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Natural Resources Program Principal 2026-01577
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- $6,612.67 - $7,347.60 a month
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- Wellness program
- Health savings account
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- $6,612.67 - $7,347.60 a month
- Full-time
- Construction site
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Word processing
- Wellness program
- Health savings account
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Natural Resources Program Principal 2026-01577

State of Wyoming -
Cheyenne, WY

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Job Details

Full-time
$6,612.67 - $7,347.60 a month

Benefits

Wellness program
Health savings account
457(b)
Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
Employee discount
Loan forgiveness
Flexible schedule
Life insurance
Pet insurance

Qualifications

Environmental surveys
Computer operation
Project development phase management
Contract review
Project engineering
Content creation for technical audiences
Geography
Mapping using GIS
Automation
Technical documentation
Computer literacy
Environmental legislation
Presentations for conferences or internal meetings
Public speaking
Contract performance monitoring
Research
Technical support
Field surveys
Invoice payment processing
Bachelor's degree
Budget planning
Environmental data analysis
Legislation
Managing environmental project budgets
Invoice reconciliation
Procurement contract management
Project delivery management
GIS software
Hydrogeological assessment
Research data analysis

Full Job Description

Salary

$6,612.67 - $7,347.60 Monthly

Location

Cheyenne, WY

Job Type

Permanent Full-time

Job Number

2026-01577

Department

Water Development Office

Division

Water Development Office

Opening Date

07/13/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

FLSA

Determined by Position

Job Classification

ENNR10

Description and Functions

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Responsible for managing Water Development Level I Reconnaissance and Level II Feasibility Study planning projects and assisting with the agency's instream flow program, small water project program, and weather modification program. Monitors progress of assigned projects to ensure compliance wit contract requirements including budgets and completion dates. Prepares funding recommendations, technical scopes of work, requests for proposals, contracts and project closeouts. Reviews and evaluates draft planning documents, technical memoranda, GIS data, metadata and mapping products and provides GIS technical assistance to the office. Represents the program at regional, state and local meetings.

Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes:

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays
Retirement - Pension and 457B plans that help you build a secure future
Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities
and MUCH MORE! Click here for detailed information, or you can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package!

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Human Resource Contact: Rose Richardson / [email protected] 307-777-7966

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed in the job level.

Manages numerous new development and rehabilitation water planning studies (agricultural, municipal, and watershed studies) across Wyoming to include planning, design, and/or implementation of specific projects, consultant selection, budget oversight, contract administration, and directing consultants.
Assists in the management of the instream flow program, small water project program, and weather modification program.
Prepares funding recommendations, technical scopes of service, requests for proposals, and contracts.
Reviews and evaluates GIS data, metadata and mapping products produced by consultants for consistency and adherence to standards.
Provides GIS technical assistance to Office project managers in the conduct of their studies and provides recommendations to the Office with respect to GIS software acquisition and integration with existing software and platforms.
Works with the Water Resources Data System (WRDS) at the University of Wyoming to develop methods to maintain base data to support Level I and II planning projects.
Assists with Water Development Program irrigation and water system surveys.
Determines accuracy of data collection & computation methods; provides technical reviews of draft planning documents, and technical memoranda.
Analyzes complex data and draws conclusions; provides technical guidance and instruction to agency projects.
Answers technical questions related to policies, procedures and statutes; produces technical documents and memos.
Performs inter-agency coordination with federal, state and local entities.
Researches records and provides information and technical data to the public.
Interfaces regularly with communities at the mid to senior management level.
Conducts project site visits and public hearings; makes presentations at public meetings to include talks to various agricultural, municipal, conservation and industry groups around the state and region.
Prepares and presents project closeout memos at Water Development Commission meetings.
Possesses a strong willingness to learn and develop a variety of new skills and knowledge, as appropriate, which may include participating in training courses and learning from others within the Water Development Office.
Reviews consultant invoices to ensure accuracy and processes pay requests; monitors contractual expenditures.
Attends various conferences/workshops/meetings (in-state and out-of-state) that are germane to the mission of the Water Development Program.

Qualifications

PREFERENCES:

Preference may be given to applicants with education and experience in civil engineering (water resources), agricultural engineering, hydrogeology, hydrology, watershed science, geospatial science, geography, or other natural resources field, PLUS previous project management experience. PE licensure is preferred, but not required.

KNOWLEDGE:

Knowledge of water resources, hydrology and\or hydrogeologic processes.
Knowledge of multiple science and engineering disciplines.
Knowledge of the principles and practices of Geographic Information System (GIS) mapping technology, including data automation/acquisition, spatial data organization, data analysis, map composition and production.
Proficient use of the ESRI suite of GIS software products and geoprocessing tools.
Knowledge of and ability to read, research, interpret and apply Federal, State, Local environmental laws and regulations, policies and procedures.
Knowledge of the principles of project management.
Strong interpersonal communication skills to include public speaking.
Ability to manage consultants including Requests for Proposals, contracting, and review of work products.
Knowledge of Wyoming Water Law; federal and state legislative processes; and compacts and decrees to which Wyoming is a party
Excellent computer skills.

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(n) Natural Resources Analyst

Education & Experience Substitution:

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

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

None

Necessary Special Requirements

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

Travel is required

NOTES:

FLSA: Exempt

Supplemental Information

029-Wyoming Water Development Office - Planning Division

URL: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm

The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.

Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.

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