Address: Hybrid - 1110 W.  Washington St., Suite #310

Phoenix, AZ 85007

Salary:  $50,000 - $65,000

Grade: 22

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

This position supports the Assured and Adequate Water Supply Section, focusing on reviewing and processing Certificates of Assured Water Supply (CAWS) and related applications. Working in a collaborative, team-oriented environment, the Water Resources Specialist 2 assists in evaluating hydrologic studies, demand analyses, and legal documentation to ensure compliance with Arizona water law and ADWR policies. This role is intended for an analyst developing professional expertise in Arizona’s regulatory water programs. The position involves performing technical, analytical, and administrative tasks under supervision, with opportunities for training and advancement within the program.

This position may offer the ability to work remotely, within Arizona, based upon the department's business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures. A minimum of two days on-site at the ADWR office per week is required.

The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, and commissions, many State employees participate in the State’s Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.

This position is responsible for a variety of technical and regulatory tasks, including:

• Review and process assigned CAWS and related applications under the direction of senior analysts and supervisors.
• Analyze water demand data, hydrologic studies, and legal documentation for completeness and compliance.
• Prepare draft deficiency letters, memoranda, and correspondence to applicants.
• Maintain accurate electronic and physical files, track application progress, and update internal systems.
• Communicate with applicants, consultants, and water providers to clarify requirements and request missing materials.
• Support section projects, including annual report review and data cleanup efforts.
• Participate in team meetings, training, and process improvement initiatives.
• Additional tasks and activities will be assigned as needed.

Knowledge of:

• Basic principles of hydrology, water use, and groundwater management.
• Arizona water laws and regulations, including the Assured and Adequate Water Supply Programs.
• Research and data analysis methods relevant to water resources.
• Procedures for processing water resource applications in a regulatory setting.

Skill in:
• Written and verbal communication that is clear, concise, and accurate.
• Organizing and interpreting technical and regulatory materials.
• Managing multiple tasks while meeting deadlines.
• Using Microsoft Office and data management systems effectively.

Ability to:
• Interpret and apply statutes, rules, and ADWR policies with guidance.
• Work cooperatively in a team environment.
• Analyze and summarize data accurately.
• Communicate effectively with colleagues, applicants, and other stakeholders.
• Adapt to new policies and technical processes.

Preference for water resources experience, natural resources management experience, data analysis experience, and/or project management experience.
Legal and regulatory experience a plus
Experience in a related field may be considered in lieu of specific water resource management experience.

This position requires possession of and ability to retain a current, valid, state-issued driver’s license appropriate to the assignment.

Preferred candidate should have 4 years of professional-level water resource management experience; or Bachelor’s degree or higher in a related field and 2 years of professional-level water resources management experience; or a Master’s degree in a related field.

If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver’s License Requirements.

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

The State of Arizona provides an excellent comprehensive benefits package including:

• Affordable medical, dental, life, and short-term disability insurance plans
• Top-ranked retirement and long-term disability plans
• Sick Leave
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Deferred compensation plan
• Credit union membership
• Wellness plans
• LinkedIn Learning membership
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Discounts
• Flexible work schedule

By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work/life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.

Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

Positions in this classification participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS). Please note, enrollment eligibility will become effective after 27 weeks of employment. The current contribution rate is 12.27%.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact ADWR Human Resources Office at (602) 771-8500 for assistance. Persons with disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language or an alternative format by contacting ADWR Human Resources.