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Irrigation District: Watermaster (Madras)
North Unit Irrigation District
2024 NW Beech Street
compensation:
$65k- $75k/year depending on experience
employment type:
full-time
experience level:
mid level
job title:
Watermaster/Manager
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Examples of Duties: The duties listed below are illustrative only and are not meant to be a complete and exhaustive listing of the duties and responsibilities of the classification.
• Administer water deliveries in response to orders by District patrons and water users.
• Monitor conditions and performance of the District water conveyance system. Arrange & implement maintenance actions.
• Supervise Ditchriders in responding to water orders, regulating water to meet the water supply needs and to protect water rights.
• Support the General Manager and Operations Manager in their absence, and on specific assignments.
• Report to the General Manager on water conveyance system operations and maintenance activities.
• Assume management responsibility for water operations & activities including water delivery facilities and water operations; recommend and administer policies and procedures.
• Manage the development and implementation of water operations goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for all districts.
• Monitor and evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures; allocate resources accordingly.
• Plan, direct and coordinate, through subordinates, the water operations work plan; assign projects and programmatic areas of responsibility; review and evaluate work methods and procedures; meet with staff to identify and resolve problems.
• Select, train, motivate and evaluate water operations personnel; provide or coordinate staff training; work with employees to correct deficiencies; implement discipline and termination procedures.
• Direct and oversee safety compliance efforts. Formulate and suggest work safety standards, and enforce procedures. Meet compliance, training and reporting requirements of federal or state regulations; and direct activities of the safety committee.
• Participate in the development and administration of the water operations budget; forecast funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; approve expenditures and implement budgetary adjustments as appropriate.
• Explain and defend water operations programs, policies, & activities; negotiate and resolve sensitive and controversial issues.
• Represent water operations to other District departments and outside agencies; coordinate water operations activities with those of other departments, outside agencies, organizations, other water districts and OWRD.
• Develop, coordinate and manage water conservation activities.
• Attend & participate in professional meetings; stay current in the field of irrigation water distribution trends.
• Respond to and resolve difficult and sensitive customer inquiries and complaints.
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.
Typical Physical Activities:
• Travels frequently in conducting District business.
• Communicate with District Board members, co-workers, and the public in face-to-face, individually & with groups.
• Regularly uses a cell phone and email for communication.
• Use software including Word, Excel and Outlook. Also use our Storm water distribution software.
• Sits for extended time periods. Hearing and vision within normal range.
Employment Standards - Knowledge of:
• Operations, services and activities of irrigation water distribution systems.
• Management skills to analyze programs, policies and operational needs.
• Principles and practices of program development and administration.
• Principles and practices of municipal budget preparation and administration.
• Principles of supervision, training and performance evaluation.
• Pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, codes and regulations.
• Basic knowledge of District construction operations.
Ability to:
• Plan, organize, coordinate, and direct the work of staff to achieve efficient operations and meet program goals.
• Collect, organize, and analyze data on a variety of topics; prepare concise & comprehensive reports.
• Analyze issues, identify alternate solutions, project consequences of proposed actions and implement recommendations.
• Respond to on-call hours during irrigation season and other extended hours when needed.
• Exercise leadership, authority, and supervision tactfully and effectively.
• Research, analyze, & evaluate new service delivery methods & techniques to existing District operations and services.
• Provide advice and consultation to the General Manager on the development of ordinances, regulations, programs, and policies.
• Establish cooperative working relationships with co-workers, the Board, outside agencies, and the public.
• Interpret and apply Federal, State and local policies, laws and regulations.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Resource products and supplies from outside vendors with good stewardship of District funds.
Environmental Factors:
• Exposure to the sun: 25% to 100% work time spent outside a building and exposed to the sun.
• Work above floor level: Infrequent use of ladders or other work surfaces from 1 to 12 feet above ground.
• Temperature: Exposure to sub-zero to 100-degree temperatures.
• Humidity: Seldom work in areas with unusually high humidity.
• Wetness: Less than 10% of the work time getting part or all of the body and/or clothing wet.
• Noise: Occasional vicinity of constant/intermittent/loud noises/sounds.
• Slippery surfaces: Frequent exposure to unusually wet and/or slippery surfaces.
• Dust: Frequent exposure to work areas with small to large amounts of dust present.
• Confined/Restricted Spaces: Infrequent entry into confined/restricted work environments.
Desirable Qualifications:
• Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the necessary knowledge and abilities is qualifying.
• A typical way to obtain knowledge and abilities would be:
Education: A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in Agriculture, Agricultural Engineering, or Construction Management is desired.
Experience: Five years' experience, with two years in a management or supervisory capacity, preferred in a public agency requiring the responsibility for the implementation of programs and development and administration of budgets.
License/Certificate/Registration Requirement:
• Possession of a valid Oregon Class C Driver License may be required at the time of appointment. Failure to obtain or maintain such required license(s) may be cause for disciplinary action.
The Watermaster classification is considered a “Safety Sensitive” position.
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