Water Resource Manager

The Water Resource Manager will report to the Southwest Pipeline Project Manager and is a member of the Southwest Pipeline Project Section of the Water Development Division.The Water Resource Manager is responsible for representing the department in the field and overseeing the field work of a state-owned regional water system in North Dakota - the Southwest Pipeline Project (SWPP). This includes working with contractors, engineering consultants, landowners and governmental entities as well as responding to issues that arise during construction. The SWPP covers regions within 12 counties south and west of the Missouri River and serves over 56,000 people, including 33 communities. The SWPP has been under construction since 1986. Types of SWPP projects include the construction of pipeline projects and construction of major drinking water facilities such as a water treatment plant, reservoirs, and pump stations. Regular travel to work sites is expected during construction season and anytime that a construction project is active.

Minimum Qualifications

Requires five (5) years of construction experience, or three (3) years of construction experience and an Associate's degree in a related field, or one (1) year of construction experience and a Bachelor's degree in a related field.Must possess clear and effective oral and written communication skills. Valid ND Drivers License and ability to travel in a company furnished vehicle to construction sites.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a construction related field.Construction experience to include drinking water projects. Experience with acquiring property or easements to facilitate construction projects. Experience with estimating damages due to construction and discussing with property owners. Strong interpersonal and verbal skills.

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770 Application Procedures

Applications will ONLY be accepted online through the ND PeopleSoft System.State of ND employees should access the announcement and application by signing into their ND PeopleSoft account at: https://www.cnd.nd.gov/psp/strp/?cmd=login, clicking on "my Career," and selecting "Careers" in the drop-down menu.Applicants who are not employees of the State of North Dakota can access the announcement and application by visiting: www.nd.gov/careers.Application materials must reach this office by 11:59 pm on the closing date.In addition to the online application, the following is also required:Cover letter (addressed to Human Resources)Resume, and;The name, address, and phone number of three (3) professional references (no letters of reference please).For more Team ND benefit information, please see https://www.nd.gov/omb/public/careers/team-nd-benefits.Application materials will be scored based on a 100-point job-related personnel system.Applications should include information that directly addresses how the applicant meets the minimum qualifications and a . It is very important to be thorough and detailed in all application materials. Applicants who experience difficulties during the application process should contact recruiter@nd.gov or 701.328.3290. North Dakota Department of Water Resources does not provide sponsorships. For questions regarding this position's duties or requirements, please contact Justin Froseth at 701.328.4948 or jufroseth@nd.gov.TTY users may use Relay North Dakota at 711 or 1-800-366-6888.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of North Dakota and this hiring agency do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), genetics, religion, age or disability in employment or the provisions of services and complies with the provisions of the North Dakota Human Rights Act.As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. Sect. 23-12-10.