Water Efficiency Specialist

Position: Water Efficiency Specialist I
Anticipated Hiring Range: $26.57 - $32.99 Hourly

Full Salary Range: $26.57 - $38.53 Hourly

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Benefits:
This position is benefits eligible. Please view our benefits guide here.

Job Summary:

The Water Efficiency Specialist I is part of the Water Efficiency Team within the Water & Sewer Treatment and Supply Division. This position plays a key role in advancing the City's commitment to sustainable water management by helping residential, commercial, industrial, institutional, and multifamily customers improve water efficiency through education, technical assistance, and conservation programs. The Water Efficiency Specialist I conducts indoor and outdoor water use assessments, performs irrigation audits, analyzes water use data, recommends water-saving technologies and practices, administers rebate and incentive programs, and engages with the community through education and outreach.

This position supports the City's long-term water resource planning while providing exceptional customer service and promoting efficient water use throughout the community.

Experience, Education, and

Skills:

Minimum Requirements:

* Associate degree or technical certification in Water Resources, Environmental Science, Landscape Management, Horticulture, Industrial Technologies, Applied Science, or a related field.

* Two (2) years of customer service experience.

* One (1) year of experience in water efficiency, irrigation auditing, landscape irrigation, environmental conservation, water resources, facility water assessments, or a closely related field.

* Certified Landscape Irrigation Auditor (CLIA), or the ability to obtain certification within one (1) year of hire.

OR

Any combination of related education, experience, certifications and licenses that will result in a candidate successfully performing the essential functions of the job,

AND

Possession of a valid driver's license.

Preferred Qualifications:

* Industry certifications such as Sustainable Landscape Manager (SLM), Watershed Wise Landscape Professional (WWLP), Cross Connection Control technician certification, Qualified Water Efficient Landscaper (QWEL) or similar is preferred.

* Experience with irrigation system design, installation, or maintenance.

* GIS experience utilizing mapping and data analysis

* Experience administering water efficiency rebate or incentive programs.

* Experience delivering public presentations, environmental education, or community outreach.

* Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

* Knowledge of common mechanical equipment found at facilities.

* Comprehensive knowledge of irrigation systems, methods, and best practices.

* Comprehensive knowledge and skill to implement water use (assessment) auditing methods and reporting.

* Ability to develop and maintain water use reports, conservation and educational performance records, and water use files and databases.

* Knowledge of the business and organizational structure of Colorado municipalities.

* Collaboration skills, including the ability to work with others from different areas and backgrounds to reach a common goal.

* Knowledge of water efficient landscaping principals and other sustainable landscaping best management practices.

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