Local recruitment: Hydrogeologist II

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 a Hydrogeologist II to serve the citizens of our state as a part of Team ND.

DWR offers rewarding work opportunities with a competitive employee benefits package including a 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 $6,000 – $6,660 per month (dependent upon experience).

Summary of Work

As a hydrogeologist with the North Dakota Department of Water Resources, you will have an impact on the sustainable management of groundwater resources, in an environment that provides many opportunities to learn using robust datasets and technology. The management of water rights requires an interdisciplinary approach of water policy, science, and data management.

The typical duties and responsibilities of this position include the following: 

• Draft reports and develop groundwater analytical and numerical models of aquifers for use in management decisions and recommendations on groundwater availability appropriation and sustainability.
• Provide hydrogeologic information to the public.
• Document, organize, analyze, and interpret hydrologic data.
• Provide technical advice on groundwater resource problems.
• Design groundwater monitoring and sampling plans, including the geologic logging of test holes and installation of observation wells.
• Aquifer test design, implementation, and analysis.
• Periodic travel to conduct field investigations as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

• A Bachelor of Science degree in hydrogeology, hydrology, geology, engineering, or closely related field.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally, in writing, and through public speaking and presentations.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and able and willing to travel as necessary.
• Ability to safely navigate uneven terrain.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master of Science degree in hydrogeology, hydrology, geology, engineering, or closely related field.
• Experience writing technical reports.
• Groundwater modeling experience (e.g. MODFLOW), and experience with groundwater modeling software (e.g. GMS, Groundwater Vistas, Visual Modflow).
• Application of groundwater models for use in water resource management decisions.
• Knowledge of programming language for data analysis (e.g., Python, R) and geographic information systems software.
• Knowledge of North Dakota water law.
• Registered as a Professional Engineer in North Dakota

Application Procedures

Applications will ONLY be accepted online through the ND PeopleSoft System.

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 “Careers,” and selecting “Careers” in the drop-down menu.

Applicants who are not employees of the State of North Dakota can access the announcement and application by visiting: www.nd.gov/careers.

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:

• Cover letter (addressed to Human Resources);
• Resume
• Copy of all college transcripts, and;
• The name, address, and phone number of three (3) professional references (no letters of reference please).

Application materials will be scored based on a 100-point job-related personnel system.

Applications should include information that directly addresses how the applicant meets the minimum qualifications and a summary of work. It is very important to be thorough and detailed in 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

For more Team ND benefit information, please see https://www.nd.gov/omb/public/careers.team-nd-benefits.

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Equal Employment Opportunity

The State of North Dakota and this hiring agency do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), genetics, religion, age, or disability in employment or the provisions of services and complies with the provisions of the North Dakota Human Rights Act.

As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. § 23-12-10.