The Lincoln Institute of Land Policy seeks to improve quality of life through the effective use, taxation, and stewardship of land. A nonprofit private operating foundation whose origins date to 1946, the Lincoln Institute researches and recommends creative approaches to land as a solution to economic, social, and environmental challenges. Through education, training, publications, and events, we integrate theory and practice to inform public policy decisions worldwide. With locations in Cambridge, Massachusetts; Washington, DC; Phoenix; and Beijing, we organize our work around six goals: low-carbon, climate-resilient communities and regions; efficient and equitable tax systems; reduced poverty and spatial inequality; fiscally healthy communities and regions; sustainably managed land and water resources; and functional land markets and reduced informality. 

Position Overview 
The Lincoln Institute of Land Policy seeks a Director, Water Policy to manage and nurture the water-related policy analysis and research housed within the land and water impact area. You will set strategies and conduct timely and relevant policy and research analysis that aligns and agrees with the strategic goals (portfolio) of the impact area and the mission of the Lincoln Institute. 

The preferred base for this position is Phoenix, AZ. However, consideration may also be given to candidates seeking to be based in Cambridge, MA, or Washington D.C. where we have additional offices. This position will be expected to be in office at least 2 days weekly, and to travel up to 35% of the time. 

This position will be responsible for managing all aspects of the Colorado River Management and Hydrologic Modeling Section and will serve as a subject matter expert and advisor on complex and strategic issues related to the Colorado River. The position is responsible for managing Colorado River technical work and assisting the directorate and legal divisions with management and policy efforts on the Colorado River.

The position is also responsible for maintaining stakeholder relations with local, regional, state and federal agencies and working with a broad array of internal and external partners to improve coordination and collaboration to contribute to the Department's efforts to improve the reliability of Colorado River water supplies for Arizona.

This position requires the ability to travel in state, nationally and internationally. 

This position is responsible for the management and oversight of regulatory, permitting, and planning sections within the Department’s Planning and Permitting Division.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in water policy, planning, regulation, history, and politics, with government experience at the local, state, and/or federal level, as well as managerial experience. They will be skilled in meeting strategic goals and will possess the ability to build regional partnerships and develop consensus-based programs and strategies.

The successful candidate will have the ability to build effective working relationships with leadership and staff throughout the agency. They will demonstrate careful judgment and tact, communicate, and effectively engage with representatives from government, staff of all levels, senior representatives from industry, and the broader community. They should have experience working collaboratively on boards, committees, and in stakeholder groups—including leadership roles—to develop consensus-based solutions to challenges. They will be skilled in problem identification and analysis; applying analytical and research methods and techniques; and researching, interpreting, analyzing, and evaluating regulatory, legal, and technical documents.  

The Colorado River Management and Hydrologic Modeling Section is responsible for supporting the agency Director as the designated Governor’s Representative managing Colorado River negotiations and issues within the basin.

The position will work closely with an internal team as well as colleagues across the basin and the Bureau of Reclamation in managing data and performing quality control for a variety of Colorado River issues. The position’s duties overlap with the public policy pertaining to the future management of the Colorado River.

Ideal candidates will have a background in water policy and management. Additional relevant experience may include surface hydrology and climatology. The ability to translate data and scenarios into possible future management policy is an essential function of this position. The candidate will work closely with the Deputy Assistant Director in ADWR’s Colorado River Section as well as ADWR leadership.

This position will be responsible for the management and oversight of the Department’s Assured and Adequate Water Supply (AAWS) Programs.  Both the Assured and Adequate Water Supply Programs evaluate the availability of a 100-year water supply considering current and committed demand, as well as growth projections, before homes can be sold.  The Assured Water Supply Program operates in the state’s Active Management Areas (AMAs).  It is designed to sustain the state’s economic health by preserving groundwater resources and promoting long-term water supply planning.  The Adequate Water Supply Program operates outside of the AMAs, ensuring that the water adequacy or inadequacy is disclosed in the public report provided to potential first purchasers and that any water supply limitations are described in promotional or advertising material. 

The AAWS Section currently comprises a professional team of two hydrogeologists and seven water resource specialists.  The work is complex, requiring significant policy and technical expertise, and it is fast-paced, deadline-driven, and frequently sensitive in nature. The team works collaboratively to problem solve, innovate, and meet objectives; supporting, challenging, and learning from one another. 

The Recharge and Recovery Manager Senior leads a team of professional staff with the responsibility to review, process, approve or deny applications, and issue permits for the Underground Storage, Savings and Replenishment (Recharge) Program and Recovery Well Permitting for the State of Arizona in accordance with State and Federal statutes and ADWR rules, polices, and procedures.  The manager reports directly to the Deputy Assistant Director of the Planning & Permitting Division.  The section’s work is complex, fast-paced, deadline-driven, and frequently sensitive in nature.  The team works collaboratively to solve problems and meet objectives, supporting, challenging, and learning from one another. 

The Senior Engineering Technician position at the City of Tucson’s Water Department is responsible for preparing and reviewing water pipeline and facility design plans that support the planning, design, and construction of the City's water infrastructure. This position ensures compliance with Tucson Water standards, specifications, and applicable regulations. Work is performed under the supervision of the Civil Engineer. This position does not supervise.

The College of Agriculture, Forestry and Life Sciences at Clemson University invites applications for the position of Executive Director of the South Carolina Water Resources Center. The Executive Director will hold an academic appointment as Associate Professor/Professor in one of three CAFLS departments: Plant and Environmental Sciences, Agricultural Sciences, or Forestry and Environmental Conservation Department.

The Executive Director serves as the principal spokesperson for the SCWRC, both internally and externally. This tenured-faculty position provides leadership and support to maintain and advance strong integrated research and Extension programs appropriate for the SCWRC, addressing the multifaceted needs of South Carolinians. The Executive Director will lead the SCWRC, manage Public Service and Agriculture (PSA) focused water resources initiatives (facilitating water research, outreach and engagement, and Extension education and training programs), and serve as the lead for coordinating PSA projects with local, state and federal water resource agencies to identify issues in sustainable water management where Clemson research and Extension can provide solutions.

The Executive Director will provide a compelling vision for innovative, interdisciplinary research and Extension initiatives; foster a collegial working environment at the SCWRC; facilitate the development of collaborative relationships with Clemson University faculty, whether located on main campus or at Research and Education Centers across the state; and strengthen working relationships with local communities, external funding agencies, commodity groups, research collaborators at partner institutions, and other key constituency groups.