MANAGER 2, PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER
Salary
$95,630.40 - $144,510.48 Annually
Location
Carson City
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
2026-01549
Department
DCNR - DIVISION OF WATER RESOURCES
Opening Date
04/20/2026
Closing Date
7/28/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit
N/A
Max Number of Applicants
50
Salary Grade
44
Full Physical Address of Position (City, State, Zip)
Carson City, NV
Job Summary
This position is responsible for overseeing the Adjudications and Well Drilling Sections of the Nevada Division of Water Resources. The responsibilities of this position as it relates to the Adjudications Section include, but are not limited to, overseeing the adjudication of pre-statutory water right claims, administering existing Decrees, and representing the State Engineer in adjudication related legal matters. Duties include reviewing and engaging in all phases of the adjudication process, including the calling for and filing of claims, the drafting and circulation of the preliminary order of determination, assisting with the administrative hearing on objections, drafting and circulation of the final order of determination, and working with the Office of the Attorney General through the judicial process and the hearing on exceptions leading to the final decree. The incumbent is responsible for providing supervision and guidance to adjudication staff in performing field investigations, hydrographic surveys and supporting the drafting of preliminary and final orders of determination. The responsibilities of the position as it relates to the Well Drilling Section includes, but is not limited to, overseeing the Well Driller's Advisory Board, well driller licensing program, administering water well drilling regulations including waivers and notices of intent to drill, reviewing and updating water well drilling regulations as appropriate, and assisting in administrative hearings on water well drilling violations. Duties of the position also include acting as a liaison for the State Engineer, assisting the Deputy Administrators with legislative issues, and the preparation and review of rulings, preparing complex water right permit terms in accordance with Nevada Water Law, overseeing groundwater inventories, certification of water rights, pumpage inventories, monitoring data, performing field investigations and supervising engineering staff and well supervisors.
Managers in this series are Professional Engineers (P.E.) who plan, coordinate and oversee projects, programs and consultant contracts/agreements; perform professional engineering functions requiring analysis involving the application of advanced principles and abstract concepts in the development of unique solutions to solve difficult problems; develop policies, procedures and long and short range goals.
Essential Qualifications
Current licensure as a Professional Engineer (P.E.) and three years of progressively responsible professional engineering experience in a supervisory or responsible project charge capacity; OR licensure and an equivalent combination of education and experience; OR one year of experience as a Manager I, Professional Engineer in Nevada State service; OR three years of experience as a Supervisor, Professional Engineer in Nevada State service.
Job Duties
Interact and communicate with internal managers administrators as well as executives, officials and regulatory representatives to solve problems and negotiate solutions involving conflict or controversy requiring interpretation/application of policy or to negotiate solutions within policy guidelines.
Direct and manage subordinate staff including subordinate supervisors; establish work performance standards and evaluate performance; recommend and initiate disciplinary action when necessary by reviewing circumstances, seriousness of offense, impacts, and probable cause to maintain fair and impartial control and to uphold the departments standards of performance; organize, coordinate and delegate projects and assignments.
Represent the department at various hearings, meetings, conferences, public news media interviews, and at city and county council meetings to provide information and answer questions pertaining to federal and State rules and regulations and department policies, procedures and projects.
Assist in budget development by recommending division, branch or section operational needs and other pertinent cost factors; attend finance, staff and status meetings to represent the division, branch or section.
Provide technical engineering assistance to staff and various committees and groups; testify in court proceedings and claims against the department to provide oral and written testimony, as required, and serve as an expert witness in lawsuits and other court matters.
Perform related duties as assigned.
Under general direction, incumbents function as either the head of a major work unit in a division within the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources such as Environmental Protection or Water Resources. Manager II, Professional Engineer positions are distinguished from the Manager I, Professional Engineer positions by the greater degree of complexity in the nature of work performed and the knowledge, skills and abilities required.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
This class specification lists the major knowledge, skills and abilities of the job and is not all inclusive. Incumbent(s) will be expected to have knowledge, skills and abilities from a previous level.
Detailed knowledge of: mathematics, algebra, geometry, trigonometry and statistics to perform calculations and professional engineering work; engineering principles and practices; principles of organization and management in an engineering environment; civil engineering terminology.
Working knowledge of: management fundamentals in order to determine and revise priorities, assign tasks, influence personnel, and improve production.
Ability to: communicate orally using appropriate vocabulary and grammar to obtain and provide information and to explain policies and procedures to persons of varying levels of engineering expertise; read, interpret, and determine the effect of technical documents, research reports, engineering journals, and federal and State regulations; review and critique the work of other personnel; make comprehensive recommendations on engineering problems; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with federal, state and local governments; adapt to anticipated and unanticipated changes due to internal or external factors in order to reach organizational goals and objectives; reason logically; work a varied schedule; travel on short notice for business purposes; respond to rapid changes in conversation involving difficult questions; think through the consequences of a decision before making it; negotiate, exchange ideas, information, and opinions with others to formulate policies and programs and/or arrive jointly at a decision, conclusion or solution; solve conflicts by identifying the problem, determining its effects, analyzing alternate solutions, choosing the optimum solution, and taking the necessary action to implement the solution; foster a stimulating, accepting learning environment; and all knowledge, skills and abilities required at the lower level.
Recruiter Contact Information: Susan Ashley - q.ashley@admin.nv.gov
The State of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building diverse, inclusive, and innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages.
Please send direct Inquiries or correspondence to the recruiter listed on this announcement.
Benefits include:
Health Insurance: Medical, dental, life, and disability insurance programs for employees and their dependents/family are offered through the Public Employees' Benefits Program (PEBP).
Vacation: Accrual of three weeks of annual leave each year.
Sick Leave: Accrual of three weeks of sick leave each year.
Holidays: 12 paid holidays per year.
Retirement: Participation in the Nevada Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). Employees do not contribute to Social Security but will contribute to PERS if their position is at 50% or more full-time equivalency. For more information on how PERS service may impact Social Security benefits, visit the SSA publication.
Deferred Compensation: The State offers a voluntary Deferred Compensation Program.
No Nevada state income tax.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness: Eligible due to public sector employment.
Longevity Payments Eligibility: Employees who have received a performance rating of "standard" or better and have completed eight (8) or more years of continuous service are eligible for longevity pay.
Additional benefits may apply to employees covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), depending on their designated bargaining unit. For more information, visit the Labor Relations Unit (LRU).
For more details about your rights and responsibilities as a State of Nevada employee, please review the State of Nevada Employee Handbook (PDF).
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Third Monday in February................ Washington's Birthday
Last Monday in May........................... Memorial Day
June 19................................................ Juneteenth Day
July 4.................................................... Independence Day
First Monday in September.............. Labor Day
Last Friday in October....................... Nevada Day
November 11........................................ Veterans Day
Fourth Thursday in November........ Thanksgiving Day
Friday following the Fourth Thursday in November...................... Family Day
December 25........................................ Christmas Day
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Do you have any of the following?
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Describe your experience and education as it relates to the adjudication of water rights in accordance with NRS Chapter 533 within the State of Nevada.
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Describe your experience performing field inspections and writing field investigation reports.
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Describe your experience with the administration of Nevada Water Law.
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Describe your experience with administering Nevada's water Well Drilling regulations.
Required Question
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