Water Permitting Specialist

Water Permitting Specialist Agency

835 WATER RESOURCES BOARD

OK Water Resources Board

Refer to the date listed at the top of this posting, if available. Continuous if date is blank.

Note:

Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.

Full time

Regular

R20A Water Permitting Specialist - Annual Salary $49,300
R20B Water Permitting Specialist - Annual Salary $52,900

Upload college transcript and resume. The Oklahoma Water Resources Board is a state agency responsible for overseeing the complex mission of managing, monitoring, planning for and financing the state's water resources and infrastructure towards reliable future supplies that support strong communities, commerce, and the environment. The agency is seeking a full‑time Water Permitting Specialist to join our family of professionals in delivering exceptional services and expertise to Oklahomans.

Water Rights Administration

Water Rights Permitting

3800 Classen Boulevard;
Oklahoma City, OK 73118

12 months in accordance with (OAC) 260:

Some travel is required for training & conference attendance as required.

We proudly offer a comprehensive benefits package that supports the health, financial security, and work‑life balance of eligible employees and their families:

• Generous Benefit Allowance: Up to $21,942 annually to help cover insurance premiums for employees and their families.

• Comprehensive Insurance Plans: A variety of options with no exclusions for pre-existing conditions.

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA): Pre‑tax savings for healthcare and dependent care expenses.

• Retirement Savings Plans:

  • Pathfinder Defined Contribution Plan: Employer matches 6% of a minimum 4.5% employee contribution (up to 7% if the employee contributes 7%).

  • OPERS Defined Benefit Plan: Available for reenrollment to employees enrolled prior to November 1, 2015.

• Paid Leave:

  • 15 days annually during the first 1–5 years of service.

  • 18 days annually for 5–10 years of service.

  • 20 days annually for 10–20 years of service.

  • 25 days annually for over 20 years of service.

  • Sick leave:
    Accrued at 15 days per year.

• Holidays: Eleven paid holidays annually.

• Employee Discounts: Special rates with various vendors and companies.

• Longevity Payment: Monetary rewards beginning at two years of service to recognize dedicated tenure.

• Thrive: Empower Oklahoma State employees to improve & enhance their well‑being.

This robust benefits package reflects our commitment to the well‑being, financial security, and work‑life harmony of our team members.

This position plays a key role in evaluating water rights, managing permit application workflows and providing data‑driven information to applicants, stakeholders, and the public. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working with databases, GIS tools, and regulatory processes while delivering responsive customer service.

• Extensively utilize database, ArcGIS, and workflow software to manage portfolio of water permit applications, research water issues, generate maps and update GIS shape files.

• Evaluate and process water rights applications for water users in the state.

• Analyze data and documentation, work with applicants, and prepare correspondence to process permit applications.

• Verify annual water use reports, assist permit holders with questions, prepare statistical summaries, and educate the public regarding water use and availability.

• Assist in conducting hydrologic field investigations, report preparation, and resolution of water use interference situations in times of drought.

• Assist in responding to records requests and preparing for and presenting educational training sessions.

• Conduct technical site investigations and collect data to verify water rights applications, well construction, completion of works, dam maintenance, etc.

• Occasional, onsite compliance and enforcement investigations.

• Other duties as assigned.

Strong communications skills and knowledge, skills and…