Water Conservation Specialist

Water Conservation Specialist

HIRING RANGE: $5,787- $6,514 per month

New to the City of Grand Junction team? Receive 40 hours of Paid Time Off with your first paycheck!

About the Position:

As a Water Conservation Specialist, you will play a key role in developing and

• implementing programs that promote efficient water use and sustainability within

the community. In this position, you will analyze water usage data, conduct water audits, and recommend strategies that reduce water loss while supporting the City’s Water Efficiency Plan. The ideal candidate is someone who is analytical, proactive, and passionate about environmental stewardship. This role

also focuses on community engagement through public education, outreach events, and collaboration with local organizations to raise awareness about water conservation initiatives. If you are motivated to help protect and manage our community’s water resources while working with a variety of stakeholders, you

are encouraged to apply!

What You'll Do:

• Develop and implement water conservation strategies, programs, and

initiatives identified in the City’s Water Efficiency Plan; develop indicators to measure progress.

• Develop public education and marketing awareness campaigns to increase

awareness and involvement in water conservation issues and rebate programs.

• Monitor and evaluate programs and initiatives; conduct water audits, analyze

water usage data, and identify and provide recommendations to minimize water loss.

• Identify grant opportunities; assist with grant applications for water

conservation funds including graywater and turf replacement programs.

• Provide technical assistance and guidance to customers and stakeholders on

water conservation best practices, equipment upgrades, and retrofitting options.

• Attend and participate in professional group meetings; stay abreast of

emerging trends, research, and technologies in the field of water conservation and make recommendations for adoption and integration into existing programs.

• Serve as staff liaison to boards, commissions and/or committees related to

the water conservation initiatives; participate in the Grand Valley Drought Response Information Project (DRIP) committee.

• Perform other duties of a similar nature or level.

To view the full job description, please click here. [https://trimview.gjcity.org/?=JOBDESC/524]

This position is a safety sensitive position, which means you will be subject to random drug screens due to the nature of the work performed.

What We're Looking For:

• Two (2) years of experience in water conservation, sustainability, or a

related field

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course

work in environmental science, sustainability, resource conservation, or a related field.

• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Colorado driver’s license.

Other combinations of experience and education that meet the minimum

requirements may be substituted.:

City Employee Health Clinic:

The City is committed to supporting the health and well-being of employees, and their families. Our near-site Sage Health & Wellness Center offers free or low-cost healthcare services for employees and their dependents enrolled in a City health plan. Services include preventative care, health assessments and

coaching, treatment for common illnesses, lab services, physical therapy, a medical massage therapist, and behavioral health counseling. The clinic also offers wellness programs, challenges, and classes that empower employees and their families to stay healthy and thrive.

Explore the Area:

Grand Junction, Colorado, is the key access point to the mountains and canyonlands of western Colorado and eastern Utah. Centrally located between Denver, CO (250 miles east) and Salt Lake City, UT (270 miles west), Grand Junction was named for the convergence of the Gunnison River and Colorado River.

Over 1.5 million acres of public lands connect the area’s alpine terrain with the dramatic high desert, nourished by powerful rivers that sustain the vibrant agriculture industry. Opportunities for outdoor adventures are abundant in every season due to the year-round temperate climate. Home to “Nature’s Trifecta,”

Grand Junction is surrounded by the Colorado National Monument – a mini-Grand Canyon, Rattlesnake Arches – the second-largest concentration of natural arches in the world, and the Grand Mesa – the largest flat-top mountain in the world. Agritourism, art and history, boutique shopping, and trendy restaurants

complement the outdoor recreation scene. With a population over 160,000 in Mesa County (over 70,000 within the City limits), Grand Junction has all the city amenities you expect with a hometown atmosphere that is friendly and comfortable. See Visit Grand Junction [https://www.visitgrandjunction.com/]for

more information.

At the City of Grand Junction, we proudly operate as an Equal Opportunity Employer, purposely building an inclusive workforce representative of various cultures, perspectives, and experiences. We believe in respect for all and do not discriminate based on hair, race, color, religion, creed, sex (including

pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression and sexual orientation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

If you have any questions or need assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please contact our Human Resources office at 970.244.1512.

What We Offer:

We know that a healthy and happy workforce is a thriving workforce, which is why

we offer a comprehensive benefits package that supports quality work-life:

balance, including 32 days of paid annual leave to be used for holiday, personal, and/or sick days, health insurance options, employer-matched retirement, a City employee health clinic, a City employee child care center, wellness program, and an Employee Assistance Program. Of equal importance, we offer an opportunity to serve the community you love and live in. Our employees

find their work rewarding and fulfilling, knowing that their day job makes a positive impact.

To view more information about our benefits visit: https://www.gjcity.org/333/Employee-Benefits [https://www.gjcity.org/333/Employee-Benefits]

The Utilities Department ensures reliable water and wastewater services to protect public health and the environment. The department is divided into Water Services—which manages water supply, treatment, distribution, irrigation, and utility billing—and Wastewater Services, which oversees collection, treatment,

industrial pretreatment, and environmental laboratory functions. The department

• maintains critical infrastructure, including reservoirs, treatment plants,

pipelines, meters, and fire hydrants, to provide high-quality drinking water and effective wastewater management.