Tim Personius of Boise, Idaho, has been selected as the new Deputy Regional Director for the Bureau of Reclamation's Pacific Northwest Region, announced Regional Director Bill McDonald.
Personius replaces Karl Wirkus, who accepted a position as Deputy Commissioner of Operations for Reclamation in Washington, D.C.
"Tim is a problem solver, focused on customer service, and truly understands what Reclamation is all about. I am extremely confident in the work that he will continue to do for the Region and Reclamation in his new position," said McDonald. "His involvement in complex and controversial water resources management issues has been invaluable."
"I am honored and humbled to be selected for this position," said Personius. "These are extraordinary times for water resource management. Water delivery in the face of climate change, growing populations, and endangered species is a tremendous challenge for the arid west. I'm excited to be able to play a part in tackling these issues, and proud that Reclamation has a leadership role in solving these complex problems."
