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The California Water Data Consortium is looking for a highly organized, energetic, and self-motivated individual to join their team and support their mission as a project manager (PDF) helping lead their groundwater initiatives. This is a new full-time role and an excellent opportunity to join a small, but mighty team!

The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience in water resource management or environmental policy, strong project management skills, and be an excellent communicator. This remote position offers competitive compensation ($75,000-$90,000) and a comprehensive benefits package.

About the Role

The Project Manager will provide essential coordination, engagement and project management support to implement Consortium groundwater initiatives and projects. The Project Manager will help to plan and lead ongoing advisory meetings and technical working groups related to our groundwater projects, and coordinate with a diverse array of external partners to facilitate engagement in these projects, including with state agencies, local governments, nonprofits, tribes, academia, and consultancies among others. With support from these advisory groups, the Project Manager will help guide the collaborative development of recommendations around groundwater accounting for recharge and alternative land management practices in California and advance a community of practice related to groundwater demand management. In this role, the Project Manager will report directly to the Consortium’s Associate Program Director of Applied Solutions.

Read the Project Manager job description (PDF) for more information about the job, qualifications, and how to apply.
Applications are due by January 5, 2026. Applicant must be able to start in the role no later than March 31, 2026 - preferably earlier.