Voluntary Consumptive Use Program Principal 2026-02228

Salary: $6,612.67 - $7,347.60 Monthly
Location : Pinedale, WY
Job Type: Permanent Full-time
Job Number:
Department: State Engineer
Division: Division IV
Opening Date: 09/14/2026
FLSA: Determined by Position
Job Classification: ENNR10

Description and Functions
Open Until Filled
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
This position will serve multiple roles in support of the State Engineer's Office's mission to protect both inter- and intra-state waters of Wyoming, including appropriation, distribution, and application to beneficial use of water as provided under the prior appropriation doctrine, and to maintain the flexibility within that framework to meet the changing needs of the citizens of Wyoming. Their initial primary duty will be to assist in developing and implementing the Voluntary Water Conservation Program. This program was recently established through Wyoming Statutes §§ 41-3-117 through 119. Once implemented, the primary duty will be to assist with complex technical reviews of the applications submitted for the Program. This position will be solely responsible for field verifications of conservation projects and accounting. This position may also assist in other field administration activities, including stream gaging and other duties as assigned.

Human Resource Contact: Rachael Reinhardt 307-777-6143
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed in the job level.

• Assist in development and implementation of the Voluntary Water Conservation Program Act, Wyoming Statutes §§ 41-3-117 through 119. This includes development of rules and forms for the Voluntary Water Conservation Program (Program) and participation in public meetings.
• Assist with complex technical reviews of conservation project applications and ensure proper field administration and accounting can be accomplished.
• Ensure compliance with the statutes and rules associated with the consumptive use program, including historic consumptive use.
• Analyze conveyance loss and storage of water conserved under the application and review other factors to ensure the approved application will not injuriously affect the water rights of other appropriators.
• Field administration of projects to ensure compliance.
• Accounting of water from the point of conservation to the reservoir or location where the conserved or contributed water will be stored or used.
• Produce annual reports with two legislative committees.

Qualifications
PREFERENCES:
Preference may be given to applicants with a Bachelor's degree in civil engineering (water resources), hydrology, watershed sciences, agricultural engineering or other natural resources field plus four years of work experience in water resource management.
KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of hydrology and water resources; engineering principles and practices; irrigation practices; water rights law, regulation and water administration policies and practices in Wyoming and the west.
• Knowledge of federal and state natural resource, case law, regulations and policies; water resource applications of computer modeling and its applications and limitations including analysis and calculations of evapotranspiration of water, consumptive use of water by agricultural crops, depletions associated with ground and surface water, transit losses and water balance studies.
• Skills in interpersonal, written and verbal communications.
• Skills in managing time and resources.
• Knowledge of computer applications for creating, manipulating and updating spreadsheets, databases and presentations.
• Knowledge of hydrologic data collection, interpretation, analysis and reporting; use of a variety of hydrologic measuring and monitoring equipment and tools for data collection; stream gaging telemetry and measuring device installation and maintenance; complex mathematical computations; maps and records interpretation.
• Skills in reviewing and comprehending technical studies, modeling, reports, proposals, and other documents to determine relevancy and accuracy of information; summarizing technical presentations and policy development dialogues.
• Ability to create and manipulate maps with GIS software; interpret aerial infrared photography and satellite imagery to determine the status of irrigation and land use.
• Analyze land survey data, hydraulics, water storage and flow measurement data; work effectively in groups to convey information and represent Wyoming's interests.
• Think strategically on complex technical/political issues; manage multiple tasks simultaneously; present and convey information clearly and concisely to groups or individuals verbally, electronically and/or in writing to ensure they understand the information.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:

Bachelor's Degree (typically in The Sciences)

Experience:

1-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in The Sciences) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Natural Resources Analyst

OR

Education & Experience Substitution:

4-6 years of progressive work experience (typically in The Sciences) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Natural Resources Analyst
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

None
Necessary Special Requirements
PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Position requires the physical ability to hike, lift, wade water, snowmobile and drive all terrain vehicles and work in unpredictable and inclement weather conditions in remote areas while working alone.
• Position requires extensive travel, often for multi-day periods, up to 30% of the time.

NOTES:

• FLSA: Exempt

Supplemental Information
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01

(AA) Which of the following best describes your highest completed level of education to date or within the next three (3) months? (Transcripts may be required.)

• High School Diploma/GED/or Equivalent
• Some college Coursework, No Degree Received
• Associate's Degree
• Associate's Degree and additional coursework
• Bachelor's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree and additional coursework
• Master's Degree
• Master's Degree and additional coursework
• Doctorate Degree
• Doctorate Degree and additional coursework
• None of the Above

02

(AA) Which of the following Quarter/Semester credit hours best describes your completed college education to date or within the next three (3) months? (Transcripts may be required.)

• 45+ Quarter hours/30+ Semester hours
• 90+ Quarter hours/60+ Semester hours
• 136+ Quarter hours/91+ Semester hours
• 180+ Quarter hours/120+ Semester hours
• 225+ Quarter hours/150+Semester hours
• N/A

03

(ENNR10) Which of the following best describes your work experience in Natural Resources? Experience definition: (This experience includes, but may not be limited to, the following: Environmental Sciences, Natural Resources, GIS experience, or other similar experience.)

• No relevant experience.
• Less than one (1) year of relevant experience.
• One (1) to two (2) years of relevant experience.
• Three (3) to less than four (4) years of relevant experience.
• Four (4) or more years of relevant experience.

04

(AA) Describe your relevant experience below.
05

Do you have a Bachelor's degree in civil engineering (water resources), hydrology, watershed sciences, agricultural engineering or other natural resources field?

• Yes
• No

06

(A1) Where did you hear about this opportunity?

• Government Jobs @www.governmentjobs.com/careers/wyoming
• Indeed
• LinkedIn
• Zip Recruiter
• Wyoming Workforce Center
• Other job sites (Wyoming at Work, Monster, etc.)
• Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, etc.)
• Newspaper/Newsletter Advertisement
• Career Fair
• Human Resources Division
• Friend or Acquaintance (Not State Employee)
• Current State Employee
• Other

07

(A1) If you selected "Current State Employee" please provide the employee's first and last name, and include the department they work for, if known. Please limit this response to only one employee. This employee may be eligible for a Referral Bonus.
08

(A1) If you selected Other, please tell us where you heard about this opportunity.
09

(AA) VETERANS' PREFERENCE DISCLOSURE:** Per Wyoming Statute, current employees of the State of Wyoming are not eligible for Veterans' Preference. If you are not a current employee of the State of Wyoming, to be eligible to receive Veterans' Preference you **MUST** have been a resident of the State of Wyoming for a period of one (1) year or more at any time prior to submitting this application.*** I have read and understand the Veterans' Preference Disclosure and understand that, if claiming Veterans' Preference, I must attach the appropriate supporting documentation to each application I submit in order to receive Veterans' Preference.

• Yes, I have read and understand the Veterans' Preference Disclosure.
• No, I am not claiming Veterans' Preference

10

(AA) VETERANS' PREFERENCE: If you are a war veteran as defined in section 101, Title 38, United States Code or are the surviving spouse of a war veteran who receives survivor benefits from the federal government based on the veteran's military service, and wish to claim veterans' preference, please attach the appropriate documentation substantiating your claim. Indicate below your appropriate veterans' preference status. By requesting veterans' preference, you are certifying that you meet the statutory requirements as described in the above disclosure.

• Current State Employee
• Veteran - DD214 Att