Agriculture and Water Resources Planner
Are you passionate about the management and development of natural resources? Do you understand that water is one of our most valuable and important resources? If you want to be part of a dedicated and talented team that works to responsibly manage North Dakota's water resources for a resilient future - then this employment opportunity might be for you. The Department of Water Resources (DWR) is looking for an Agriculture and Water Resources Planner III to serve the citizens of our state as a part of Team ND.
DWR offers rewarding career opportunities with a competitive benefits package that includes fully paid health insurance for employees and their families, optional dental and vision coverage, retirement plan options, voluntary insurance programs, and accrued annual and sick leave.
The State of ND offers 40 hours of new hire leave at the beginning of employment, in addition to standard monthly leave accruals. Team members who were previously employed with a state agency and are eligible for reinstatement, as defined in NDAC § 4-07-05-01.1, or who are granted an interagency transfer are not eligible for new hire leave.
The salary range for this position is $5,250 - $6,400 per month (dependent upon experience).
Summary of Work
General duties include serving as the agency's primary liaison to agricultural producers on water issues, connecting producers and agricultural organizations with agency staff, programs, and resources, and managing the Drought Disaster Livestock Water Supply Assistance Program when activated. This position will also help stakeholders navigate agency processes, contribute to public outreach and educational resources, and support planning, research, and policy activities related to agricultural water needs.
Duties and Tasks
Minimum Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
About Team ND
"Far and away the best prize life offers is the chance to work hard at work worth doing." - Theodore Roosevelt
More than 7,500 talented, hard-working people across sixty-three agencies have come together as Team North Dakota. At Team ND, we are driven to succeed through gratitude, humility, curiosity and courage. Our purpose is to empower people, improve lives, and inspire success. Join us in being legendary.
Total Rewards: The State of North Dakota is committed to providing team memberswith a strong and competitive rewards package that support you, your health and your family.
Considering a new position on Team ND? How does your current position stack up? Use our Total Rewards Calculator to estimate.
Application Procedures
Please note that the Department of Water Resources is not enrolled in E-Verify and does not provide sponsorships for employment.
Applications will ONLY be accepted online through the ND PeopleSoft System.
State of ND employees should access the announcement and application by signing into their ND PeopleSoft account at: ND PeopleSoft , clicking on "Careers," and selecting "Careers" in the drop-down menu.
Applicants who are not employees of the State of North Dakota can access the announcement and application by visiting: ND Careers website .
Application materials must reach this office by 11:59 PM Central Standard Time (CST) on the closing date.
In addition to the online application, the following is also required:
Application materials will be scored based on a 100-point job-related personnel system.
Applications should include information that directly addresses how the applicant meets the minimum qualifications and a summary of work. It is very important to be thorough and detailed in all application materials.
Applicants who experience difficulties during the application process should contact recruiter@nd.gov or (701) 328-3290.
For questions regarding this position's duties or requirements, please contact Missy Schmidt at (701) 328-2751 or mkschmidt@nd.gov .
TTY users may use Relay North Dakota at 711 or 1 (800) 366-6888.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The State of North Dakota and this hiring agency do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), genetics, religion, age or disability in employment or the provisions of services and complies with the provisions of the North Dakota Human Rights Act.
As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. § 23-12-10.
DWR offers rewarding career opportunities with a competitive benefits package that includes fully paid health insurance for employees and their families, optional dental and vision coverage, retirement plan options, voluntary insurance programs, and accrued annual and sick leave.
The State of ND offers 40 hours of new hire leave at the beginning of employment, in addition to standard monthly leave accruals. Team members who were previously employed with a state agency and are eligible for reinstatement, as defined in NDAC § 4-07-05-01.1, or who are granted an interagency transfer are not eligible for new hire leave.
The salary range for this position is $5,250 - $6,400 per month (dependent upon experience).
Summary of Work
General duties include serving as the agency's primary liaison to agricultural producers on water issues, connecting producers and agricultural organizations with agency staff, programs, and resources, and managing the Drought Disaster Livestock Water Supply Assistance Program when activated. This position will also help stakeholders navigate agency processes, contribute to public outreach and educational resources, and support planning, research, and policy activities related to agricultural water needs.
Duties and Tasks
- Serve as the agency's primary liaison to agricultural producers, answering questions and connecting them with appropriate staff, programs, and assistance.
- Manage the Drought Disaster Livestock Water Supply Assistance Program, including applications, reimbursements, reporting, compliance inspections, and readiness for future activations.
- Help agricultural stakeholders navigate irrigation, drainage, and other agency processes in coordination with technical, cost-share assistance, and permitting staff.
- Contribute to water and land management planning, public outreach, educational materials, and delivery of the agency's Water Education Program.
- Build relationships with state and federal agricultural partners and other stakeholders, represent the agency at meetings, and gather input on agricultural water needs.
- Research agricultural water issues, support legislative review, and recommend policy and program priorities.
Minimum Qualifications
- A bachelor's degree in agriculture, natural resources management or planning, environmental studies, or another field related to the requirements of the position.
- Agricultural knowledge gained through education or experience.
- Ability to proactively engage with stakeholders, build relationships, and develop new programs or initiatives.
- Excellent time management and organizational skills.
- Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Working knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet software.
Preferred Qualifications
- One year of experience working with agricultural producers, organizations, or communities.
- Program or project coordination, planning, or research experience.
- Public outreach, education, or stakeholder engagement experience. Relevant experience may be gained through employment, internships, volunteer service, or involvement in agricultural operations.
About Team ND
"Far and away the best prize life offers is the chance to work hard at work worth doing." - Theodore Roosevelt
More than 7,500 talented, hard-working people across sixty-three agencies have come together as Team North Dakota. At Team ND, we are driven to succeed through gratitude, humility, curiosity and courage. Our purpose is to empower people, improve lives, and inspire success. Join us in being legendary.
Total Rewards: The State of North Dakota is committed to providing team memberswith a strong and competitive rewards package that support you, your health and your family.
Considering a new position on Team ND? How does your current position stack up? Use our Total Rewards Calculator to estimate.
Application Procedures
Please note that the Department of Water Resources is not enrolled in E-Verify and does not provide sponsorships for employment.
Applications will ONLY be accepted online through the ND PeopleSoft System.
State of ND employees should access the announcement and application by signing into their ND PeopleSoft account at: ND PeopleSoft , clicking on "Careers," and selecting "Careers" in the drop-down menu.
Applicants who are not employees of the State of North Dakota can access the announcement and application by visiting: ND Careers website .
Application materials must reach this office by 11:59 PM Central Standard Time (CST) on the closing date.
In addition to the online application, the following is also required:
- Cover letter (addressed to Human Resources)
- Resume
- Copy of all college transcripts, and;
- Thename,address, andphone numberofthreeprofessional references (no letters of reference please).
Application materials will be scored based on a 100-point job-related personnel system.
Applications should include information that directly addresses how the applicant meets the minimum qualifications and a summary of work. It is very important to be thorough and detailed in all application materials.
Applicants who experience difficulties during the application process should contact recruiter@nd.gov or (701) 328-3290.
For questions regarding this position's duties or requirements, please contact Missy Schmidt at (701) 328-2751 or mkschmidt@nd.gov .
TTY users may use Relay North Dakota at 711 or 1 (800) 366-6888.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The State of North Dakota and this hiring agency do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), genetics, religion, age or disability in employment or the provisions of services and complies with the provisions of the North Dakota Human Rights Act.
As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. § 23-12-10.