Water Conservation Technician

The Water Conservation Technician performs administrative support functions associated with educational outreach initiatives and other program development efforts to help promote and grow the City’s water conservation program.  This includes assisting in the preparation and presentation of educational programs, performing water use assessments, researching and administering rebate and incentive programs, assisting in the evaluation of program data, and other related efforts to promote water conservation and the importance of Bozeman’s water resources to the community.  This position requires the ability to create and maintain effective relationships with City officials and employees, and the general public.  Effective communication and customer service skills are required.

This is your opportunity to make a meaningful difference in your community by joining the City of Bozeman! You will be part of a passionate team driving positive change while enjoying a fantastic benefits package. Full-time City of Bozeman employees receive top-tier benefits including 15 vacation days, 12 sick days, 12 holidays, 8 weeks of paid parental leave, potential for bilingual pay, excellent retirement options, comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans, discounted ski tickets and gym memberships, and much more!

• Assists the Water Conservation Program Manager with the planning, development, administration, and completion of water conservation projects, programs, and services.
• Coordinates and implements projects and programs related to residential, commercial, industrial, and institutional water conservation.
• Supports implementation of the Water Conservation Plan and Drought Management Plan.
• Conducts research and collaborates with other team members to remain informed of current best practices for community education programming to build upon existing outreach initiatives.
• Develops and presents water conservation outreach programs, educational workshops, presentations, and public events to promote efficient water practices and engage a diverse group of people within the community outside of normal business hours.
• Oversees and performs indoor and outdoor water use assessment programs, including residential, commercial, industrial, and institutional water audits.
• Assists customers with water conservation programs, policies, and leak notifications.
• Works closely with assigned supervisor and other staff to develop and track measurable goals, objectives, and benchmarks for water conservation programs.
• Creates, maintains, and strengthens business and community partnerships to mobilize public support for residential and commercial water conservation.
• Collects, analyzes, and reports on program and water use data to provide technical assistance to assigned supervisor, businesses, staff, citizens, and the community.
• Creates and updates program proposals, printed brochures and outreach materials, web content, social media, publications, educational visuals, and progress reports.
• Utilizes a City vehicle to travel to water audits and outreach events.
• Develops and facilitates a variety of water conservation rebate and incentive programs.
• Supports enforcement of permanent watering restrictions and other water conservation policies.
• Attends various meetings and conferences, prepares agendas and presentations as required.
• Responds to citizens’ questions and comments in a courteous and timely manner.
• Communicates and regularly coordinates with appropriate others to maximize the effectiveness and efficiency of interdepartmental operations and activities.
• Performs other duties consistent with the role and function of this classification.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Natural or Environmental Science, Natural Resource Management, Sustainability, Environmental Studies, Public Communication, Environmental Engineering, or related field, and
• One (1) year experience in water conservation, natural resources, education or advocacy work, or water sustainability experience, or
• Any combination of experience and training which provides the equivalent scope of knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the work.

• Must possess a valid Driver’s License and obtain a Montana Driver’s License within 60 days of employment.
• Must successfully complete the Qualified Water Efficient Landscaper (QWEL) program within one year of employment and maintain certification throughout employment.
• Must successfully complete the Irrigation Association’s Certified Landscape Irrigation Auditor (CLIA) program within two years of employment and maintain certification throughout employment.

• Knowledge of or ability to quickly learn the function of services within the public sector, preferably within a municipal government.
• Knowledge of or ability to quickly learn current practices and procedures involved in City service delivery.
• Knowledge of modern office procedures, practices and equipment, including filing systems and methods of communication.
• Knowledge of water resource issues and conservation concepts and practices.
• Knowledge of the methods, processes, and procedures to conduct research.
• Knowledge of or ability to quickly learn basic web editing and use of social media applications.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment while managing concurrent projects and tasks.
• Ability to analyze and interpret information and develop effective solutions in response to changing situations with minimal supervision.
• Ability to communicate technical information to a wide range of individuals, including those who may be upset regarding City activities or policies.
• Ability to retrieve, organize, track and analyze data.
• Ability to perform indoor and outdoor water use assessments and irrigation audits.
• Ability to prepare and present accurate and reliable reports containing findings and recommendations.
• Ability to operate a personal computer using standard or customized software applications appropriate to assigned tasks.
• Ability to communicate effectively with others, both orally and in writing, using both technical and non-technical language.
• Ability to use logical and creative thought processes to develop solutions according to written specifications and/or oral instructions.
• Ability to perform a wide variety of duties and responsibilities with accuracy and speed under the pressure of time-sensitive deadlines.
• Ability to safely operate and care for motor vehicles and/or assigned City owned equipment.
• Ability and willingness to quickly learn and put to use new skills and knowledge brought about by rapidly changing information and/or technology.
• Demonstrates ingenuity and inventiveness and the use of the appropriate levels of discretion in the performance of assigned tasks.
• Consistently performs assignments in accordance with the City’s Core Values of Integrity, Leadership, Service and Teamwork.

• Offers for employment are conditional upon satisfactory completion of the conditional offer process including, but not limited to a driving record history check, criminal background check, thorough reference checks, and a general internet search.

Salary : $33 - $36