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Water Resources Planning Manager

United States, San Francisco 169858.00 - 216710.00 USD / Year · Job Posted June 14, 2026
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Under direction of the Assistant General Manager for Water, the Water Resources Division Manager will be responsible for directing the development and implementation of water conservation, recycled water, purified water, and groundwater programs (collectively "alternative water supply") to help meet future water supply needs for the SFPUC's retail and wholesale customers. The Manager will be responsible for managing teams to 1) direct the development and implementation of alternative water supply programs and multiple water conservation and water supply projects; 2) direct long-term studies regarding alternative water supply and conservation/demand management; and 3) coordinate needs to help inform decision-makers and the public about program implementation.

Job Responsibility

  • Direct the development and implementation of water conservation, recycled water, purified water, and groundwater programs to help meet future water supply needs
  • Direct long-term alternative water supply planning and water supply demand studies
  • Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to align planning needs and project needs for implementation
  • Plan, monitor, evaluate, and supervise the operation of the Water Resources Division
  • Manage the development of capital budgets and projections related to program objectives
  • Supervise the tracking and reporting on Water Resources Division projects
  • Serve as the agency representative in local, regional, and statewide efforts
  • Coordinate thoughtful outreach plans to engage with stakeholders
  • Deliver presentations to diverse audiences
  • Negotiate complex multi-party agreements

Requirements

  • Possession of a baccalaureate degree or higher from an accredited college or university
  • At least eight (8) years of professional experience in water supply planning and/or strategic planning
  • and project management
  • of which three (3) years must include experience supervising/leading teams of professionals

Nice to have

  • Experience successfully managing complex capital projects and water supply planning efforts
  • Ability to work independently or in a collaborative effort with others effectively and efficiently
  • Excellent interpersonal communication, presentation and writing skills
  • Experience managing cross-functional teams to implement projects and/or programs

What we offer

  • Medical, Vision, Dental, and Life insurance
  • Long-term disability plan
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Pension Plan
  • Retiree Healthcare
  • Deferred Compensation Program
  • Paid Management Training Program
  • Wellness Program
  • Paid Vacation, Holidays, Sick Leave
  • Management Leave

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