Hydrologist Manager I

The Hydrologist Manager reports to the Water Appropriation Director and oversees the Water Permit Administration Section within the Water Appropriation Division. The Water Permit Administration Section is responsible for processing conditional and temporary water permit applications, the water use reporting program, water depot telemetry program, inspection program, and making recommendations to the Agency Director and State Engineer on water permit administration. Additionally, this position will conduct hydrologic evaluations on submitted conditional water permit applications and make recommendations on the applications.

Minimum Qualifications

A Master of Science in the field of water resource management, hydrology, geology, engineering, or related field with two years of applicable experience, or a Bachelor of Science degree in the field of water resource management, hydrology, geology, engineering or related field with at least five years of applicable experience.Demonstrated knowledge and experience with hydrogeology, hydrology, or water resource management.Demonstrated knowledge or experience working with Prior Appropriation Doctrine.Demonstrated knowledge or experience drafting policies or standard operating procedures, and technical report writing. Ability to communicate effectively verbally, in writing, and through public speaking and presentations.Must possess a valid driver's license and be able and willing to periodically travel and conduct field investigations as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with relational databases and SQL.Knowledge of programming language for data analysis (e.g; Python, R), web development (e.g.; HTML, CSS, Javascript), and open-source geographic information systems software (e.g; QGIS).

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770 Application Procedures

Applications will ONLY be accepted online through the ND PeopleSoft System.State of ND employees should access the announcement and application by signing into their ND PeopleSoft account at: https://www.cnd.nd.gov/psp/strp/?cmd=login, clicking on "Careers," and selecting "Careers" in the drop-down menu.Applicants who are not employees of the State of North Dakota can access the announcement and application by visiting: www.nd.gov/careers.Application materials must reach this office by 11:59 pm on the closing date.In addition to the online application, the following is also required:Cover letter (addressed to Human Resources)ResumeCopy of all college transcripts, and; The name, address, and phone number of three (3) professional references (no letters of reference please).For more Team ND benefit information, please see https://www.nd.gov/omb/public/careers.team-nd-benefits.Application materials will be scored based on a 100-point job-related personnel system.Applications should include information that directly addresses how the applicant meets the minimum qualifications and a . It is very important to be thorough and detailed in all application materials. Applicants who experience difficulties during the application process should contact recruiter@nd.gov or 701.328.3290. North Dakota Department of Water Resources does not provide sponsorships. For questions regarding this position's duties or requirements, please contact Missy Schmidt at 701.328.2751 or mkschmidt@nd.govTTY users may use Relay North Dakota at 711 or 1-800-366-6888.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of North Dakota and this hiring agency do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), genetics, religion, age or disability in employment or the provisions of services and complies with the provisions of the North Dakota Human Rights Act.As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. Sect. 23-12-10.