- Job ID: 17747
- Location: Madison
- Agency: Natural Resources
- Full/Part Time: Part-Time
- Regular/Temporary: Temporary
Introduction
We are dedicated to working with Wisconsinites while preserving and enhancing the natural resources of Wisconsin. In partnership with individuals and organizations; DNR staff manage fish, wildlife, forests, parks, air and water resources while promoting a healthy, sustainable environment and a full range of outdoor opportunities.
The Wisconsin DNR is hiring an LTE (Limited Term Employee) – position at our offices, in Madison, WI.
This recruitment may be used to fill future similar vacancies.
To see all opportunities currently available at DNR, follow this link: DNR (wisc.jobs).
Position Summary
This position is responsible for the statewide coordinating and implementing the DNR’s statutory responsibilities to inventory Wisconsin’s water quantity resources, including springs, lakes, streams, and groundwater, as part of the Great Lakes Compact. The role leads the collection, management and analysis of field data, coordination with department staff, and working with nonprofits and government agencies and institutions. The specialist will coordinate the monitoring strategy while working directly with private and public landowners and state and federal agencies and institutions to gather water quantity data.
70% – Water Quantity Monitoring Data Collection, Management, and Analysis
• Manage the statewide collection of water quantity data at springs, streams, lakes, and wells, ensuring accuracy and consistency.
• Maintain and organize field data to meet department standards.
• Deploy mapping tools and field equipment to support data tracking and reporting.
• Analyze water quantity data to address complex water resource issues.
• Lead statewide springs monitoring and other water quantity monitoring programs, evaluating and refining the program effectiveness and implementation.
20% – Landowner Communication & Outreach:
• Work directly with private landowners to explain monitoring efforts, gain site access, and address concerns about water levels and use.
• Provide guidance on water quantity trends and how they may affect wells, irrigation, and local water availability.
• Lead collaboration with nonprofits, department staff, and state and federal officials on water quantity monitoring projects.
10% – Reporting & Program Support
• Ensure all collected data is properly recorded and managed.
• Lead development of reports on water quantity trends for internal and external use.
• Lead additional water use projects as assigned.
Salary Information
This position pays between $26.87 per hour and is in pay schedule and range 15-03. Compensation will be set in accordance with the State Compensation Plan.
Job Details
This is a Limited Term Employment (LTE) position and will not automatically lead to permanent state employment or be entitled to the same benefits as permanent employees.
More about LTE positions:
1) Offer a great opportunity to gain experience and learn about careers at the WI Department of Natural Resources.
2) Provide opportunities for individuals to enhance their resumes with skills learned on the job.
3) May accommodate flexibility for part-time or full-time work hours and seasonal schedules. Work schedules are dependent on business needs.
4) Allow individuals to hold multiple LTE appointments concurrently. If both LTE positions are at the same agency, the positions must be bona fide different positions. Each individual LTE position allows for maximum of 1039 hours in a twelve-month period.
Special Requirements:
1) Residency: To be considered for this position, you must be a resident of the State of Wisconsin.
A Wisconsin resident is a person who:
a. Has established a residence, as defined in s. 6.10(1), in this state not less than 10 days earlier;
b. Has resided in this state for not less than a total of one year out of the immediately preceding 5 years;
c. Is eligible to register to vote in this state; or
d. Is the spouse of a person meeting the requirements of par. (a), (b), or (c).” s.230.03(12), Wis. Stats.
2) Background Checks: The Department of Natural Resources conducts criminal background checks on final applicants prior to a job offer. Please note that a criminal charge or conviction on your record will not necessarily disqualify you from state employment. In compliance with the Wisconsin Fair Employment Act, the DNR does not discriminate on the basis of arrest or conviction record.
3) Eligible to work in U.S.: Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire. The Department of Natural Resources does not sponsor work visas at the time of hire or anytime during employment. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete the required Employment Eligibility I-9 form upon hire.
Equal Opportunity Employer: The DNR is an equal opportunity employer that promotes and values diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability.
Qualifications
In addition to the required qualifications below, the selected candidate must be eligible to drive a state vehicle and meet the following criteria:
- Have a valid driver’s license
- Be at least 18 years of age
- Have a minimum of two years licensed driving experience
- Have not had three (3) or more moving violations and/or at-fault accidents in the past two (2) years
- Have no OWI/DUI violations within the past year
Minimum Qualifications:
- Experience collecting, managing and analyzing water quantity data.
- Strong communication skills to work with private landowners and answer water quantity questions.
- Knowledge of wells, streamflow, and groundwater monitoring.
- Ability to organize and maintain field data according to department standards.
- Experience with GIS tools or databases for mapping and tracking water data and data collection.
- Ability and willingness to work outdoors in all seasons
- Ability and willingness to attend weekly overnight field work trips in some seasons
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience working with farmers, private well owners, and landowners on water-related issues.
- Familiarity with state water use regulations and the Great Lakes Compact.
- Understanding of water use trends and their impact on local communities.
How To Apply
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Deadline to Apply
Applications must be received by 11:59pm, Central Time, on May 14th, 2025 in order to be considered.
