Top 113 Water resources Jobs in South Dakota

Parks and Forestry Superintendent | City of Watertown
City of Watertown, SD —Watertown, SD
- $78,332.80 - $88,212.80 a year
- Full-time
- CDL B
- Background check
- 5 years
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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11d
Territory Sales and Service Representative
Ecolab Inc. —Pierre, SD
- $55,700 - $83,700 a year
- Overtime
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Driver's License
- Paid training
- Paid parental leave
Director of Operations
RedBalloon LLC —Edgemont, SD
- $100,000 - $120,000 a year
- Full-time
- Management
- Construction site
- Dry van
- Profit sharing
- Relocation assistance
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12d
PLANT MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN III - Watertown
GCC —Watertown, SD
- $26.18 - $32.73 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
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EQUIPMENT OPERATOR- BIG STONE
GCC —Big Stone City, SD
- $23 - $26 an hour
- Seasonal
- Computer literacy
- Basic math
- High school diploma or GED
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Veterinarian-ER/GP
National Veterinary Associates —Rapid City, SD
- Email
- Patient care
- Fair chance
- ER
- Relocation assistance
- Health insurance
Water/Wastewater Technical Assistance Provider
MIDWEST ASSISTANCE PROGRAM, INC. —South Dakota
- $59,000 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- English
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Water Resources Senior Project Manager
AE2S —Sioux Falls, SD
- Overtime
- Background check
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Engineering
- Wellness program
- Paid parental leave
Water Resources Engineer - Drinking Water
Banner Associates, Inc. —Aberdeen, SD
- Engineering
- Mid-level
- Driver's License
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Sr. Project Manager - (Industrial/Municipal Water/Wastewater)
HR Green —Sioux Falls, SD
- $140,000 - $215,000 a year
- Full-time
- Construction site
- Engineering
- Office
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Utilities Director
Missouri River Energy Services —Pierre, SD
- From $126,608.61 a year
- Engineering
- Maintenance
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
South Dakota State University – Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering – Nicolai Endowed Professor in Precision Livestock Systems/Associate or Full Professor
Brookings, SD
- $105,000 a year
- Online Application
- Classroom
- Doctoral degree
- University
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Senior Director, Wastewater & Environmental
Smithfield Foods —South Dakota
- $180,000 - $222,500 a year
- Full-time
- Up to 50% travel
- 5 years
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Relocation assistance
South Dakota State University – Agricultural & Biosystems Engineering – Assistant or Associate Professor of Precision Ag Automation Engineering
Brookings, SD
- $90,000 a year
- Online Application
- Classroom
- Doctoral degree
- University
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Waste Water Treatment Plant Manager
Jack Link's Protein Snacks —Alpena, SD
- $90,000 - $110,000 a year
- Full-time
- Management
- Computer literacy
- Office
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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5d
Natural Resources Engineer I or II
South Dakota State Government —Pierre, SD
- $32.06 - $34.00 an hour
- Online Application
- Analysis skills
- US work authorization
- Military encouraged
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Environmental Engineer
South Dakota State Government —Pierre, SD
- $32.06 an hour
- Online Application
- Customer service
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
South Dakota State University – Agricultural & Biosystems Engineering – Assistant or Associate Professor of Bioproducts Engineering
Brookings, SD
- $90,000 a year
- Online Application
- University
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Criminal background check
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Regional EHS Specialist
AGTEGRA COOPERATIVE —Aberdeen, SD
- Full-time
- 18 years or older
- English
- 3 years
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
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MANAGER OF HSE
Tech Ord —Clear Lake, SD
- 18 years or older
- 5 years
- Computer literacy

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Parks and Forestry Superintendent | City of Watertown

City of Watertown, SD
Watertown, SD

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Job Details

Full-time
$78,332.80 - $88,212.80 a year
11 days ago

Benefits

Health savings account
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
Safety equipment provided
Opportunities for advancement
Life insurance
Referral program
Retirement plan

Qualifications

Tree care
Operations management
Administrative experience
Hiring
Bachelor's degree
Team management
General management

Full Job Description

Parks and Forestry Superintendent | City of Watertown

Parks, Recreation and Forestry Department

Grade: 170

Salary: Grade 170 / Step 1-7 is $78,332.80 to $88,212.80 annually

Application Deadline: Open Until Filled, with an initial review on July 31, 2026.

Human Resources Department, 20 N. Maple, P.O. Box 910, Watertown, South Dakota 57201

Application forms and complete position descriptions are available at City Hall or on line at https://www.watertownsd.us/job-application. A resume, cover letter and completed City of Watertown Application must be submitted to be considered for this position; application materials must be received in the Human Resources Department at City Hall no later than 5:00 P.M., Friday, July 31, 2026, for initial applicant review. Applications will be accepted until position is filled.

