Hydrologist II - Water Supply Assessment and Protection

Hydrologist II - Water Supply Assessment and Protection

Introduction

This Section provides permitting services for the agricultural, commercial, industrial, and municipal sectors in Delaware.

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This position supports the Water Supply Assessment & Protection Section of the Commercial and Government Services Section in DNREC’s Division of Water. Hydrologists provide technical expertise needed to protect and promote the wise use of the state’s water resources. This position requires good communication skills, because they interact with the public, private consultants, municipalities, service providers, agricultural cooperators, and members of the regulated community.

Duties include reviewing/analyzing analytical data, regulatory review of permit applications, conducting resource assessments and investigations. Duties may also include maintaining databases and participating in public outreach and education events.

• Collects, analyzes, and interprets field samples, scientific literature and statistical data.
• Supervises and documents the installation of wells; inspects and compiles data regarding existing wells, waste disposal sites, and underground storage facilities.
• Summarizes data used in studies, projects, plans, specifications and research.
• Performs mathematical calculations to aid in the selection of alternatives.
• Reviews and comments on permit applications.
• Provides technical and regulatory information.

JOB REQUIREMENTS For Hydrologist II

• Possession of a Bachelors degree or higher in Geology, Hydrology, or related field.
• Six months experience in hydrogeology and stratigraphy.
• Six months experience in collecting hydrologic field data such as geologic descriptions, water levels and water samples.
• Six months experience in interpreting laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies, and procedures.
• Six months experience in technical report writing.
• Knowledge of analyzing and interpreting hydrogeologic data and making technical recommendations.

The State of Delaware recognizes the value of telework and flexible working schedules. This position is eligible for Telework and Alternative Work Schedules according to the State of Delaware’s Alternative Work Arrangement Policy. More information will be shared at the time of interview.

This posting may be closed on or before the listed date upon filling the vacant position(s).

DNREC does not provide sponsorship for holders of H-1 B Visas.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware Executive Branch participates in the Federal E-Verify system where the State will provide the federal government with each new hires Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information refer to our job seeker resources.

As a condition of hire you must possess a valid driver's license (not suspended, revoked or cancelled, or disqualified from driving).

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The application and supplemental questionnaire are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position. It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and the supplemental questionnaire to include dates of employment, job title and job duties. For education and training, list name of educational provider, training course titles and summary of course content.

Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment, education and training history as it relates to the job requirements.

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