Water Resources Technician I​/II Coast Water District

Are you interested in making a meaningful impact in the field of water resources? Do you enjoy a mix of hands‑on field work, technical analysis, and collaborative projects that support sustainable groundwater management? If so, Marina Coast Water District invites you to apply for the Water Resources Technician I/II position and join a team dedicated to protecting and managing vital water resources.

The Water Resources Technician, a valued member of the Water Resources Division, performs professional level duties in support of the District's groundwater monitoring; performs and coordinates field data collection and water quality sampling and monitors well infrastructure projects; supports the preparation of resource plans and reports, annual reports, and periodic evaluations; coordinates with consultants, contractors, laboratories, and partner agencies on multi‑agency water resources projects;

analyzes hydrologic and water quality data and prepares technical reports; assists with procurement and project management for water resources programs.

Some of the top priorities for the incoming Water Resources Technician will include groundwater monitoring and water quality sampling, data management and analysis, and preparation of District, state, and regional water resources reports.

• Be knowledgeable in groundwater, hydrology, water resources management, and water quality principles.
• Be comfortable performing both office‑based technical work and hands‑on field assignments at wells and monitoring sites.
• Have experience collecting groundwater levels, water quality samples, and other field data using established protocols and equipment.
• Be skilled in compiling, managing, analyzing, and interpreting hydrologic, climatic, and water quality data.
• Be able to prepare clear, concise technical reports, summaries, recommendations, and regulatory documentation.
• Have knowledge of, or experience with, the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA) and related groundwater regulations and reporting requirements.
• Be proficient with data management systems, Microsoft Office, and geographic information systems (GIS).
• Be able to interpret and apply laws, regulations, policies, procedures, and technical requirements.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, outside agencies, consultants, contractors, and members of the public.
• Demonstrate professionalism, sound judgment, reliability, and a high level of ethical behavior in all work activities.

• Accountability
  - Accepts responsibility for themselves
• Attention to Detail
  - Accomplishes tasks with thoroughness and accuracy
• Communication
  - Effectively conveys and exchanges thoughts, opinions, and information verbally and in writing
• Customer Service
  - Maintains on‑going client relationships
• Reliability and Commitment
  - Shows commitment, dedication, and accountability to one's work, and follows through on all projects, goals, and aspects of one's work
• Teamwork and Collaboration
  - Works co‑operatively and collaboratively with others to achieve a goal; makes valued contributions
• Time Management and Organization
  - Plans and executes plans for events, tasks, and processes in an efficient manner

Background
- In 1958, a local group of dedicated citizens, known as the Marina Community Service Corporation, proposed the formation of a municipal‑owned water system with boundaries to coincide with the existing Marina Fire District, which was approximately 1,600 acres. Two years later, the Marina County Water District was formed by registered voters of the then unincorporated city of Marina. In 1966, voters authorized the sale of water bonds totaling $950,000 to acquire a privately owned water company…