NW Region Well Inspector (Natural Resource Specialist 2

Position Title:

NW Region Well Inspector (Natural Resource Specialist
2)

Working Title:

NW Region Well Inspector

Classification:
Natural Resource Specialist 2 (NRS2)

Position Type:
Permanent, Full Time

Representation: SEIU

FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt, eligible for overtime in the form of compensatory time with manager pre-approval

Monthly Compensation:
The monthly salary range before PERS
* will be $4,738-$7,247 | after PERS
* will be $5,067-$7,751

Work Location:

We are offering two work location options for the successful candidate, which can be either the North Mall Office Building, 725 Summer St. NE Suite A, Salem Oregon 97301 or, 1400 SW Walnut Street, Suite 240, Hillsboro Oregon 97123.

Hybrid/Remote Work:
This position works primarily onsite, frequently in the field; with some hybrid/remote work options. Some in-state travel is required with infrequent overnight travel.

The Oregon Water Resources Department is committed to creating a workplace culture that understands and appreciates differences among people and is welcoming and inclusive to all. By fostering fairness and equity in its work culture, the Department strives to improve services for all Oregonians. We acknowledge that not all people have experienced equitable opportunities or fair treatment. We are committed to increasing our awareness and understanding of historic injustices and building a foundation for meaningful change.

We value a wide range of professional and lived experiences, and people of underrepresented communities are strongly encouraged to apply.

The vision of the Oregon Water Resources Department is to assure sufficient and sustainable water supplies are available to meet current and future needs.

The Department's mission is to serve the public by practicing and promoting responsible water management through two key goals:
To directly address Oregon's water supply needs To restore and protect streamflows and watersheds in order to ensure the long‑term sustainability of Oregon's ecosystems, economy, and quality of life

• Integrity – We are accountable for all that we do.
  
  We act with honesty and promote transparency.
• Service – We are dedicated to providing outstanding service and treating everyone equitably in our management and stewardship of state resources.
• Technical Excellence – We base our resource decisions on law, science, and expertise.
• Teamwork – We are united in our mission, relying on one another and working together with the communities we serve.
• Forward-Looking – We seek innovative and practical solutions to the water challenges of today and tomorrow.

• Modernize our management of Oregon’s surface water and groundwater resources to meet instream and out‑of‑stream uses
• Work to secure Oregon’s instream and out‑of‑stream water future in the face of increasing water scarcity
• Foster a forward‑looking team dedicated to serving Oregonians with integrity and excellence.

The Northwest (NW) region covers 13 counties, including Oregon’s most populous areas and major metropolitan hubs. With the Willamette Basin and North Coast watersheds, the region faces complex water challenges, including numerous irrigation districts, active water users, major storage projects, and large municipalities. Our team works collaboratively and supports one another to address these challenges, staying closely aligned with the department’s mission and vision to ensure our regional efforts help protect the resource.

The Field Services Division provides the opportunity to:

• Pursue water use solutions to help protect public safety by ensuring wells are constructed to appropriate standards.
• Help modernize management of Oregon’s groundwater resources and secure Oregon’s water future in the face of increasing water scarcity and uncertainty.
• Find satisfaction in tackling complex water use issues by collecting detailed data, accurately documenting observations, and helping prepare enforcement documents to gain compliance.
• Support a sustainable water future for Oregon’s economy, environment, and communities.
• Join an organization with smart, driven co‑workers who…