California Water Resource Manager

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Job Description

MIMTA manages USD2.9 billion of agricultural farmland assets on behalf of its institutional investors including public and private plans.

Our clients’ assets are located across 325,000 acres of prime farmland in major regions including California, the Midwest, the Mississippi Delta, the Pacific Northwest, the Southern Plains, Southeast United States and Quebec, Canada. In California, HFS and FMS manage 65,000 acres of prime almond, pistachio, walnut, and wine grapes properties.

The Opportunity

Responsible for the management coordination of surface and groundwater resources and assets associated with agriculture assets managed by MIMTA in California, including supporting the development of additional water supply to meet client’s long-term needs. The position is a supporting function to direct farm operations as it pertains to water security, political affects and development.

How will you create Impact

The Water Resources Manager position is an integral part of a team of farm managers and farm operators. The Manager will collaborate and coordinate with groups throughout MIMTA, including the water policy team, and will work closely with the Ranch Managers to manage surface and groundwater supplies.

Responsibilities

• Manage water resources activities including coordination and planning, development and implementation of projects and actions related to water resources for MIMTA-managed properties, including but not limited to recharge projects, supplemental water supply development, and land repurposing,
• Coordinating with consultants and team members to develop and maintain water budgets by property and groundwater subbasin; work with management to develop strategies to enhance water resources; assist in cropping and redevelopment decision-making.
• Initiate and manage short-term and long-term transfers of water to MIMTA properties.
• Support acquisitions team by developing and maintaining forward-looking assessment of water sufficient regions and cropping strategies; provide water-related input on specific acquisition targets. Research and identify potential areas for cropping specific water rich areas in the state.
• Manage engagement in implementation of the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act, including but not limited to: 1. Monitor/attend/coordinate with consultants and Ranch Managers to cover meetings and develop summary of issues for each Groundwater Sustainability Agency (GSA)/Groundwater Sustainability Plan (GSP) 2. Participate in GSP in implementation to ensure MIMTA objectives and opportunities are addressed to the fullest extent practicable 3. Advocate for programs, actions, and fee structures consistent with client interests 4. Develop alliances with common water-related interests.
• Support management in water project development, planning, and implementation.
• Supervise water operations analyst position to provide accurate data.
• Other responsibilities that may be assigned from time to time

What are we looking for

• Minimum Bachelor’s Degree (B.S.) in agricultural sciences, environmental management, or related field from an accredited educational institution
• Minimum 3 years directly related experience with job(s) demonstrating experience in working with water development projects or farmland management
• Proven ability to work with all types of individuals both internal and external to the organization and function well in team settings
• Must have demonstrated strong oral and written communication skills and the ability to apply those skills to contentious issues
• Demonstrated strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects and conflicting priorities
• Must be highly motivated, entrepreneurial and customer service oriented
• Must be able to apply sound judgment in decision making with a strong orientation to detailed and high quality work
• Proficient skills in Microsoft Office applications: Excel, Word, Power Point, etc.
• Valid drivers license. Travel is expected to be between 25-40%.

What can we offer you?

• A competitive salary and benefits packages.
• A growth trajectory that extends upward and outward, encouraging you to follow your passions and learn new skills.
• A focus on growing your career path with us.
• Flexible work policies and strong work-life balance.
• Professional development and leadership opportunities.
  

Our commitment to you

• Values-first culture
  We lead with our Values every day and bring them to life together.
• Boundless opportunity
  We create opportunities to learn and grow at every stage of your career.
• Continuous innovation
  We invite you to help redefine the future of financial services.
• Delivering the promise of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
  We foster an inclusive workplace where everyone thrives.
• Championing Corporate Citizenship
  We build a business that benefits all stakeholders and has a positive social and environmental impact.

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About Manulife and John Hancock

Manulife Financial Corporation is a leading international financial services group that helps people make their decisions easier and lives better. With our global headquarters in Toronto, Canada, we operate as Manulife across our offices in Asia, Canada, and Europe, and primarily as John Hancock in the United States. We provide financial advice, insurance, and wealth and asset management solutions for individuals, groups and institutions. At the end of 2022, we had more than 40,000 employees, over 116,000 agents, and thousands of distribution partners, serving over 34 million customers. At the end of 2022, we had $1.3 trillion (US$1.0 trillion) in assets under management and administration, including total invested assets of $0.4 trillion (US $0.3 trillion), and segregated funds net assets of $0.3 trillion (US$0.3 trillion). We trade as ‘MFC’ on the Toronto, New York, and the Philippine stock exchanges, and under ‘945’ in Hong Kong.

Manulife is an Equal Opportunity Employer

At Manulife /John Hancock , we embrace our diversity. We strive to attract, develop and retain a workforce that is as diverse as the customers we serve and to foster an inclusive work environment that embraces the strength of cultures and individuals. We are committed to fair recruitment, retention, advancement and compensation, and we administer all of our practices and programs without discrimination on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour , ethnic origin, citizenship, religion or religious beliefs, creed, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), sexual orientation, genetic characteristics, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other ground protected by applicable law.

It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment. A Human Resources representative will work with applicants who request a reasonable accommodation during the application process . All information shared during the accommodation request process will be stored and used in a manner that is consistent with applicable laws and Manulife/John Hancock policies . To request a reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact recruitment@manulife.com .

The annual base salary for this role is listed below.

Primary Location

USA, California, Delano, 510 Woollomes Ave.,, Suite 106

Salary range is expected to be between

$84,000.00 USD - $151,200.00 USD

If you are applying for this role outside of the primary location, please contact recruitment@manulife.com for the salary range for your location. The actual salary will vary depending on local market conditions, geography and relevant job-related factors such as knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience, and education/training. Employees also have the opportunity to participate in incentive programs and earn incentive compensation tied to business and individual performance.

Manulife/John Hancock offers eligible employees a wide array of customizable benefits, including health, dental, mental health, vision, short- and long-term disability, life and AD&D insurance coverage, adoption/surrogacy and wellness benefits, and employee/family assistance plans. We also offer eligible employees various retirement savings plans (including pension/401(k) savings plans and a global share ownership plan with employer matching contributions) and financial education and counseling resources. Our generous paid time off program in the U.S. includes up to 11 paid holidays, 3 personal days, 150 hours of vacation, and 40 hours of sick time (or more where required by law) each year, and we offer the full range of statutory leaves of absence.

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