Assistant Resource Specialist II
Listed on 2026-09-25
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Science
Environmental Compliance & Protection
Assistant Resource Specialist II
At the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California, we deliver reliable water to a region with 19 million people-and to accomplish this, we rely on a team of talented employees: innovators, problem-solvers, and collaborators who make it all possible.
There is currently one (1) position opening for Assistant Resource Specialist II located at Union Station, Los Angeles, CA.
This recruitment may result in an eligibility list*.
Job SummaryAs an Assistant Resource Specialist II on the Water Efficiency Team, you will support impactful water efficiency projects and programs across commercial, industrial, institutional, and residential sectors. In this role, you will help collect, organize, analyze and maintain key datasets-including water savings information and program activity distribution. Additionally, you will work with member agencies and outside vendors to support contractual arrangements and sustainable water management strategies across the region.
What You'll Do- Data Collection & Analysis:
Gather, organize, and maintain datasets on water savings, operational metrics, landscape area measurements, and program penetration across our service area. - Technical & GIS Support:
Perform GIS-based spatial analyses and write code or scripts to process and manipulate technical datasets. - Reporting & Documentation:
Review and analyze technical documents; draft reports, presentations, and formal correspondence for team and management review. - Program & Project Assistance:
Support the day-to-day coordination and execution of various water efficiency programs for residential, commercial, industrial, and institutional stakeholders. - Agreement Administration:
May administer agreements with guidance and oversight from senior team members. - Administrative support:
Maintain software licenses for the team.
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ScheduleStart times are no earlier than 6 am and end times are no later than 6 pm.
HybridMetropolitan's current practice in this position is a hybrid work schedule. This typically includes two days a week in person and the other days remote. This is subject to change dependent on organizational needs. In addition, a telework policy is scheduled for negotiations and once completed and implemented, will provide final direction on the hybrid schedule.
EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSEducation and Experience
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in a related field and two years of relevant experience; or two years in a MWD Assistant Resource Specialist I classification.
Relevant Experience is defined as:work experience with resource conservation and efficiency (water, electricity, natural gas, or other similar resources).
CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, AND REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTSLicense(s)
Valid California Class C Driver's License or equivalent (required at time of application) that allows you to drive during your employment.
Benefits- Competitive compensation
- Excellent medical, dental, life, vision plans.
- Deferred compensation in the form of a 401(k) plan (with matching contribution) and a 457 plan.
- Retirement benefits under the California Public Employees' Retirement System
- Tuition reimbursement
- Training and advancement opportunities
- Excellent working environment
- Hub of public transportation: rail, subway, buses, and taxis
- Public transportation reimbursements
- On-site fitness center
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Benefits Regular FT PT Employees (Represented)
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