Watershed Planner III

Position Overview

A Watershed Planner III conducts research, analyzes scientific and socio-economic data, and prepares planning documents related to watershed management and water resource planning. They support project communication, coordinate planning tasks, manage budgets and schedules, and assist with contract and proposal development. They work closely with interdisciplinary teams to ensure compliance with environmental regulations, funding requirements, and community engagement strategies.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Data Analysis and Interpretation
• Conducts in-depth analysis of scientific, socio-economic, and public outreach data to inform watershed planning efforts.
• Reviews and synthesizes environmental impact assessments, hydrological data, and regulatory policies to support project goals.
• Uses geographic information systems (GIS) mapping tools to analyze watershed characteristics, land use patterns, and environmental risks.
• Project Coordination and Communication
• Supports project communication and community engagement, including facilitating discussions with clients, regulatory agencies, and community groups.
• Affords assistance in managing project schedules and deliverables, ensuring alignment with contract requirements and funding guidelines.
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams, integrating insights from scientists, engineers, and planners into cohesive watershed management strategies.
• Task and Budget Management
• Manages specific project tasks as a phase manager and supports senior project managers in contract administration, budget tracking, and schedule management.
• Maintains project expenses, reviews billing drafts, and ensures adherence to contractual obligations and financial constraints.
• Technical Writing and Document Preparation
• Prepares technical reports, plan sections, and planning documents, ensuring they meet regulatory, client, and community expectations.
• Coordinates with GIS specialists and designers to develop maps, exhibits, and visual presentations that effectively communicate watershed planning strategies.
• Proposal Development and Strategic Planning
• Aids in drafting task proposals, including scopes of work, budgets, and schedules for new and ongoing projects.
• Supports funding applications and grant writing efforts by summarizing relevant data and identifying project alignment with funding criteria.
• Evaluates watershed planning frameworks and contributes to the development of innovative approaches for sustainable water resource management.

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience: 5+ years’ relevant experience in watershed planning, environmental planning, water resource management, or a related field.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Urban/Regional Planning, Hydrology, Ecology, Natural Resource Management, Geography, or a related field.
• Preferred Qualifications:
• Master’s degree (preferred) in Environmental Science, Hydrology, Environmental Policy, or a closely related discipline.
• Experience with grant writing, funding frameworks, and public outreach strategies related to watershed planning.
• Familiarity with hydrological modeling, stormwater management, or floodplain analysis is beneficial.
• Experience with GIS software, environmental data analysis, and regulatory permitting is highly preferred.

Compensation

$85,000-$105,000 Final agreed-upon compensation will be based on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, an individual’s related experience, education, certifications, skills, and work location.

Physical Requirements

• This job may require working on a computer, sitting or standing for long periods of time in an office or remote office setting.
• This job requires attending meetings, both in person and virtually, and speaking on the phone with government agency representatives, members of the public, and others.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Outdoor activity may involve walking/trekking in uneven terrain over long distances in extreme weather conditions for extended periods of time.