A Forest or Conservation Technician works with foresters and conservation scientists to help maintain forests and natural areas. Tracks data on water, soil, disease and insect damage in forest areas; tracks wildlife and maintain trails or campsites; monitors timber and logging activity; patrols and assists with forest fire prevention measures; provides information to the public on forest or natural areas conservation .
City of Huntington Beach, CA - 4.3 Huntington Beach, CA Job Details Full-time $6,624.80 - $9,321.87 a month 9 hours ago Qualifications Program management Non-CDL Class C Full Job Description This promotional recruitment is only open to current City of Huntington Beach Regular employees. (Employees who have not completed their INITIAL probationary period are not eligible). Here in Huntington Beach, we believe passionately that becoming the best beach City in the world starts and ends with finding the right people to join our team. At this time, we have an outstanding career opportunity available, and we're looking for the right person to serve as Water Conservation Coordinator with the Public Works Department . The Position Under general supervision, implements, coordinates and monitors water conservation programs for the City; maintains and analyzes water conservation records; prepares reports on compliance with best management practices for water conservation; monitors and ensures the efficient use of energy for the Public Works Utilities Division water production and sewer lift station facilities; and performs other duties as required within the scope of the classification. The Water Conservation Coordinator will have direct contact with the public and will provide guidance to water customers, including the City, on the efficient use of water resources. Examples of Essential Duties Implement, oversee, coordinate and evaluate water conservation programs and activities; participating in the design and development of these programs as well as the City's water conservation strategies. Compile and maintain program data, especially for evaluating compliance with California Urban Water Conservation Council Best Management Practices Participate in public outreach for water conservation programs; promote public awareness and provide information to the public on specific programs and general water conservation practices. Participate in the development of marketing materials and evaluate the effectiveness thereof. Represent the City on water conservation and environmental committees, workgroups and related professional groups; participate in the development of landscape water budgets; perform water audits over all customer classes and communicate effectively to customers how to reduce water use through conservation practices; participate in the development of grant submittals and oversee the implementation of water conservation grant programs; participate in the development of requests for proposals and provide oversight in the administration agreements for contract water conservation programs Monitor, evaluate and report to management on applicable pending legislation; monitor, evaluate and report to management on new water conservation technologies, equipment, computer applications, etc Work directly with Water Production and Sewer Maintenance staff to ensure the efficient use of energy, both in terms of consumption and cost, of the Public Works Utilities Division water production and sewer lift station facilities The preceding duties have been provided as examples of the essential types of work performed by positions within this job classification. The City, at its discretion, may add, modify, change or rescind work assignments as needed. Minimum Qualifications Any combination of education, training, and experience that would likely provide the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform in the position is qualifying.
A typical combination includes:
Education:
An associate of arts degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in environmental studies, landscape architecture, horticulture, business administration, public relations or a related field. Additional qualifying experience in water conservation program administration may be substituted for the required education on a year for year basis.
Experience:
Three (3) years in water conservation program coordination/administration/management, preferably with a California water agency.
Licenses/Certifications:
Possession of a valid California Class C driver's license and an acceptable driving record are required at the time of appointment and throughout employment. American Water Works Association Water Conservation Practitioner Level 1 required, Level 2 preferred.
SPECIAL CONDITIONS
Employees regularly assigned/required to drive a city or personal vehicle in the course and scope of work shall be required to participate in the DMV Employer Pull Notice program.
Public Employee Disaster Service Worker:
In accordance with Government Code Section 3100, all Huntington Beach city employees are required to perform assigned disaster service worker duties in the event of an emergency or a disaster.
APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCEDURE
An online application must be fully completed. Applicants must clearly demonstrate that they meet the minimum education, experience, license and/or certification requirements to be invited to a virtual oral exam (weighted 100%), t entatively scheduled for August 27, 2026 . Selection Interview Appointment
