on the type of work performed, operational needs, and the ability for the employee to perform the essential functions of their job duties while teleworking. Employment with Valley Water requires employees to live within 150 miles of their primary physical work location located in San Jose, California by their start date.

This position is eligible for a hybrid telework schedule, typically working 40% remote and 60% onsite.

Selection Process

(1) The selection process may include one or more of the following: application review, application assessment, performance exercise, written exercise and/or interview.

(2) The Employment Application, Qualifying Information Questions and/or Supplemental Questions will be evaluated based on the ideal candidate criteria listed above. Resumes are highly recommended.

NOTE: Position and start date is subject to availability of funds. Valley Water retains the right to repost this position as deemed necessary.

Consideration may be given to existing applicant pools within the same classification.

Valley Water's Equal Opportunity Non-Discrimination Policy is available for review upon request.

Valley Water will make reasonable efforts in the examination process to accommodate persons with disabilities. Please advise Human Resources in advance of any special needs by calling 408-630-2260.

Please be aware that once submitted all application materials become the property of Valley Water and will not be returned. Human Resources staff are not authorized to make copies of application materials for applicants.

The Santa Clara Valley Water District, now known as Valley Water, offers a comprehensive benefit package including, vacation, holidays, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, EAP, life and disability insurance. In addition, Valley Water participates in the California Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). To view a summary of benefits, clickhere (https://www.valleywater.org/benefits)

01

I acknowledge that I have entered my Work Experience and Education on the employment application, and I am aware these are required fields. If they are not completed, the application is considered incomplete, and I will be disqualified as an applicant for the position.

+ Yes

+ No

02

Please answer the supplemental questions thoroughly, clearly, and concisely as the responses provided (along with the application) will be carefully reviewed to determine which candidates will move forward in the recruitment process. Responses that refer to attachments (e.g., “see resume”) will not be considered. Each question must be answered in full to ensure a fair and complete evaluation. I have read this information and am aware of the importance of responses to the supplemental questions.

+ Yes

+ No

03

Please list the highest level of education attained and field of study.

04

Please indicate your years of professional experience with water supply planning, water resources management, and/or engineering.

+ None

+ 1-3 years

+ 3 plus years

05

Do you have experience in conducting research, analysis, and evaluation related to water resources management, water supply planning?

+ Yes

+ No

06

Please describe your experiences, skills, and knowledge related to this position, particularly with water resources planning and management.

07

This position may involve researching various topics and communicating findings. Please provide some examples of how you have researched a topic and presented the findings and conclusions.

08

Please list the full name of the regular/permanent Valley Water employee who referred you to this position (only one name will be accepted, so if multiple are listed, the first name provided will be documented as the referring employee). If this does not apply to you, write "N/A".

09

Employment with Valley Water requires employees to take an Oath as a Disaster Service Worker within California and to live within 150 miles of Valley Water Headquarters in San Jose, California by the start date. Valley Water does not cover relocation costs. If you live further than 150 miles from Valley Water Headquarters, please discuss your willingness to relocate if offered the position. If this does not apply to you, write "N/A".

Required Question

Employer

Santa Clara Valley Water District (CA)

Address

5750 Almaden Expressway

San Jose, California, 95118

Phone

1-408-630-2260

Website

https://www.valleywater.org

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