Watershed Resources Superintendent

About CCWD

Contra Costa Water District (CCWD) provides safe, reliable, high-quality water and related services that support the health and vitality of the communities it serves. Through responsible stewardship of both its infrastructure and its people, CCWD is committed to building and sustaining a skilled workforce prepared to meet today’s needs and tomorrow’s challenges.

• Meaningful Public Service - Play a direct role in supporting safe, reliable water service that protects public health and strengthens the communities we serve.
• Collaborative, Mission-Driven Culture - Work alongside dedicated professionals who value integrity, accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement in service to the public.
• Competitive Total Rewards & Professional Growth - CCWD offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package, including competitive pay, medical/dental/vision coverage, retirement benefits, paid leave, and opportunities that support ongoing professional growth.

Contra Costa Water District’s Planning team is seeking a Watershed Resources Superintendent that can provide strategic and operational leadership. This unique position is headquartered at the Los Vaqueros Watershed office, which is located in the Brentwood, CA region.

We offer competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement, and deferred compensation plans, plus more! Please visit the following to view the brochure:
Watershed Resources Superintendent Brochure.

• An experienced leader effective at managing multidisciplinary teams.
• An effective communicator who works well with elected officials, regulatory agencies, community stakeholders, and staff.
• Collaborative and builds positive working relationships across CCWD.
• Proactive and enjoys problem‑solving to generate practical and actionable solutions.
• A high‑level thinker who can set long‑term vision and direction while remaining hands‑on and responsive to daily operational challenges.
• Invested in safety, environmental stewardship, and continuous improvement efforts.

• Provide strategic leadership and oversight for all watershed and conservation lands activities.
• Plan, direct, and manage the daily operations and activities of the Watershed team.
• Coordinate and work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local environmental regulations and permit requirements.
• Manage contracts, consultants, concessionaires, and vendor agreements.
• Foster a culture grounded in safety, accountability, environmental responsibility, and ongoing improvement.

• No two days are the same; you will balance strategic planning, field engagement, infrastructure oversight, and team leadership.
• You will play a direct role in protecting and preserving vital watershed and conservation lands resources for current and future generations.
• Serve as the subject matter leader who ensures compliance while advancing practical, forward‑thinking operational strategies.
• Build partnerships and execute strong communication skills to gain alignment on priorities and objectives.
• Use strategic planning and innovation to deliver high‑quality services efficiently and effectively.
• Work productively through multifaceted challenges and drive the team toward practical, effective solutions.
• An opportunity to collaborate with environmental specialists, engineers, field and recreation teams, and community partners to advance shared objectives.

For a full description of examples of duties, please visit the following link:
Watershed Resources Superintendent.

For a full listing of required qualifications, please visit the following link:
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When assigned to an office environment, must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the…