Kern County Water Agency

The Kern County Water Agency (Agency) was created in 1961 by a special act of the California State Legislature and serves as the local contracting entity for the State Water Project. The Agency participates in a wide scope of water management activities, including water quality, flood control and groundwater operations to preserve and enhance Kern County’s water supply—the main ingredient for the well-being of an economy.

Over the years, the Agency has experienced extreme variations in water supply on both local and statewide fronts due to drought conditions, increasing environmental regulations in the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta and ever-expanding demands on the state’s water system. Making the best possible use of existing water supplies and protecting these supplies from external threats have become increasingly important. The Agency will continue to face these challenges by developing unique solutions and striving for excellence in technical, administrative, policy-making and financial arenas.

Full time
 
Kern County Water Agency Sacramento, CA, USA
Kern County Water Agency Sacramento Office Water Resources Planner IV $132,309 - $160,930 Annually $5,089 - $6,190 Biweekly   The Kern County Water Agency (Agency) is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Water Resources Planner IV in its Sacramento, California office.  This position will be responsible for assisting with or leading the planning, development and implementation of water management programs, projects and contracts to meet the water supply needs of Kern County. Note: This position is based in Sacramento, California and requires travel for extended periods of time, including overnight travel.  Travel to/from Bakersfield, California during introductory period will be frequent. All applicants must possess a Bachelor’s degree in business, environmental studies, engineering or related field with appliable coursework.  Five (5) years of increasing responsibility performing business, environmental, engineering or...