Careers

With an inviting culture and long-standing history, Northern Water is committed to hiring and retaining the best employees. Northern Water is growing and we’re seeking employees who are passionately committed to helping us collect and deliver water to more than 1 million people and about 615,000 acres of irrigated farmland. Since 1937 our strong and stable reputation has attracted employees to be a part of our mission. 

We offer competitive pay, exceptional benefits and a workplace environment that offers great culture and collaboration. With more than 190 employees, most are based at our beautiful Berthoud, Colo. headquarters, and about 20 are based in scenic Grand County on the West Slope of the Continental Divide. We employ a variety of professions including engineers, IT professionals, financial services, construction and maintenance workers, administrative and more. Employees enjoy competitive compensation and excellent benefits package.      

This is an exciting time to become a part of our organization as we embark on building two of the largest water storage projects in recent United States history. Construction on the Chimney Hollow Reservoir Project began in August 2021 and will wrap up in summer 2025. We also anticipating starting construction on Northern Integrated Supply Project in 2026, which will help meet the growing water needs of the region for generations to come.  

We’re proud of our reputation as a leading water delivery, conservation and management organization, not only in the western United States, but across the nation. Be sure to check out these interviews with Northern Water staff where they highlight the many benefits of working for our organization. Come join our team!

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• To apply for an opening at Northern Water, attach your resume and cover letter to an email indicating which position you’re interested in to careers@northernwater.org. Please include the position in which you're applying in the subject line (please ensure your resume is an attachment and not a link).
• Northern Water will only accept applications for current open positions.
• Job openings can be removed at any time if sufficient resumes are received.  
• All job offers are contingent on passing the appropriate background checks and position-specific post-offer testing.  

Control Center Operator
Granby, CO

Northern Water is seeking a Control Center Operator in Granby on Colorado’s West Slope. This individual will join a team responsible for the monitoring and operations of all pump plants, hydropower plants, water control equipment and facilities, and reservoir elevations within Northern Water’s collection and distribution systems. This individual must be solution oriented and able to remedy situations that are, or may become, safety hazards. This position requires a variable work schedule including days, nights and occasional holidays.  

Electronic Instrumentation Technician
Berthoud, CO

Northern Water is seeking an Electronic Instrumentation Technician to join our Field Services team. This individual will collect data to support water resources and water quality programs. The ideal candidate will have proficient knowledge of electronics, cellular and radio transmission technology, and will be competent with weather, environmental, water level and water quality sensors. The ability to prioritize, organize and work efficiently is a must.  

Payroll Specialist
Berthoud, CO

Northern Water is seeking a Payroll Specialist to join our Financial Services Department. A qualified individual who has three to five years of professional payroll experience to support bi-weekly payroll operations. Specific responsibilities include preparing payroll schedules, processing tax forms and payments, reconciling general ledger and checks, assisting employees with payroll inquiries and verifying vendor invoices. A Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) is preferred or required within two years. The ideal candidate has experience with an ERP payroll module and governmental accounting.

Right-of-Way Agent
Berthoud, CO

Northern Water is seeking a Right-of-Way Agent to lead entry-level right-of-way services including negotiating the acquisition of lands and easements for pipeline and related appurtenances. This person will secure permission to enter properties from landowners and tenants, as well as draft documents associated with property acquisition. In addition, this person will be knowledgeable of Northern Water projects and current developments to provide information to property owners and the public. This individual will assist others in developing and administering right-of-way related policies and represent Northern Water and the Municipal Subdistrict.