POSITION SUMMARY

This position is responsible for the leadership, planning, and coordinating of the maintenance and repair of parks and city recreation services; provides for safe, sustainable and attractive active and passive-use parks and recreational opportunities for residents and the general public; and ensures effective and efficient operation of all divisions.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Directs the maintenance of all Parks, Recreation, and Forestry facilities including indoor and outdoor sports complexes, parks, cemetery, playgrounds, athletic fields, landscaping and tree care.
Directs the work of and manages assigned staff. Interviews and select new employees. Provides training and instructions and ongoing training needs. Provides coaching, counseling, and mentoring to allow for optimal performance. Assigns tasks, reviews work and prepares performance evaluations. Recommends employee transfers, promotions, disciplinary action, and discharge to the Director.
Identifies training needs and opportunities for the department.
Establishes and maintains work schedules.
Develops and recommends annual division budget to the Director; forecasts necessary funding for operational needs, staff, and equipment. Monitors budget, contracts, and outside services. Identifies problem areas and recommends refinements; authorizes expenditures; projects anticipated revenues.
Develops and prepares bids, contracts, and related reports specific to maintenance operations. Assists in the development and evaluation of requests for proposal and bid documents as well as selection of contracted services and equipment purchases.
Reviews costs, progress of work projects, preventative maintenance programs, and budget matters to identify potential problems and determine possible solutions.
Inspects major work projects while in progress and when completed to ensure compliance with job specifications and procedures.
Performs on-site inspections of parks, athletic fields and facilities. Checks operation, condition, safety and security of facilities. Plans, develops and implements maintenance standards for all areas.
Calculates the most efficient and cost-effective methods to extend and preserve the useful life of the existing and future facilities and equipment. Continues to identify process improvements, eliminates redundant systems and implements cost control measurements.
Reviews purchase orders, invoices for payment and other documents for accuracy of information; authorizes invoices for payment.
Ensures all activities are carried out in a safe manner; adheres to all City safety regulations; ensures equipment is safely operated and driving laws are obeyed; ensures all regulations pertaining to the safe use of equipment are understood and followed.
Reports all accidents to the appropriate authority. Follows all policies for reporting, investigating, and follow-up of equipment incidents, or personal injuries. May investigate incidents as assigned.
Prepares requests for purchase of services, materials and supplies and solicit quotes from suppliers, contractors, architects and surveyors within the City’s purchasing guidelines and state rules and regulations.
Performs troubleshooting and problem-solving functions for irrigation, electrical, water, and other facility problems.
Sketches, plans, reviews and interprets blueprints and manufacturers specifications and orders materials/equipment for repairs and installation.
Provides landscape planning, design and plant selection. Coordinates and recommends any pesticide spraying.
Receives and handles questions and concerns from the public, elected officials, and City staff pertaining to recreation-based maintenance matters.
Responds to citizen complaints, concerns or inquiries.
Responds to and calls out after hours on-call crews for emergency requests.
Serves as Project Manager for various department projects.
Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s Degree in parks management, recreational management, natural resources management, horticulture, forestry, or closely related field with five (5) years professional work experience in recreation facility construction, management, and maintenance.
Two (2) years of directly related progressively responsible administrative and supervisory experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Commercial Pesticide Applicator certification.
Playground Safety Inspector certification.
Valid Class B CDL without air brake restriction.
Arborist certification.

Veteran’s preference points are acknowledged in the City’s hiring process.

The City of Watertown’s Personnel Policy, including the City’s policy on Nepotism, can be obtained at the City Finance Office or on our website at .

The City of Watertown does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation/gender identity, sex, religion, age or disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any political affiliation in employment practices or the provision of services. EOE

Human Resources Office

City of Watertown, SD

Pay: $78,332.80 - $88,212.80 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Opportunities for advancement
Referral program
Retirement plan
Safety equipment provided
Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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water resources jobs in south dakota

Parks and Forestry Superintendent | City of Watertown

Territory Sales and Service Representative

Director of Operations

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Water Resources Engineer - Drinking Water

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South Dakota State University – Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering – Nicolai Endowed Professor in Precision Livestock Systems/Associate or Full Professor

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Waste Water Treatment Plant Manager

Natural Resources Engineer I or II

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South Dakota State University – Agricultural & Biosystems Engineering – Assistant or Associate Professor of Bioproducts Engineering

Regional EHS Specialist

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