Job Opportunities

Sutherlin Water Control District – District Manager

JOB DESCRIPTION:
The District Manager is the employee of a flood control and irrigation district and works directly for a nine member elected Board of Directors. The District Manager is responsible for all operations of the district and implementing policy as established by the Board of Directors. He/she is also responsible for following all state and federal laws, and completing all necessary reports in a timely manner.

This is a 40 hour, full-time permanent position. Workdays are Monday through Friday from 8:00am to 4:00pm. Evening or weekend work is required occasionally.

DUTIES:
• Engage with all state and federal agencies as required for District operations.
• Supervise all contractors and subcontractors.
• Monitor all contractors and subcontractors.
• Work harmoniously with members of the public.
• Assist in the annual budget preparation.
• Insure compliance with state and federal laws.
• Comply with District’s Policy and Procedure Manual.
• Attend all Board meetings.
• Cycle valves at the reservoirs, as required.
• Manage all employees of the District.
• Physically inspect dams monthly.
• Complete state annual water use report.
• Oversee Douglas County, as needed, with Cooper Creek Dam and Plat I Dam monitoring.
• Maintain & update Emergency Action Plan training program.
• Maintain irrigation equipment in good working condition and order.
• Read and record meters monthly.
• Work on other projects and programs as needed under the direction of the Board of Directors.
• Work with other organizations as needed under the direction of the Board of Directors.
• Must be able to multitask

Minimum Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s Degree or 7 to 10 years of work related experience
• Supervisory experience
• Knowledge of Internet use, Spreadsheet Software, Word Processing Software, and QuickBooks
• Valid Oregon Driver’s License, and clean driving record
• Experience with irrigation and plumbing
• Ability to answer phones
• Good public relations skills
• Customer service experience
• Physically able to carry, lift, dig, and work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Must live close to the District
• Must pass a criminal background check upon hire

Preferred Qualifications:
• Knowledge of laws, rules, procedures, & policies related to expenditure & accounting for public funds.
• Knowledge of public meeting laws.
• Knowledge of Oregon water law and water rights, and water right transfer process.
• Knowledge of Oregon Statutes related to irrigation districts.

Compensation and Benefits:
• Starting wage $55,000 DOQ
• Medical Insurance
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Sick Leave
• Vacation Leave
• Oregon PERS

Applications can be picked up Monday through Friday from 8:00am to 4:00pm at the District Office, located at 495 N State St., Sutherlin, OR 97479.

Resume & Application due by August 21, 2026

Sutherlin Water Control District is an Equal Opportunity Provider & Employer