Hydrologist 2 Groundwater
Hydrologist 2 Groundwater
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Education Requirement
A masters degree in a field related to Geology Hydrology Hydrogeology Earth Science Civil Engineering Agricultural Engineering or Water Resources is required.
Minimum of two years of pertinent progressively responsible jobrelated experience in hydrology/hydrogeology. Education and experience equivalent and comparable to that specified above may meet job requirements and would be considered on an individual basis.
Cover Letter explaining how your education work experience and your own personal career goals make you a good fit for this position.
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Special Information: Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States. A valid drivers license is required with less than 12 conviction points in the most recent completed 36 months.
Eligibility to Work:In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act the person selected must produce within three days of hire documents that show authorization to work in the United States. Examples of such documentation include a birth certificate or Social Security card along with a drivers license or other picture I.D. or a U.S. passport or a green card. The State of Montana does not sponsor Visas or Green Cards
The State of Montana has a decentralized human resources (HR) system. Each agency is responsible for its own recruitment and selection. Anyone who needs a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the agencys HR staff identified on the job listing or by dialing the Montana Relay at 711. Montana Job Service Offices also offer services including assistance with submitting an online application.State government does not discriminate based on race color national origin religion sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression pregnancy childbirth or medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth age physical or mental disability genetic information marital status creed political beliefs or affiliation veteran status military service retaliation or any other factor not related to merit and qualifications of an employee or applicant.
The Department of Natural Resource and Conservation
Water Sciences Bureau
The closing date has been extended to 5/5/2025. First review of applicants will be 4/13/2025.
The Department is recruiting a Hydrologist this is a new position and not an existing vacancy. The successful applicant will have experience with groundwater and surface water hydrology and will support the Water Resources Division as a groundwater expert. Primary duties include analysis of aquifer testing data and the completion of technical groundwater analyses associated with water right administration. Secondary duties may include but are not limited to participating in hydrologic investigations programming/coding/GIS projects and policy development. This position offers significant flexibility and autonomy while working within a fun and collaborative team environment. We want you to succeed enjoy your career and we will work hard to support your professional growth while maintaining a healthy worklife balance.
Preferred Knowledge and Skills:
Expertise in the principles theories and methods of hydrology hydrogeology geology geomorphology and integrated remote sensing as it relates to water quantity.
Experience with groundwater modeling and coding programs such as AQTESOLV MODLFOW Python R.
Knowledge of Montana water right laws and processes.
Experience with hydrologic field methodologies and use of appropriate instrumentation for water measurement.
Knowledge of methods for conducting hydrologic investigations including techniques and methods for analyzing data developing hydrologic models and reporting findings.
Knowledge of data management GIS software (ArcGIS) spatial data analysis and mapping principles.
Working Conditions
The position is based in Helena Montana and approximately 8090 of the work occurs in a normal office setting. Travel for field work meetings and trainings is required. The position requires the ability to walk over rough and steep terrain to carry field equipment to data collection sites. The hydrologist must be able to work outdoors during bad weather. The hydrologist must rely on experience and judgement as to what safety precautions are prudent. The hydrologist must have good driving skills required for both onroad and offroad travel and during times of inclement weather.
Employment Type
Full Time
