Hydrology Assistant AmeriCorps

POSITION DETAILS

Position (s): 4399
Position Title: Hydrology Assistant - Ameri Corps
Conservation Legacy Program: Scientists in Parks, Stewards Individual Placements
Site

Location:

Water Resources Division, Lakewood, Colorado
Number of positions available: 1

Duration: 52 Weeks (not flexible)
Flexible

Start Date:

Yes
Start Date: 6/1/2026
End Date: 5/31/2027
Ameri Corps Slot Classification: 1700 hours - this is the minimum number of hours the selected candidate must serve throughout the duration of their position.

• Segal Ameri Corps Education Award: $ 7,395.00 upon successful completion of position
• Weekly Living Allowance: $ 700.00 per week, fixed rate
• Relocation Allowance: $ 450.00 (distributed as a one-time lump sum with first paycheck)
• Student Loan Forbearance if applicable (administered by My Ameri Corps , directly)
• Student Loan Interest Payments if applicable (administered through My Ameri Corps , directly)
• A Free Healthcare Coverage (opt in) and Childcare Coverage (opt in) for 52‑week positions only

Preference given to applicants who submit applications before Sunday, February 15, 2026. Applications will be reviewed after the Final date to receive applications passes. Positions will close after receiving 60 complete applications, or at 11:59 p.m. EST on February 15, 2026, whichever occurs first.

saltwater intrusion, sea level rise, groundwater, water supply, coastal processes, monitoring, water quality, environmental changes

This Hydrology Assistant is an Ameri Corps position. Currently, there is no centralized source of data on the location of groundwater wells in coastal parks. Without this information, the NPS does not know the complete status of freshwater resources and their vulnerability to the effects of rising groundwater tables, sea level rise, and saltwater intrusion. This position will impact a number of potential resource evaluation and vulnerability assessment efforts related to groundwater resources to guide management decisions in coastal parks.

Key tasks include identifying and attributing groundwater wells within coastal park units, evaluating high‑risk locations, developing monitoring strategies, and presenting findings to WRD staff.

Core responsibilities include: collecting and validating groundwater well data; populating a centralized spatial database; mapping well locations and demographics; coordinating site visits; testing data collection protocols; and collaborating with primary and secondary supervisors to develop inventory methods. The work will support nationally applicable ground‑water monitoring and vulnerability assessments.

A spatial database with links to a data repository for wells located in ocean and coastal park units of the National Park Service. Deliverables include an inventory of relevant research papers on sea level rise and saltwater intrusion, and a presentation summarizing project results and recommendations.

• High school diploma or equivalent; must obtain a high school diploma prior to using the education award if not already completed.
• Will provide information to establish eligibility and complete required criminal history and security background checks.
• Available to commit for the entire 52 weeks.

Candidate with a college degree in earth or environmental sciences (hydrology, geology, coastal geomorphology, etc.) possessing strong geospatial/database experience. Proficient in MS Office, ArcGIS Pro, Arc Online, and has strong oral and written communication skills. Ability to work independently and in a team.

Office-based with occasional out-of-town travel (up to 4–5 trips, 1 week each) and fieldwork up to 10 hours per day. Field duties may require carrying up to 40 lb of equipment. Vehicle drivers must have a valid driver's license to operate government vehicles.

Park housing is NOT available. The selected candidate will find housing locally (Lakewood or Fort Collins, CO). Approximate rents start at $900/month for a room and $1,200/month for an apartment.

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