Water Resources Planner

**DEADLINE TO APPLY**: **July 1, 2026, at 11:59pm** **THE POSITION:** The City of Hayward is seeking a candidate to join its progressive and dynamic Utilities team as the Water Resources Planner. Reporting directly to the Water Resources Manager – Utilities, the Water Resources Planner plans and implements assigned water resources activities, that may include, but not be limited to, water conservation and water use efficiency program analysis, development and oversight, integrated water supply planning, public outreach and education, grant administration, legislative analysis, and technical report preparation. Evaluates existing and proposed policies and programs, advocates on behalf of the City, and provides leadership and technical expertise to deliver safe, reliable water service to Hayward customers. **You are:** The ideal candidate will bring a broad knowledge of water resources planning and development, and possess strong problem-solving and decision-making skills. The Water Resources Planner is expected to be an experienced project manager, with excellent verbal and written communication skills, who enjoys working collaboratively and is committed to building relationships and representing the City's interests in a positive and engaging manner. **What you will do:** Duties may include but are not limited to the following: - Implement water resources activities, including water conservation and water use efficiency programs. - Prepare technical analyses of water resources, including supply and demand projections and water supply allocations during droughts. - Prepare and submit reports and data requests to State and Regional entities. - Plan, research and prepare complex technical and administrative reports and recommendations on water resources planning issues. - Develop and maintain social media and website information and prepare outreach materials related to water resources. - Represent the City at regional water resources meetings. - Track and evaluate legislation and regulations as they pertain to water supply and prepare analyses and comments to address the City's interests. - Develop water supply assessments in compliance with California Water Code and any subsequent laws and regulations that integrate land use and water supply planning. - Assist in preparing and updating the Urban Water Management Plan and other plans and studies as assigned. - Prepare grant and loan applications for water supply projects and studies. - Coordinate the procurement of technical consultants, prepare and issue requests for proposals, participate in selection, and negotiation of professional services agreements. - Assist in preparing water resources programs goals and objectives. - Prepare City Council and Council Committee communications, reports and presentation materials. - Present information to various elected and appointed officials and community groups. - Champion the implementation of sustainable water resources programs and initiatives. - Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees and the public using principles of excellent customer service. - Perform related duties as assigned. *Link to full job description:* [Water Resources Planner](https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/haywardca/classspecs/1639305?keywords=water%20resources&pagetype=classSpecifications) **CORE COMPETENCIES** Knowledge of: - Current methods, technologies, principles and practices of water resource planning, analysis, development and management. - Water conservation and water use efficiency programs. - Water project funding sources, grants and loans, and preparation of applications and administration. - Principles and practices of analytical research, project management and contract administration. - Techniques and principles of effective interpersonal communication. - Principles and methods of report writing and presentations. - Research methods and techniques. - Oral and written communication skills; busines…