Are you interested in water supply, water management, and water rights issues? Would you like to help contribute to the growing body of knowledge in these areas to assist with statewide policy-making? If so, consider working for the Department of Natural Resources and Conservation Water Resources Division in Bozeman, MT.
Job Overview
The RO Hydro Specialist analyzes and makes decisions regarding permitting new uses of water and changes to existing water rights for the management of the state’s water resources. This position uses information supplied by applicants and claimants and other information sources to make critical decisions about the legal and physical use of ground water and surface water. The Hydro Specialist works closely with the staff in the WRD located in Helena and in other Regional Offices. The Hydro Specialist provides technical support to the regional manager for specific assigned projects such as working with watershed groups, and WRD bureaus, aids on water use complaints, and assist with mitigating to resolution of those complaints.
Minimum Qualifications (Education and Experience):
- The minimum education requirements are a bachelor’s degree in hydrology, earth science, environmental science, geology, engineering, or water resources.
- A minimum of 3 years of progressively responsible experience.
- Other combinations of education or experience may be substituted.
Please visit the State of Montana Career portal for more information and to apply.
https://mtstatejobs.taleo.net/careersection/200/jobdetail.ftl?job=23142062&tz=GMT-06%3A00&tzname=America%2FDenver
