DEPT OF WATER RESOURCES

Hybrid: Remote and 1110 W. Washington St., Suite #310 - Phoenix, AZ 85007

Salary: $16.50 

Grade: 04

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

The Demand Intern will have a unique opportunity to be a key member of the Supply and Demand Team, contributing to the assessment of the status of Arizona's 51 groundwater basins, which leads to the culmination of the annual Supply and Demand Reports. This role offers hands-on experience in quantifying the impacts on water supply at the groundwater basin level, statewide, and by sector (Agriculture, Municipal, and Industrial).

The selected candidate will learn about demand sectors, demand projections, and other groundwater supply and demand assessment issues while working closely with the lead demand analyst and the broader demand team. This position provides the chance to enhance technical proficiency and analytical capabilities by working with advanced GIS software such as ArcGIS and satellite-based data platforms like OpenET. Additionally, the intern will have the opportunity to engage with various data sources and refine methodologies, contributing to a comprehensive understanding of Arizona's water demand landscape.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic team and make a tangible impact on water sustainability efforts.

The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, and commissions, many State employees participate in the State’s Remote Work Program and can work remotely in their homes, offices, and hotel rooms. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.

This position may offer the ability to work a hybrid schedule, within Arizona, based upon the department's business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures.

• Assist in developing statewide demand assessments for Arizona’s 51 groundwater basins, specifically on agricultural water demands.
• Assist with conducting short—and long-term supply scenarios at the groundwater basin, statewide, and/or sector (agricultural/industrial/municipal) levels.
• Use data and analytical tools to quantify the impacts on supply at the groundwater basin, statewide, and sector (agricultural/industrial/municipal) levels.
• Collaborate with Demand analysts to adapt estimation methods and scenarios to individual groundwater basins.
• Other duties as assigned.

Desired Qualifications:

• An analytical mindset with attention to detail.
• Familiarity with web-based tools or an eagerness to understand and promote their use.
• Ability to analyze and interpret remote sensing data, aerial imagery, and topographic maps.
• Working well within a team environment, including establishing and maintaining effective working relationships
• Effective written and oral communication.

Candidates must be enrolled in school pursuing a degree in Natural Resource Management, Economics, Data Science, Geographic Information Systems or Hydrology.

This position requires possession of and the ability to retain a current, valid, state-issued driver’s license appropriate to the assignment.  Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver’s license checks, must maintain acceptable driving records, and must complete any driver training (See Arizona Administrative Code R2-10-207.12). Driver’s License Requirements.

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

Work with a creative, collaborative team of people who enjoy sharing their knowledge and experience.

Learn about the Supply and Demand Program.

Gain valuable experience working in a state agency and organizational knowledge through daily business interactions and job assignments.

Positions in this classification may participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS). Please note, enrollment eligibility will become effective after 27 weeks of employment.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact ADWR Human Resources Office at (602) 771-8500 for assistance. Persons with disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language or an alternative format by contacting ADWR Human Resources. Arizona State Government is an AA/EOE/ADA Reasonable Accommodation Employer.