Date Posted:

October 7, 2016

Salary:

$144,993 – $176,245

Description:

Reporting to the General Manager, the Special Assistant to the General Manager plans, organizes, coordinates and manages a variety of programs and District-wide initiatives; plans, directs and coordinates legislative activities and intergovernmental affairs and programs; coordinates and manages the development of District-wide policies, plans and projects; directs and supervisors staff engaged in public education, information and public outreach; represents the District to federal, state, other water and local agencies, industry groups, and the public; identifies grant opportunities and works with other developments to secure and administer grants; and performs other related work as required.

Special Assistant to the General Manager is a single position senior management classification reporting directly to the General Manager. With limited direction within a framework of broad policies and procedures, the incumbent is responsible for coordinating the development of: District-wide programs, including grants,, strategic plan implementation, legislative and intergovernmental affairs programs, public information and school education programs and other projects of District-wide impact. Assignments are given in general terms and there is significant latitude for discretion and independent judgment to achieve overall goals and objectives of areas of responsibility.

Qualifications:

Possession of a Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university with a major in engineering or water related science, environmental studies, political science, communications, public relations, organizational development, public or business administration, or a closely related field; and five (5) years of progressively responsible project/program management experience with responsibility for legislative affairs, community outreach, water-related programs or similar type experience. Supervisory experience and experience representing public/private agencies is desired.

Other requirements: Must possess a valid Class C California driver’s license and have a satisfactory driving record.

How to Apply:

Application materials may be obtained through the online application system at: www.acwd.org.

Completed application materials must be submitted online no later than 5:00 p.m., on Sunday, October 30, 2016. Application materials must include a completed Alameda County Water District Employment Application and supplemental questionnaire. Incomplete applications will not be given further consideration.

Filing Deadline:

October 30, 2016 5:00 p.m.