The Grand Valley Water Users’ Association in Grand Junction, CO is seeking a manager. Reporting to an 11-member board, the manager implements the board’s directives and policies and manages the administrative and operational functions of the Association.
GVWUA maintains and operates the USBR Grand Valley Project in Grand Junction, CO. Our system includes a diversion dam on the Colorado River, 55 miles of canal and 150 miles of laterals, irrigating 23,340 acres.
Requirements include knowledge and experience in irrigation system operation and excellent management, budgeting and customer relations skills.
Salary range is $70K - $90K depending on qualifications and experience. In addition, GVWUA provides a full benefits package including retirement and health insurance.
For more information or a detailed job description, contact John Potter at
To apply please submit a cover letter and resume including education, employment/salary history and references to GVWUA, Attn: Manager Position, 1147 24 Road, Grand Junction, CO 81505. Deadline is May 8, 2013.
Location: Denver, CO, US Water Resources Analyst-25046
Description Summary:
Apply knowledge and technical expertise to forecast, plan, acquire, and contract for the utilization of water used for the generation of electricity and thermal energy, and to provide for integrated management for all Xcel Energy water resources in Colorado, Texas and New Mexico. Help negotiate multi-million dollar, long-term water supply contracts and assist in managing the same. Assist in managing water resources to provide a reliable water supply for all electric generating facilities, and protect and enhance existing company water rights. Essential Responsibilities - Administer all Colorado Xcel Energy water rights, water contracts, water agreements, water purchases, and water sales. Perform detailed technical accounting of water use at Xcel Energy facilities in accordance with complex terms of court decrees to the satisfaction of state and federal regulatory agencies and other water users. Assist in developing budget recommendations for water resource expenditures of approximately $7.5 million annually to Xcel Energy�s Colorado generating stations. Provide recommendations to protect and enhance all existing water rights and recommend filing of applications for new water rights. Maximize revenues and utilization of any excess water resources during each water year.
- Plan for present and long-term future water resource needs of all Energy Supply facilities in Colorado, Texas and New Mexico. Assist in developing strategies, alternatives, policies, procedures, and guidelines for water resource management. Evaluate water management impacts on the financial position of Xcel Energy with consideration given to both stockholders and ratepayers.
- Assist in negotiating multi-million dollar, long-term water supply contracts. Evaluate multimillion-dollar water rights for purchase.
- Provide technical support for water court cases, both as applicant and as opposer. Review documents, decrees, engineering, and reports. Perform studies and investigations and negotiate with opposing parties.
- Develop and maintain good lines of communication in the area of water management by developing extensive contacts in the water community, including Denver Water, the Colorado Water Congress, the Northern Colorado Water Conservancy District, the State Engineers Office including division engineers, water commissioners, and State dam safety personnel, FERC representatives, the Colorado Water Congress legislative committee, Governmental Affairs, and various other water entities and associations.
At Xcel Energy, our customers' quality of life depends on the energy we provide. Every time they flip a switch or turn a dial, they tap into the energy of over 12,000 people working to make life better. As a leading combination electricity and natural gas energy company, Xcel Energy offers a comprehensive portfolio of energy-related products and services to 3.4 million electricity and 1.9 million natural gas customers.
Xcel Energy has become a leader in the energy industry by demonstrating excellence in environmental performance. Our environmental commitment includes improving air quality, conserving resources, harnessing renewable energy, and protecting wildlife and habitats.
Xcel Energy's vitality comes from our people. It takes professionals in engineering, customer service, linemen, marketing and sales professionals, energy traders, mechanics, finance and accounting professionals and many others to power our company. We offer competitive compensation and benefit programs that include a range of options and coverage levels.
The successful candidate will be placed at a level that is commensurate with the candidate's skills and experience.
Qualifications
Required
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Physical Science - 2 years experience with Colorado water rights investigations and administration of water resources
Preferred - Master's degree
Primary Location:CO-Denver Schedule:Full-time Union Position:Non-Bargaining
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