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Irrigation District Manager - Hermiston Irrigation District - Posted June 22, 2010
 Hermiston Irrigation District has an opening for a District Manager position.  HID is approximately 10,000 acres and is a Bureau of Reclamation project which includes Cold Spring Reservoir. 

The District Manager is responsible for the administration and implementation of the District’s policies and programs as adopted by the Board of Directors, for the day to day operations of running the District, directs and coordinates the activities of all District employees, evaluates general operational procedures and takes appropriate action as required. 

This job is located in Hermiston. OR and the District Manager must reside within or near the District boundaries.  Frequent daily travel and occasional overnight travel are required. 

Salary range is $50,000 to $55,000 depending on qualifications and experience, plus a comprehensive benefits package.  For a complete job description and application see our website at HermistonID.org or contact the office at 541-567-3024. 

Closing date for this position is July 12, 2010.

Send application and attachments to:
HID, c/o Mike Bergstrom
366 E Hurlburt Avenue
Hermiston, OR  97838
fax to 541-564-1069
or e-mail to HID@eoni.com

Irrigation District Manager - Klamath Irrigation District - Posted June 18, 2010
The Klamath Irrigation District (KID) operating in the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation’s Klamath Project is seeking a Secretary/Manager.  The Secretary/Manager reports to a five-member board and is responsible for implementing the board’s policies and directives.

KID delivers water to a 75,000 acre service area in South Central Oregon and has 25 full-time employees.

A qualified applicant will have a combination of education and experience that may include a bachelor’s degree in agricultural, civil, or irrigation engineering or a related discipline of engineering, business administration, public administration, physical sciences, or similar disciplines.  Desired experience includes progressively responsible assignments in irrigation districts or similar water resources organizations, or other similar public sector organizations.  Successful experience in budget management, employee relations and regulatory compliance is required.  Must be proficient in public relations.

Job location is Klamath Falls, Oregon and duties are district wide.  Frequent daily travel and occasional overnight travel are required.  The incumbent must reside in Klamath Falls or within KID’s service area.

Salary depends on qualifications and experience.  Comprehensive benefits are also provided. 

Application deadline is 5:00 p.m. August 2, 2010.  For job description and application materials contact: 
 Klamath Irrigation District
6640 KID Lane
 Klamath Falls, Oregon 97603
 541-882-6661

 

Field Assistant - Middle Fork Irrigation District - Posted June 8, 2010
 Middle Fork Irrigation District located at 8235 Clear Creek Road in Parkdale, Oregon, has an opening for a Field Assistant reporting directly to the General Manager of the District.  This is a Full Time, non-exempt position.   The hourly wage schedule for this position is $16.40 - $25.24/hr. The actual hourly rate offered will be based on the applicants experience and skills.   Benefits include employee cost shared medical, dental, vision and a 401A retirement plan.

The successful applicant will be a career oriented, motivated, self starter committed to the success of the organization.

General Description
This is a multi task position requiring various skill sets.  The individual in this position must become knowledgeable of and have the ability to independently and efficiently operate the districts irrigation and hydro power facilities within one year of start date. This individual will demonstrate the ability to safely operate electrical equipment, backhoes, forklifts, a small dump truck as well as various hand and power tools in the performance of daily activities associated with the operation, installation and maintenance of district facilities in all weather conditions.  The successful applicant must be competent in and experienced with spreadsheet and word programs, have a strong background in math and science with good analytical, written and oral communication skills. This person is required to live within a geographic location that would allow a safe commute to district facilities within 45 minutes.  This person will be part of a weekly duty rotation with other employees and when “on call” is required to arrive at district facilities within 45 minutes, 24 hours a day when necessary. A valid Oregon driver’s license is required.   

Essential Job Tasks
Safely operate, maintain and repair district facilities including pressure pipeline systems, hydro turbine generators and associated auxiliary equipment.

Collect, summarize and archive information using water quality monitoring equipment including flow meters, water level recorders, water  temperature monitoring and recording equipment, turbidity meters etc.  This person will interact professionally with co-workers, district patrons, persons with regulatory authority and the general public.

Once familiar with the districts operation this individual will be able to compile information and draft reports for submittal to various organizations including regulatory agencies.  When qualified, this individual will be expected to perform maintenance and repair on electrical and electronic equipment.

Tools, Equipment & Materials Used 
Chain saws, pipe cutting equipment, grinders, slugger wrench, pipe wrench, end wrench, lifting equipment, pumps, shovels, personal protective equipment, backhoe, forklift, small dump truck, pvc glue and primers, paints, large batteries, basic electrical test equipment etc.

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
Skills and knowledge that will assist this individual in performance of their duties are:

A thorough understanding of the operation and maintenance of pressure pipeline distribution systems, electrical power generating and control equipment, data collection and summarization as well as strong written and verbal communication skills.  The incumbent should be able to lift at least 60lbs.      

Education/Training
While specific education levels are not required, the individual selected must demonstrate a commitment to lifelong learning and self improvement beyond high school thru higher learning programs, continuing education, trade associations or similar efforts.  District sponsored training programs may be required in subject areas specific to this job.   

Applications and job descriptions can be picked up Mon-Fri before 1:30 p.m. at the district office located at 8235 Clear Creek Rd in Parkdale.   Or they can be emailed if request is sent to mfidcheryl@embarqmail.com.   To apply you must fill out MFID’s application and attach a one page  resume, along with references.

Return to:
Middle Fork Irrigation District
PO Box 291,
Parkdale, OR  97041.

Applications must be received by June 30, 2010.

 

 

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