Work in Water Training - McPherson, KS

Learn how to recruit the next generation of water talent and talk to students about careers in the water industry at WSU's Work in Water training in McPherson on 7/24! Session is free + lunch included. Attendees are also encouraged to register for KMU's KMU's Safety & Technical Conference, which is hosting WSU's Work in Water training. Register for KMU's conference online here.

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What is WSU's Work in Water Program?
WSU Environmental Finance Center's Work in Water Experience teaches Kansas high school students about the critical role that public water utilities fill in their community. This unique, hands-on learning program allows students to see first-hand the skills, technology, and people that are working to ensure the public has access to safe, healthy drinking water and water recycling resources. Learn more

Why attend the Work in Water Training?
Wondering who will fill the shoes of your utility staff when they retire or move on to other jobs? If so, you are not alone. It’s projected that in the next 10 years, 37 percent of the water utility workers and 31 percent of wastewater utility workers will retire. Water utilities across the U.S. report that there is an inadequate pool of interested and qualified employees to meet present and future replacement needs for operators and other utility staff. This water workforce gap is not only a headache for managers, but a public safety concern. The Work in Water career development program was designed as a bridge for younger workers to explore water and wastewater careers, and for utilities to find their next generation of talent. Now you can learn how your community can adapt WSU's proven Work in Water Experience in your community!