Local recruitment: Water Quality & Remediation Division Head

Southern Ute Indian Tribe

Ignacio, CO, USA 🇺🇸

Closing Date

Position is open until filled. 

Position Summary

Under general supervision of the Environmental Programs Director, responsible for the planning and management of Southern Ute Indian Tribal Water Quality, Brownfields, and General Assistance Programs. This position is a grade E18; salary is $99,984.00/annually. 

Education and Experience

Must have a BA/BS in in a Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics (STEM) or Environmental Sciences field and 8 years of applied experience working in a water quality and/or environmental remediation technical position; OR a MA/MS in a STEM or Environmental Sciences field and 6 years of applied experience in a water quality and/or environmental remediation technical position. 

Must have 5 years of water program or environmental project staff supervision and scheduling.

Must have experience developing, coordinating, and administering environmental or science related programs, grants, and budgets at an administrative level.

Must have extensive knowledge of applicable Federal and state laws and regulations regarding water quality and environmental issues, processes, and programs.

Must have computer experience with software programs including Microsoft Word, Excel, ArcGIS.

Must have a valid Driver’s License for the state of residency and be insurable under the Tribal vehicle insurance policy.

Must pass a thorough background check including Criminal History and pre-employment drug test.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Eight (8) years of experience in a technical and regulatory water quality or remediation field including environmental project and staff management experience.

MS in Hydrology, Water Resources, or related discipline.

Experience with Tribal Water Quality Standards and Colorado Water Quality Control Commission Regulations. 

Experience in the development and administration of water pollution control programs.

Current Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response Standard (HAZWOPER) certification.

Two (2) years of managerial/ administrative experience with a Native American Indian Tribe

Company

Southern Ute Indian Tribe

Job Location

Ignacio, CO

How To Apply

Please apply online at:https://careers.southernute.com/pfund

Hiring Preference

TERO Preference. 


POSITION TYPE

ORGANIZATION TYPE

EXPERIENCE-LEVEL

DEGREE REQUIRED

IHE Delft - MSc in Water and Sustainable Development