CAGRD Manager (Central Arizona Groundwater Replenishment District)
Salary
$168,188.80 - $185,016.00 Annually
Location
Headquarters - Phoenix 85024, AZ
Job Type
Full-Time
Remote Employment
Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number
1358
Department
CAGRD
Opening Date
04/29/2026
Closing Date
5/20/2026 11:59 PM Arizona
Overview & Purpose
About the Pay
Note: The salary range listed $168,188.80 - $185,016.00 reflects the target hiring range only and does not represent the full employee pay range for this position.
About Central Arizona Project
Central Arizona Project (CAP) is a 336-mile system that supplies Colorado River water to central and southern Arizona. More than 6 million people rely on this supply. CAP employs nearly 500 people who enjoy a team-oriented and safety-focused work culture. The close community of a small company is driven to help fulfill our extremely valuable mission.
Hear what our employees are saying about working for CAP
Compensation & Benefits Package includes:
About the Responsibilities
As the CAGRD Manager, you would manage the Central Arizona Groundwater Replenishment District (CAGRD). The CAGRDs primary role is to provide replenishment services for Member Lands and Member Service Areas.
The CAGRD Manager leads all the affairs of the groundwater replenishment district including the execution of all aspects of the mission of the CAGRD. These include the financial operations, management of CAGRD staff that administer the core functions of the CAGRD including membership enrollment, annual reporting, fee/assessment collection and the management of associated information and data associated with these functions. The Manager also leads planning functions for the CAGRD including the development of the CAGRD Plan of Operation and the mid plan review in coordination with other CAP departments. The CAGRD Manager also has considerable engagement with the CAWCD Board of Directors with direct engagement supporting the CAGRD and Underground Storage Committee.
The Manager engages with Arizona Stakeholders and the broader Arizona water community on matters that impact the CAGRD, including state policy relative to the Assured Water Supply Program and legislative efforts that affect the management, accounting or use of groundwater within the areas where the CAGRD operates.
The CAGRD Manager working with the Water Programs and Acquisition Department to acquire water supplies for meet the water replenishment obligations of the groundwater replenishment district.
Some of the responsibilities include:
Responsible for developing the CAGRD Plan of Operation in compliance with all laws, rules and regulations. Also responsible for overseeing evaluation and reporting of actual enrollment, activations, annual replenishment obligation trends and water supply acquisitions throughout the Plan period.
Responsible for managing the operations of the CAGRD, including membership enrollment, annual reporting, rate-setting, revenue generation, water supply acquisition and satisfaction of replenishment obligations. Ensures that all CAGRD operations comply with the Plan of Operation.
Responsible for developing, supporting, analyzing and modifying, as necessary, policy direction for the CAGRD. Interprets the statutory mandates and authorities conferred on the CAGRD and translates those into strategic plans and working policies.
4.Assists in review and revision of state laws, rules and regulations pertaining to the CAGRD, the States Assured Water Supply Program and to groundwater recharge.
5.Consults regularly with Arizona Department of Water Resources (ADWR) to coordinate the policies of the CAGRD with the states assured water supply program and the Groundwater Code. Consults regularly with developers, water providers, other state agencies, and the public concerning the purpose of the CAGRD, its policies, costs, and plans.
About the Qualifications
Required Certifications or Licenses: Must have a valid Arizona drivers license and maintain a good driving record. If candidate is hired from outside of Arizona, they will be required to obtain an Arizona drivers license.
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If youre a strategic leader in water resource management who values collaboration and public service, we invite you to apply today - help shape Arizonas water future.
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I have reviewed the target hiring range for this position. I understand that this target range does not reflect the full employee pay range for this job. I understand that in addition to pay, CAP provides employees with a generous benefits package including pension, 401(k), excellent health insurance with $0 employee-only premium, dental, vision, life, disability, 4-10 work schedule with Fridays off, paid training, tuition reimbursement, paid parental leave, paid holidays, paid time off, wellness programs, and more.
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Which best describes your highest level of education?
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How many years of progressive experience in resource planning, resource management, and/or policymaking do you have?
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Please describe any direct experience or knowledge working with the CAGRD or Arizona's assured water supply program.
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Employer Central Arizona Project
Address 23636 N. 7th Street
Phoenix, Arizona, 85024
Website http://www.cap-az.com