Are you passionate about the management and development of natural resources? Do you understand that water is one of our most valuable and important resources? If you want to be part of a dedicated and talented team that works to responsibly manage North Dakota’s water needs and risks for the people’s benefit – then this employment opportunity might be for you.
The Department of Water Resources (DWR) is looking for an experienced Hydrogeologist with a strong interest and demonstrated experience in quantitative hydrogeology and groundwater modeling to manage and advance the groundwater modeling program and quantitative hydrologic tools in the Water Appropriation Division with the Department of Water Resources.
Additionally, the position will require mentoring team members in quantitative hydrogeology and groundwater modeling.
DWR offers rewarding work opportunities with a competitive employee benefits package including fully paid family health insurance plan, paid annual and sick leave, excellent retirement plan options, volunteer insurance options, a flexible work schedule, and more!
The salary range for this position is $7,500 – $8,600 per month (dependent upon experience).
Duties and Tasks:
- Develop and implement numerical groundwater models of aquifers in assigned areas of North Dakota to make management decisions and draft recommendations on groundwater availability, additional appropriation, sustainability, and drought planning.
- Develop and advance the hydrologic analysis tools for the Department of Water Resources.
- Mentor and assist other team members in the conceptualization, problem solving, and, implementing groundwater models in making water resource management decisions.
- Plan and oversee test hole drilling and observation well installation in assigned areas as part of the ongoing Department of Water Resources water resource data collection program.
- Provide technical advice for the Department of Water Resources on water resource issues.
Minimum Qualifications
- A Master of Science or PhD degree in the field of hydrogeology, geology, hydrology, engineering or closely related field with an emphasis in groundwater modeling with two years of applicable experience, or a Bachelor of Science degree in the field of hydrogeology, geology, hydrology, engineering, or closely related field with at least five years of applicable experience working in the field of hydrogeology with an emphasis in groundwater modeling.
- Groundwater flow modeling (e.g. MODFLOW or FEFLOW) experience, pre-/post processing software experience (e.g. GMS, Groundwater Vistas, Visual MODFLOW).
- Acceptable driving record.
- Willingness to periodically travel and conduct field investigations as needed.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Strong computer skills, including proficiency with GIS and programming experience.
- Working experience with Prior Appropriation Doctrine.
- Experience with implementing groundwater models for use in making regulatory decisions or recommendations.
- Ability to communicate effectively verbally, in writing, and through public speaking and presentations.
- Experience with technical report writing.
Application Procedures:
Applications will ONLY be accepted online through the ND PeopleSoft System.
Applicants who are not employees of the State of North Dakota can access the announcement and application by visiting: https://www.nd.gov/careers. State of ND employees should access the announcement and application by signing into their ND PeopleSoft account at: https://www.cnd.nd.gov/psp/strp/?cmd=login, clicking on “My Career,” and selecting “Careers” in the drop-down menu. Application materials must reach this office by 11:59 pm on the closing date.
In addition to the online application, the following is also required:
- Resume
- Cover letter (addressed to Human Resources)
- Copy of all college transcripts
- The name, address, and phone number of three professional references (no letters of reference please).
Application materials will be scored based on a 100-point job-related personnel system. Â Applications should include information which directly addresses how the applicant meets the minimum qualifications and summary of work. It is very important to be thorough and detailed on all application materials.
Applicants who experience difficulties during the application process should contact recruiter@nd.gov or 701.328.3290.
North Dakota Department of Water Resources does not provide sponsorships.
For questions regarding this position’s duties or requirements, please contact Missy Schmidt at 701.328.2751 or mkschmidt@nd.gov.
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