$126,131.20 - $153,337.60/Yearly Apply by 5:00 PM September 3, 2026 at https://www.jobapscloud.com/Alameda/sup/bulpreview.asp?b=&R1=26&R2=4940&R3=01 THE

POSITION

: The Water Conservation and Planning Specialist provides a variety of office and field water conservation and water resources planning duties in support of the Zone 7 Water Agency's Water Resources Division, establishes and maintains detailed and interrelated record-keeping systems; reviews, evaluates, inspects landscape and water resources plans and projects; provides water conservation consultation and equipment to consumers; supports outreach efforts; conducts water audits; instructs on water audit methods; and performs related work as required. The position serves as the Agency's representative to the community in the implementation of Water Conservation programs. This classification involves frequent contact with the community and stakeholders in situations that require technical expertise, effective communication, and public relations skills.

BENEFITS

: Zone 7 offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that affords wide-ranging health care options to meet the needs of a diverse workforce and their families•. These benefits include but are not limited to: Health & Well-Being (Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, EAP) Financial Security (Defined Retirement, 457 or Roth plans) Alameda County Retirement Assoc. Work/Life Balance (12 paid holidays and up to 4 paid floating holidays; vacation and sick leave accrual; vacation purchase; childcare resources; and flexible work options upon approval) Tuition Reimbursement - up to $7,500 per fiscal year Longevity Pay (2% at 5 years, additional 2% at 10 years) •Eligibility is determined by Alameda County and offerings may vary by collective bargaining agreement. This provides a brief summary of the benefits offered and can be subject to change.

Qualifications:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

The possession of a bachelor s degree from an accredited college or university with a major in environmental science, physical science, urban planning, natural resources management, water resources, public administration, business administration, sociology, public relations, water conservation, landscape architecture, horticulture, engineering, or a related field.

AND Experience:

The equivalent of one (1) year of full-time professional experience in the water resources field or a closely related field, performing water conservation, planning, irrigation/landscape, or water resources management/engineering duties.