Local recruitment: Hydrologist

Virginia Department of Environmental Quality

Charlottesville, VA, USA 🇺🇸

Title: CO – P4190 – Hydrologist

Hiring Range: $50,811 – $70,000

Pay Band: 5

Agency: Dept of Environmental Quality

Location: Charlottesville, Nat Resrcs Dr

Agency Website: www.deq.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public – G

Job Duties

The Department of Environmental Quality, Water Permitting Division, Office of Wetlands & Stream Protection seeks a highly qualified candidate for the Surface Water Investigations Program to assist with hydrologic data collection and maintenance of the Agency’s 77 surface water gaging station network; to assist in the installation of new gaging stations; to ensure the accuracy and consistency of the surface water stage data by conducting flow measurements and retrieving stage data from the network gages every 6 to 8 weeks; to conduct extreme condition flow measurements at network sites during floods or droughts; and to assist with processing, verifying, and publishing the current statistical flow data for publication in the annual “USGS Water Resources Data – Virginia” report.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Candidates must have a demonstrated proficiency in surface water hydrology and hydraulic principles, intermediate mathematics, and statistical analysis.
  • Demonstrated experience in stream flow measuring methods and techniques.
  • Demonstrated experience in land surveying techniques.
  • Demonstrated ability to effectively use computer systems and software to include Microsoft Office products and statistical software.
  • Strong analytical, organizational and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, as well as be an integral part of a fast-paced, productive team.
  • Must be able to travel for several nights at a time state-wide.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Degree in environmental science, hydrology, hydrogeology, geology or related fields or a combination of education and experience demonstrating an equivalent technical background.
  • Demonstrated experience in hydrologic data processing and statistical analysis of hydrologic data.
  • Demonstrated experience using various techniques to measure stream flow.
  • Demonstrated experience in land surveying techniques.

Special Instructions: 

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

No professional licensure required. Must obtain Acoustic Doppler Current Profiler (ADCP) training/certification within 12 months of being hired into the position (pending funding availability and acceptance by the USGS) and maintain biannual refresher certification. Must obtain confined space entry certification within 12 months of being hired into the position. Must obtain the Virginia Safety and Boating Course within 12 months of being hired. A valid state driver’s license is required. Must pass U.S. Department of Interior criminal background check.

Please Read Carefully:

The Commonwealth of Virginia welcomes all applicants authorized to work in the United States. Sponsorship is not provided; therefore, applicants must be a citizen or national of the U.S., a Lawful Permanent Resident, or an alien authorized to work.

Excluding current DEQ Employees, selected candidates for employment MUST pass a criminal background check. A valid driver’s license is required of all DEQ employees in order to operate a state-owned or leased vehicle.

The Application Process: Individuals desiring to be considered for this position must submit a completed employment application or you may attach a resume before the position’s closing date. Applications received after the closing date will not be considered. Applicants are encouraged to be specific regarding job-related knowledge, skills, and abilities. Applications submitted via postal mail, email, or fax will not be considered.

DEQ Values Veterans: DEQ is a proud member of the Commonwealth of Virginia Values Veterans (V3) Program, authorized under the Code of Virginia (§2.2-2001.2). We are committed to recruiting, hiring, and retaining qualified Veterans and their spouses. Veterans who are hired into state positions may be eligible for additional leave accruals based on their total years of service in the military, National Guard or Reserve. For more information please visit: https://www.dhrm.virginia.gov/employeebenefits

Our Commitment: DEQ is an equal opportunity employer by both policy and practice. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive work environment with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. All applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information, or against otherwise qualified persons with disabilities. It is DEQ’s intent that its employment and personnel policies and practices conform to all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination. DEQ will provide if requested, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of accommodation in order to provide access to the application and/or interview process. If any assistance is needed, please contact DEQ Human Resources Office at 804-698-4000.

Contact Information:

Name: Chantel Vereen

Phone: 804-698-4000

Email: hrocommunications@deq.virginia.gov

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: Career Pathways for Individuals with Disabilities, or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155.

Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer


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