Water Resource Division Manager

Water Resource Manager

About Santo Domingo:

For over 400 years, Santo Domingo Pueblo has been one of the central Indian Pueblos in New Mexico. Located between Albuquerque and Santa Fe, along the I-25 corridor, over 25 different departments with more than 200 employees work together to bring the expanding top-of-line services to over 5000 members of Santo Domingo Pueblo. We work hard together while honoring the traditions and work-life balance that allows each one of us to be the best versions of ourselves.

About Our Work Environment:

Our work environment has:

• Friendly staff
• Supportive work environment
• Flexibility
• And is community service driven

We offer a generous leave policy that includes vacation, holidays, and administrative days that equal up to 54 days off in a year. Affordable medical plans, health, dental, and vision. Competitive 401k retirement plan, and amenities aimed at creating a solid work/life balance.

Summary of Position:

The Water Resources Division Manager is responsible for the strategic planning, development, and management of grants and contracts, including associated budgets. This role involves setting and achieving goals and objectives for the Water Resources Division, preparing and administering internal policies and procedures related to water resources division activities, and interpreting and explaining applicable rules, laws, and regulations to Tribal leadership, Tribal staff, community members, and other stakeholders. The incumbent will collaborate closely with the other Natural Resources Department (NRD) divisions and the Tribal Utility Authority (TUA) to protect and maintain various habitats and resources. This includes interdepartmental initiatives and ensuring regulatory compliance. The incumbent will also work with other departments, Tribal Administration, farmers, and ranchers on issues related to water access, delivery, and infrastructure management. The role requires collaboration with professionals such as engineers, construction contractors, environmental experts, and attorneys.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in hydrology, natural resources, environmental science, ecology, biology, watershed sciences, or other applicable field of study, and experience in water resources management or similar fields, preferably with Tribal Governments.
• Advanced knowledge of water resources and water rights issues, practices, and management.
• Extensive knowledge of the principles of hydrology, hydrogeology, and environmental planning.
• Experience in conducting studies, preparing technical reports, and grant writing.
• Supervisory experience, including performance evaluations, training, and development of staff.
• The ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds regularly and sustain prolonged walking and standing.
• The ability to pass an FBI Fingerprint, background, reference and driver's check and drug screen.
• Extended working hours, including weekends, may be required.

Are you ready to join our Team?

If you would like to learn more about this position, see the attached link. If you would like to APPLY for this position, it can also be found on our website at Careers - (santodomingotribe.org).

Santo Domingo Pueblo exercises Indian preference in employment opportunities but otherwise supports non-discrimination on the basis of age, sex, religion, disability, color, race, or national origin, except where required by bona fide business necessity.

For more information, or to apply now, you must go to the website below. Please DO NOT email your resume to us as we only accept applications through our website.

https://santodomingopueblo.isolvedhire.com/jobs/1475978-510310.html