Water Program & Policy Analyst

Water Program & Policy Analyst

Step into a role where your expertise in water resources can shape the future of a thriving desert community. The City of Scottsdale is seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking Water Program and Policy Analyst to play a key role in safeguarding and optimizing our most vital resource. In this influential position, you'll dive into complex water planning, forecasting, and policy analysis;

collaborate with state and regional water leaders; and help guide strategic decisions that ensure a sustainable water future for our city. If you're driven by meaningful work, energized by data and policy, and ready to make a lasting impact on water stewardship in Arizona, we invite you to bring your passion and talent to our team.

The Water Program and Policy Analyst researches and analyzes water resources planning and forecasting and demand side management performance tracking to assist in strategic planning of the city's water resources portfolio. Anticipated starting salary for this position may be up to mid-point depending on candidate's experience and internal equity. The full salary range is listed above and mid-point for this position is $/annually.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in environmental science, urban planning, engineering, geology, hydrology, public policy, sustainability, natural resources management, or related field.
• Five years of experience in progressively responsible decision-making roles related to water resources planning, government policy, conservation, research or analysis work.
• Any equivalent combination of education and/or job-related experience that meets the minimum qualifications may be substituted.

Licensing, Certifications and Other Requirements:

• Every person employed by the City of Scottsdale shall reside in the State of Arizona during their active employment by the City, regardless of whether the employee is approved for remote work.

• 12 Paid Holidays, which includes 1 Floating Holiday
• Vacation Accrual; starts at 10.3 hours/month
• Sick Leave Accrual; 8 hours/month
• Medical (which includes behavioral health coverage), Dental and Vision Benefits
• City Paid Basic Life Insurance (equal to one times employee annual salary); option of Supplemental Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement; $2,500/year
• Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Defined benefit plan with mandatory employer and employee contributions currently at 12% which includes a Long-Term Disability benefit
• Supplemental Retirement Plans through Nationwide; 457
• Pet Insurance
• Bilingual pay compensation

The City of Scottsdale offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday and medical leave as well as insurance for medical, dental, vision, life, short and long term disability insurance. For a more detailed overview of the employee benefits,  . Part-Time Positions:
The City of Scottsdale offers paid medical leave for part-time staff. Commute Solutions Program City of Scottsdale provides free Valley Metro Platinum passes to employees for the bus and light rail systems when commuting; a vanpool subsidy is also available. Employees can decrease stress, decrease wear & tear on their vehicle, and help the environment all at the same time.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF). The City of Scottsdale is considered a qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF). You may find more information about the PSFL program by going to the Federal Student Aid website by clicking here.