- Job ID: 19395
- Location: Fitchburg;Madison;Milwaukee;Waukesha
- Agency: Natural Resources
- Full/Part Time: Full-Time
- Regular/Temporary: Regular
- Classification Code: 55712
- Classification Title: Waste Management Spec-Sen
Introduction
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR), Division of Environmental Management, Waste and Materials Management Program is accepting applications for a Hydrogeologist position and can be located at the Milwaukee, Waukesha, Fitchburg or GEF 2 Central Office in Madison, WI. Position will be filled at the Entry or Senior level depending on applicant qualifications.
This recruitment may be used for any similar vacancies that become available in the near future. Remote work will be available, after the initial onboarding period. The exact amount is based on program need and supervisor discretion.
The DNR is a great place to work! We are a workplace focused on diversity, equity, and inclusivity. Current employees value an important mission, work-hour flexibility, casual office atmosphere, healthy work-life balance, and working for an organization that provides training and growth opportunities.
The DNR excels at protecting and managing natural resources while supporting the economy and the well-being of our citizenry. We are dedicated to working with Wisconsinites while preserving and enhancing the natural resources of Wisconsin. The staff works in partnership with individuals and organizations to manage fish, wildlife, forests, parks, air, and water resources while promoting a healthy, sustainable environment and a full range of outdoor opportunities.
Position Summary
The primary duties of this position are to provide geologic and hydrogeologic principles and practices in carrying out the Waste and Materials Management (WA) program’s responsibilities.
For more information, please see Hydrogeologist or Hydrogeologist-Senior position descriptions.
Salary Information
Hydrogeologist starting salary is between $29.50 – $35.02 / hour ($ 61,360.00 – $ 72,841.60) depending on qualifications. Plus, excellent benefits.
Hydrogeologist-Senior starting salary is between $32.45 – $37.08 / hour ($ 67,496.00 – $ 77,126.40) depending on qualifications. Plus, excellent benefits.
The Hydrogeologist is in schedule-range 15 – 04 and The Hydrogeologist-Senior is in schedule-range 15 – 03. Pay on appointment will follow the provisions of the State of Wisconsin Compensation Plan.
The State of Wisconsin offers an exemplary benefits package with:
- Generous paid time off, including at least 3 1/2 weeks of vacation/personal time, nine paid holidays, and ample sick time that rolls over each year with no cap.
- Excellent and affordable health insurance options (starting at $34/month for single and $83/month for family coverage).
- Other great insurance options (dental, vision, life, and more).
- A top-notch retirement program and optional tax advantaged 457 retirement savings plan.
- A Well Wisconsin program, offering wellness tools and rewards to employees and spouses.
- A free and confidential employee assistance program that offers employees and their household members tools, resources, and professional consultation services.
- For more info, see our Total Rewards Calculator.
Job Details
Background Checks: The Department of Natural Resources conducts criminal background checks on final applicants prior to 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.
Eligibility to work in the United States (I9 Requirement): 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 Form I-9 upon hire.
Probationary Period: A 12-month probation period may be required.
Remote Work: May occur as per department telework guidelines and supervisor approval.
Travel: This position has responsibility for waste and materials management facilities in the assigned counties and other areas of the state as assigned by the supervisor. Frequent travel is required within the assigned counties, with occasional travel to other locations in the state for inspections, training, meetings or conferences.
Qualifications
Please make sure to address and describe ALL of the following qualifications in relation to your experience (by providing a detailed example) within your resume and/or letter of qualifications to be considered for this position. For instructions on developing your resume and letter of qualifications and what should be included in these materials, click here.
Minimally qualified candidates will have each of the following qualifications:
- Education or experience in Geology, environmental, or soil science with an emphasis on hydrogeology.
- Experience monitoring, enforcing, implementing or consulting on environmental regulations.
- Experience in the management and coordination of large datasets including the use of spreadsheets and databases (such as excel, oracle or similar).
In addition, highly qualified candidates will have one or more of the following qualifications:
- Bachelor of Science or more advanced academic degree in Hydrogeology, Geology, Earth, Environmental.
- Experience with landfill or other solid waste facility design, operation and/or regulation (i.e. Chapter NR 500.).
- Experience working as a hydrogeologist in a regulatory environment.
How To Apply
The steps to apply online are quick and easy! Your application materials, including your resume and letter of qualifications, are used during our evaluation process to determine your eligibility for further consideration. It is critically important that your application materials clearly describe your experience related to the stated job qualifications. Please review our helpful tips for developing your resume and letter of qualifications and what should be included. Be advised that there will be no opportunity to change your application materials once you have clicked “Submit.”
If viewing this posting on an external site (such as indeed.com, etc.), please visit Wisc.Jobs and search for this Job ID: 19395 to complete your application for this posting.
The State of Wisconsin is committed to fostering a fair, equitable, and consistent selection process that is based on merit and utilizes sound competitive selection procedures.
The State of Wisconsin is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to applicants of any race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.
Submitted materials will be evaluated by a panel of job experts and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. Questions related to the job and how to apply can be directed to Ulas Karagoren at ulas.karagoren2@wisconsin.gov or 608 266-2197. For general wisc.jobs user information and technical assistance, please see the Wisc.Jobs Frequently Asked Questions page.
Deadline to Apply
All applications must be received by 11:59 pm central on Monday, December 15, 2025.
