[ES_JOBS_NET] CEO for the California Water Data Consortium

[Tara Moran]

Position Link: https://www.bobmurrayassoc.com/search-summary?broc_id=6045

*Description*

The California Water Data Consortium is seeking a creative, collaborative,
and strategic leader to serve as its next Chief Executive Officer. The
California Water Data Consortium is an independent, nonprofit organization
created by a partnership of state agencies and others to ensure that we
have the best possible information about our state’s water so that we can
make decisions that will allow our state to continue to prosper in the face
of unprecedented climate challenges.

The Consortium brings people and institutions together to exchange ideas,
synthesize information, and envision new ways to share and harness data.
The organization conducts research, hosts panels and webinars, and
communicates across the field about how to build a resilient, prosperous
future using the best possible information.

The Consortium was established to help implement AB 1755, the Open and
Transparent Water Data Act, which was designed to dramatically improve how
the state develops and uses water and ecological data. The organization is
funded with donations from foundations, individuals, and through grants and
voluntary support from state and federal agencies and water districts. The
Consortium’s Board
<https://cawaterdata.org/our-team/consortium-board-staff/> and Steering
Committee
<https://cawaterdata.org/our-team/the-consortiums-steering-committee/> include
representatives from state agencies, local water agencies, agriculture,
philanthropy, business, nonprofits organizations, and other water and data
experts.

Some examples of its work include several collaborative projects with state
and local agencies, conservation organizations, and others to integrate
data sources, modernize data use, improve data reporting, advance remote
sensing, and help the broader water data community learn together and share
ideas. To learn more about the Consortium: https://cawaterdata.org/.

*THE IDEAL CANDIDATE*

The ideal candidate for the Chief Executive Officer role is an excellent
communicator and proven leader who demonstrates a spirit of
entrepreneurship and who can provide thought leadership on California’s
highest impact water data opportunities. The most competitive candidates
bring strong knowledge of data governance and data policy best practices, a
track record of strategic planning and implementing sound, achievable
projects and campaigns with measurable outcomes. Candidates that
demonstrate strong communication skills and excitement about the mission,
vision, and goals of the Consortium are encouraged to apply.

Qualified candidates have at least ten years of professional experience;
excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills; a
demonstrated ability to articulate and implement a vision; significant
experience building network-based organizations or coalitions; and
experience designing and leading a process requiring collaboration and
coordination among parties with diverse backgrounds and desired outcomes.
Qualified candidates also have experience working with various levels of
government, nonprofits, and private entities. Other essential qualities
include: a demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion; a
sound understanding of protocols and data standards used in natural
resources management; extensive knowledge of water resources management and
policy; and experience working with a Board of Directors and advisory
groups.



*THE POSITION*

The Chief Executive Officer will lead strategic, programmatic, financial,
and management operations. In collaboration with the Board of Directors and
the Steering Committee, the CEO is responsible for executing the
Consortium’s strategic plan, and developing and implementing new strategic
plans, as needed. They will oversee and help expand a talented small team
of professionals, which will manage regular meetings of the Board of
Directors and Steering Committee, engage with key partners, and build
partnerships to advance open water data. Primary duties are:

·       *Providing leadership* to identify promising opportunities to
advance water and ecological data modernization in California

·       *Building on existing funding and securing ongoing resources* for
the Consortium from funders across the water community

·       *Building and sustaining effective coalitions* and effectively
incorporating feedback from governance and advisory boards into the
Consortium’s work

·       *Working with the state and the broader water community* to align
financing for open water data

·       *Identifying and attracting quality staff *to continue advancing
the Consortium's work

·       *Designing, implementing, and communicating a range of activities,
projects, and initiatives* to support data governance and policy to ensure
that decisions about water are made using timely, accurate, easily
accessible, and publicly available data and guarantee California’s
long-term success

·       *Advancing programs that result in measurable improvements in
shared, quality water data* to address California’s most urgent water and
ecological-related priorities, including developing shared data and
reporting standards, modernized water data policy, and sustained investment
in data skills and infrastructure

·       *Communicating the Consortium’s value *with policy makers, agency
leaders, legislators, water stakeholders, media, and potential funders to
advance the Consortium’s goals

The most competitive candidates have experience building trusted
relationships with influential leaders, champions, and allies and have a
robust understanding of local, state, and federal government structures and
processes. They will have strong operating and financial management skills,
including experience with finance and administration, managing staff, and
are adept with contract and legal tracking to ensure the integrity and
accountability of the Consortium and its projects. The CEO must have the
ability to develop effective programmatic solutions, including governance,
data, funding, and policy. The Chief Executive Officer must have a proven
track record of securing revenue from a diversity of streams, including
state or federal dollars, philanthropy, water agencies, events, and other
sources.

*COMPENSATION*

The annual salary range for the Chief Executive Officer will be
commensurate with experience. The successful candidate must reside in
California, with the ability to travel an estimated 30% of the time. The
Consortium also offers a competitive benefits package.

*Commitment to Diversity and Equal Opportunity Employment  *

The Consortium is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate
on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, gender, gender
identity and expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability,
age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic
information or characteristics, or any other basis prohibited by applicable
law.



We are committed to maximizing the diversity of our organization. We
encourage all individuals with the necessary skills and experience to apply
for this position.



*TO APPLY*

If you are interested in this outstanding opportunity, please visit
https://www.bobmurrayassoc.com/search-summary?broc_id=6045 to apply online.



*Filing Deadline: April 28, 2024*

Following the closing date, resumes will be screened according to the
qualifications outlined above. The most qualified candidates will be
invited to personal interviews with Bob Murray & Associates. A select group
of candidates will be asked to provide references once it is anticipated
that they may be recommended as finalists. References will be contacted
only following candidate approval. Finalist interviews will be held with
the California Water Data Consortium. Candidates will be advised of the
status of the recruitment following selection of the Chief Executive
Officer. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to call Ms.
Valerie Phillips at (916) 784-9080.
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