Engineer II or III

About the role

The Utah Division of Water Rights is seeking a qualified engineer to join our water right adjudication team. In this position, you will learn Utah’s water laws and policies as you apply your engineering education and experience to evaluate water rights throughout the state.

Responsibilities

• Apply Utah water law and policy as you analyze water right issues.
• Review and compose written reports.
• Conduct research and gather information to inform decision-making.
• Review and interpret historical documents related to water rights, including legal documents, maps, and historical water use records.
• Affiliate with the adjudication team in the publication of court ordered adjudications.
• Perform field investigations of water rights, identifying water uses and locations of pertinent infrastructure.
• Provide technical support to the team, including engineers, hydrologic scientists, and attorneys.
• Collaborate with senior engineers to ensure accurate recommendations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in engineering is required.
• Proof of passing the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Exam is required.
• Principles, theories and practices of engineering.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Familiarity with the various types of water measurement devices including but not limited to weirs, flumes, digital flow meters, and their use.
• Familiarity with court decrees, proposed determinations, distribution schedules and other available documents used in the administration of these water right areas.
• Ability to provide technical assistance to water users.
• Ability to speak clearly, concisely and effectively; listen to, and understand, information and ideas as presented verbally.
• Ability to communicate information and ideas clearly, and concisely, in writing; read and understand information presented in writing.
• Ability to solve problems using logic to identify key facts, explore alternatives, and propose quality solutions; analyze or identify underlying principles, reasons, or facts associated with information or data to draw conclusions.
• Ability to use GIS technology solutions.
• Ability to teach new concepts and coach in learning situations.

Preferred/Additional Qualifications

• A background and/or interest in water rights law and policy.
• An understanding of common principles and practices of real property conveyance.
• An ability to use logic to analyze complex technical subjects together with the ability to make decisions based on analysis.
• An ability to adapt to changing priorities and learn new skills.

About The Role

Location – 1594 West North Temple Salt Lake City, Utah, 84116 United States

Background Check Required – You must successfully pass a criminal history check.

Drug Test Required – Schedule Code – B - Competitive Career Service

Supplemental Information

• Work requires physical exertion.
• May require the ability to stand; walk over rough surfaces; bend, crouch, stoop, stretch, reach, lift moderately heavy items (up to 50 lbs.) in a recurring manner and/or for long periods of time.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and the ability to drive 4-wheel drive vehicles.
• Some outdoor field work is required, including the ability to walk by foot on uneven terrain for 3-5 miles.
• Must hike to field locations carrying equipment in various weather conditions.
• Travel within the State of Utah is not an integral part of the position, but may occasionally occur.

Benefits

• Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.
• Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization.
• Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals.
• Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation, strong work ethics, and mutual support.

EEO Statement

The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.