Water Research and Engagement

About the role

The position reports to the Assistant Director of Water Resiliency to develop and implement initiatives and programs to fulfill the terms of existing sponsored research and community assistance projects, with the following areas of focus: environmental funding, finance, and policy; community resiliency; and Native Nations support services.

Responsibilities

Develop resources, workshops, and technical assistance projects to respond to target audience needs across water-focused projects, focusing on Native Nations and tribal utilities, small communities, and local governments. Coordinate the delivery of assistance, training, and events, working with both internal and external partners. Apply knowledge of water resources and planning, including but not limited to: - Water infrastructure planning - Community engagement - State and federal infrastructure funding Support the collection, analysis, and publication of program metrics and impact, including: - Developing impact-driven reports for sponsors and for organizational use - Identifying and supporting relevant research opportunities for internal program needs as well as with Faculty partners, as needed. Use assessment, analysis, valuation tools, and methods to identify recommendations to inform decision-making at different scales as well as support strategic resource development at ISE. Produce tools, reports, and publications to broaden the reach of ISE’s expertise. Identify and pursue new funding opportunities related to community and infrastructure resiliency. Conceptualize innovative and effective new programs and integrate them by writing grant proposal applications for future funding opportunities. Other duties as needed and assigned.