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Hydrologist II
Open Date: 03/06/25
Close Date: 03/27/25
Salary: $117,979.00 per year
Job Type: Regular
Location: Valley View Campus, 1001 S. Valley View Blvd., Las Vegas
For any questions regarding this announcement, please contact LVVWD Recruitment at recruitment@lvvwd.com.
Hours of Work: 4/10s; M-Th 7am -6pmINTRODUCTION: Human Resources will screen applications and supplemental questionnaires. Candidates possessing the strongest skills and experience for this position will be forwarded to the hiring department for further evaluation and to determine who will be invited to the formal interview process. The candidate hired will be required to pass a drug screening, background check, and may be required to pass a job-related physical evaluation.
The ideal candidate for this position would have an advanced degree in Hydrogeology, Civil Engineering, Geology, Hydrology or Groundwater Chemistry with experience in overseeing large scale hydrologic and groundwater quality monitoring programs; monitor and production well drilling and construction; well and aquifer hydraulic testing; hydrologic investigations and analysis; and technical report preparation. The candidate would have excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong work ethic and ability to work effectively on projects with a team of professionals; possesses extensive experience in data processing and management, including proficiency in using relational databases and GIS mapping and spatial analysis tools; and possess knowledge and practical experience developing Power BI applications and using python scripting language to assist in data analysis and reporting.
GENERAL PURPOSE
Under general supervision, collects and interprets data and performs complex hydrologic analyses of surface and groundwater systems throughout Nevada and the Colorado River basin states; designs and implements hydrological research programs to support water resource planning and decision-making, including development of strategies for water conservation, reuse and recovery; designs, implements, optimizes and administers systems to monitor hydrologic conditions and well production; prepares highly technical regulatory and other reports; and performs related duties as assigned.
DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
Theories, principles and practices of hydrology and geology at a professional journey-level, as applied to water resources and availability in the Colorado River Basin and Southern Nevada; scientific methods and techniques used in the study and analysis of ground water, surface water and aquifer characteristics; hydrologic analysis and modeling software and tools applicable to responsibilities; current developments, literature and sources of information regarding hydrology and water resources, including conservation, reuse and augmentation; Nevada’s Safe Drinking Water Act and other federal, state and local laws and regulations related to groundwater and surface water and the environment; principles, techniques and practices used in design, construction and maintenance of wells, monitoring systems and related facilities; federal, state and local laws and regulations applicable to well design, drilling and construction, including OSHA regulations; EPA sampling and preservation protocols; District/SNWA Standard Operating Procedures applicable to the work; principles, practices, tools and techniques of project management as they apply in assigned areas of responsibility; principles and practices of sound business communication; basic customer relationship management principles and practices.
Ability to:
Plan, organize and participate in a wide variety of complex hydrologic and water resource projects and research studies; perform complex hydrologic analyses using scientific methods, databases and numerical modeling software; conduct assigned research studies with a high degree of scientific accuracy; identify needs and priorities, organize work and exercise independent judgement and initiative in carrying them out; troubleshoot and resolve monitoring network problems and issues efficiently; present technical scientific data, reports and presentations clearly and concisely and in a manner appropriate to a variety of audiences; communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing; review and develop data quality assurance/quality control measures for optimal performance; work collaboratively with other members of the Water Resources team, other departments and inter-agency groups; establish and maintain effective working relationships with managers, staff, representatives of other agencies, contractors, consultants and others encountered in the course of work.
Training and Experience:
A typical way of obtaining the knowledge, skills and abilities outlined above is graduation from a four-year college or university with a major in geology, hydrology, civil engineering or a closely related field; and five years of progressively responsible professional hydrologic experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
An advanced degree may be substituted for a portion of the required experience.
Licenses; Certificates; Special Requirements:
A valid Nevada driver's license and ability to maintain insurability under the District's Vehicle Insurance Policy.
PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS
The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this class, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand and walk; talk or hear, both in person and by telephone; and use hands repetitively to operate, finger, handle or feel computers and other standard office and field equipment; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to lift up to 50 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close and distance vision, peripheral vision, color vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
Mental Demands
While performing the duties of this class, the employee is regularly required to use oral and written communications skills; read and interpret complex data, information and documents; analyze and solve complex problems; observe and interpret complex data or information; use math and mathematical reasoning; learn and apply new information or skills; perform highly detailed work on multiple concurrent tasks under changing, intensive deadlines; and interact with managers, staff, representatives of other agencies, contractors, consultants and others encountered in the course of work.
Under general supervision, collects and interprets data and performs complex hydrologic analyses of surface and groundwater systems throughout Nevada and the Colorado River basin states; designs and implements hydrological research programs to support water resource planning and decision-making, including development of strategies for water conservation, reuse and recovery; designs, implements, optimizes and administers systems to monitor hydrologic conditions and well production; prepares highly technical regulatory and other reports; and performs related duties as assigned.
DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
Theories, principles and practices of hydrology and geology at a professional journey-level, as applied to water resources and availability in the Colorado River Basin and Southern Nevada; scientific methods and techniques used in the study and analysis of ground water, surface water and aquifer characteristics; hydrologic analysis and modeling software and tools applicable to responsibilities; current developments, literature and sources of information regarding hydrology and water resources, including conservation, reuse and augmentation; Nevada’s Safe Drinking Water Act and other federal, state and local laws and regulations related to groundwater and surface water and the environment; principles, techniques and practices used in design, construction and maintenance of wells, monitoring systems and related facilities; federal, state and local laws and regulations applicable to well design, drilling and construction, including OSHA regulations; EPA sampling and preservation protocols; District/SNWA Standard Operating Procedures applicable to the work; principles, practices, tools and techniques of project management as they apply in assigned areas of responsibility; principles and practices of sound business communication; basic customer relationship management principles and practices.
Ability to:
Plan, organize and participate in a wide variety of complex hydrologic and water resource projects and research studies; perform complex hydrologic analyses using scientific methods, databases and numerical modeling software; conduct assigned research studies with a high degree of scientific accuracy; identify needs and priorities, organize work and exercise independent judgement and initiative in carrying them out; troubleshoot and resolve monitoring network problems and issues efficiently; present technical scientific data, reports and presentations clearly and concisely and in a manner appropriate to a variety of audiences; communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing; review and develop data quality assurance/quality control measures for optimal performance; work collaboratively with other members of the Water Resources team, other departments and inter-agency groups; establish and maintain effective working relationships with managers, staff, representatives of other agencies, contractors, consultants and others encountered in the course of work.
Training and Experience:
A typical way of obtaining the knowledge, skills and abilities outlined above is graduation from a four-year college or university with a major in geology, hydrology, civil engineering or a closely related field; and five years of progressively responsible professional hydrologic experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
An advanced degree may be substituted for a portion of the required experience.
Licenses; Certificates; Special Requirements:
A valid Nevada driver's license and ability to maintain insurability under the District's Vehicle Insurance Policy.
PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS
The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this class, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand and walk; talk or hear, both in person and by telephone; and use hands repetitively to operate, finger, handle or feel computers and other standard office and field equipment; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to lift up to 50 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close and distance vision, peripheral vision, color vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
Mental Demands
While performing the duties of this class, the employee is regularly required to use oral and written communications skills; read and interpret complex data, information and documents; analyze and solve complex problems; observe and interpret complex data or information; use math and mathematical reasoning; learn and apply new information or skills; perform highly detailed work on multiple concurrent tasks under changing, intensive deadlines; and interact with managers, staff, representatives of other agencies, contractors, consultants and others encountered in the course of work.
Salary : $117,979
