Established in 1912 as California's first municipal water district, Marin Water serves more than 191,000 residents. In addition to operating a complex water system, the District protects and manages watershed lands on Mt. Tamalpais. Governed by a five-member Board, Marin Water employs 254 full-time staff and has a $188 million operating and capital budget for FY 2026/27.

Marin Water seeks an experienced, versatile leader comfortable operating at the intersection of natural resource stewardship, public access, operational management, and community interests. The Director of Watershed Resources provides strategic and operational leadership for the management, protection, preservation, and public use of District watershed lands. The ideal candidate will bring political acumen, sound judgment, and exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Reporting to the General Manager, the Director leads 27 FTEs and 13–15 seasonal workers and manages a $9.3 million operating budget. Qualifications include 7 years of progressively responsible experience managing watershed, park, natural resource, or recreation areas, including 5 years of supervisory experience, and a bachelor's degree.

The salary range is $247,584 to $300,972, DOQE + attractive benefits. Closing at 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, November 15, 2026.