Management Professional - Planning

Compensation $78,075.83 - $141,128.88 (Based on Experience) Summary Responsible for planning, leading, organizing, and manage projects as well as assist the Director on planning related projects such as Water Master Plan, with the goal of increasing efficiency and effectiveness in the group. Responsible for developing and maintaining best practices and procedures to ensure accurate and timely deliverables. May work independently or with a team to achieve operational efficiencies. Job Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain relationships with internal/external clients, vendors, and other stakeholders
• Manage development of water master plans, supply and demand forecasts, and water management plans
• Oversee hydraulic and hydrologic modeling
• Develop and maintain processes and procedures consistent with best practices, federal, state, and local laws
• Achieve operational efficiencies by forecasting requirements, contributing information, and presenting recommendations
• Identify and implement process improvements, team member training needs, provide on-the-job training, and new technology
• Develop capital improvement recommendations and support charges and cost-benefit analyses
• Analyze variances and initiate corrective actions needed to ensure timely completion of assigned projects
• Prepare and generate documentation to support audit requirements
• Support the Director with administrative duties, team coordination, and communications
• Provide analyses, performance indicators, and reports for the management team, board, committees, and all other stakeholders
• Stay current with industry trends by participating in educational opportunities and professional/community organizations
• Follow security and safety policies and procedures in carrying out work duties
• Prepare and present status reports to management as needed
• Respond to all requests for project information
• Coordinate meetings and tasks with other units across the organization
• Develop, install, test, and monitor systems including software applications, conversions, and upgrades monitoring
• Perform related work duties as assigned Required Education and Experience At the time of application, applicant must: A. Bachelor’s degree in civil or environmental engineering, hydrology, or planning AND three (3) or more years of experience in a specialty designation area preferably in a municipal or public utility setting OR B. Associate’s degree in civil or environmental engineering, hydrology, or planning AND five (5) or more years of experience in a specialty designation area preferably in a municipal or public utility setting. Other Requirements Valid Michigan Driver’s License Essential physical Requirements Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties. This position may require sitting and standing for prolonged periods, light to moderate lifting, reaching, pulling, and carrying. Manual dexterity and audiovisual/linguistic acuity are required. Environmental Working Requirements: Work is performed in an office environment with exposure to computer screens, working in team offices, and closely with all staffing levels. Benefits Comprehensive benefits package effective the first of the month following 30 days of employment. This includes health, dental, vision, tuition reimbursement, and team member discount programs. Retirement and Retirement Health Savings are effective the first day of employment. Click HERE for more information . Note: Part-Time employment is not eligible for health benefits, however, is eligible to participate in the 457 Retirement Plan. GLWA is an equal opportunity employer. Introduce Yourself Not the right fit? Let us know you're interested in a future opportunity by clicking Introduce Yourself in the top-right corner of the page or create an account to set up email alerts as new job postings become available that meet your interest.