Job Description Job Description Data and Technology Manager Water Consulting Team

Job Location: Visalia

Schedule: Monday - Thursday: 9 hours / Friday: 4 hours

Position Overview and Key Responsibilities:

4Creeks is seeking a Data & Technology Manager to support the Water Consulting Team in managing and analyzing data across California water programs, including SGMA, ILRP, and related regulatory frameworks. The ideal candidate brings strong technical skills, a working understanding of California water policy, and a forward-thinking approach to automation and data management.

Data Management & Organization

Develop and manage systems for organizing, storing, and maintaining large regulatory and monitoring datasets, including groundwater basin data, water quality records, and compliance reporting data for programs such as SGMA and ILRP.
Establish standards and best practices for data governance, quality control, and accessibility across water policy and regulatory projects.

Design scalable processes for collecting and integrating data from California state sources
Support policy analysis, regulatory compliance, and client reporting through structured data management and efficient delivery of actionable information.

Automation & Analytical Tools

Utilize Python, SQL, R, or similar languages to automate regulatory reporting workflows, compliance tracking, and monitoring data processing.
Build tools, scripts, and dashboards that support SGMA compliance reporting, ILRP field data analysis, and water quality trend tracking.
Reduce manual effort in recurring data tasks across water programs.

Technology Strategy & Innovation

Research and implement modern tools and platforms that improve data organization and analytical capability for water policy and regulatory work.
Stay current on emerging technologies, AI-driven tools, and data infrastructure relevant to the California water sector.
Recommend solutions that enhance team productivity and support client deliverables.

User Accessibility & Support

Develop user-friendly dashboards and interfaces that make regulatory and monitoring data accessible to water policy analysts, regulatory specialists, and clients navigating compliance obligations.
Collaborate with technical and admin teams to understand data needs across active water programs and translate them into practical tools.
Provide training and documentation to improve data literacy across the consulting team.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Information Systems, Computer Science, Engineering, Analytics, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
Experience managing and organizing large datasets and data systems.
Strong coding and scripting experience for automation and data analysis (Python, SQL, R, or similar).
Experience developing workflows, dashboards, or user-facing analytical tools.
Strong understanding of database systems, data structures, and data management best practices.
Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Strong communication skills with the ability to translate technical concepts into practical solutions.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with cloud-based data platforms and modern analytics environments.
Familiarity with GIS, business intelligence platforms, or visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau, etc.).
Experience implementing AI-assisted workflows or automation technologies.
Experience leading technology improvement initiatives or digital transformation efforts.
Bonus points for background in water resources, environmental consulting, or a related scientific field.
Bonus points for familiarity with California water programs and regulatory frameworks (SGMA, ILRP, CV-SALTS).

Compensation

The salary will be determined by the candidates skill and experience level and highly competitive with industry standards. The benefits package includes full employee health coverage (50% coverage for dependents), company 401(k) contribution, participation in the Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP), and performance bonuses. The expected pay range for this position is $30/hr to $40/hr.

About 4Creeks

At 4Creeks Design & Build, we are more than a Design-Build company; we are a unified, 100% employee-owned team rooted in Central California, delivering innovative solutions from concept to completion across California, Colorado, and beyond. We thrive on a collaborative, fun, and challenging work environment where every team member's contributions are valued and collective expertise drives comprehensive solutions that shape the future of our communities. From your first day, you'll experience the 4Creeks difference: a commitment to quality, a culture of collaboration, and a relentless pursuit of excellence in everything we do.

How to Apply

For immediate consideration; please apply on our website with your resume and cover letter detailing your background, skills, and experience. Our Human Resource Administrator will contact you promptly for initial interview coordination. If there are any questions, please contact us at .

The Other Stuff

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, apply range of motion within hands and fingers, including sensitivity to touch, and use a computer. The employee frequently is required to talk, hear, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

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