DEPT OF WATER RESOURCES

Hybrid: remote and 1110 W. Washington St., Suite #310

Phoenix, AZ 85007 

Hydrogeologist 3, Grade 23: $55,000- $75,000 

Hydrogeologist Associate, Grade 25: $70,000-$90,000

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

This position requires expert knowledge in the fields of Groundwater Modeling, Recharge and Hydrology in order to make technical evaluations and provide guidance to internal and external Recharge Program clients as it pertains to groundwater flow models and artificial groundwater recharge.

This position will primarily conduct detailed technical reviews of numerical groundwater flow models, provide groundwater modeling expertise at Program meetings and work with hydrologists and other professional groundwater modelers to develop new approaches to analyzing complex hydrologic conditions and unique groundwater recharge problems.

This position will be the groundwater flow model subject matter expert for Recharge Program decisions and the development, interpretation, and refinement of Program policies, often working closely with the Department’s legal counsel and management. This position will train and guide new or junior Program staff in the area of groundwater flow models. Additional job responsibilities include automating data processing and developing custom applications, documenting data analyses, interpretations, and calculations used to evaluate groundwater flow model analyses or predictive scenarios, and writing scientific reports for completed projects. Groundwater modeling analyses for special projects may also be required.

This position may offer the ability to work remotely, within Arizona, based upon the department's business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures.

The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, and commissions, many State employees participate in the State’s Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.

Knowledge of:

• Construction and use of numerical groundwater flow models
• Standard and innovative techniques of solving a variety of groundwater problems including numerical and statistical analysis, database use, GIS, and a general overall skill using computers
• Groundwater Code, Department rules and Statutes, and Department policies pertaining to the Recharge Program statutes and the application of those requirements as it pertains to numerical groundwater flow models
• Hydrologic principles including Arizona hydrology
• The occurrence, behavior, and nature of groundwater resources combined with skill in the collection, analysis, and interpretation of hydrologic and geologic data

Skills in:

• Strong written communication skills: documenting groundwater flow model studies, results, and analyses
• Strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills: presenting technical analyses and results to Program applicants and staff, agency staff, and public forums
• MODFLOW GUIs such as GMS, Visual MODFLOW, or Groundwater Vistas
• Basic programming (Python, MATLAB, C++, Visual Basic, or similar)
• GIS applications such as ArcGIS Pro

Ability to:

• Conduct work product reviews and serve as leader on various groundwater modeling and other hydrology projects
• Analyze groundwater problems, with standard and innovative techniques
• Effectively communicate highly technical information, both verbally and in writing, to a wide variety of audiences
• Work collaboratively as well as independently
• Effectively manage multiple simultaneous projects and establish priorities in order to meet Program and team deadlines
• Establish priorities in order to meet Program and team deadlines, effectively manage multiple simultaneous projects
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with agency staff, governmental officials, the regulated community, consultants, and the general public
  

This position requires possession of and ability to retain a current, valid state-issued driver’s license appropriate to the assignment.

Knowledge in the fields of Groundwater Modeling, Recharge and Hydrology.

Candidate must have a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in hydrology, civil engineering, geology, watershed management, Physical science or a related field.

Hydrogeologist 3: Degree and five (5) years of hydrologic experience. Or a Master's degree and three (3) years of experience or Ph.D and one (1) year of experience.

 Hydrogeologist Associate: Degree and eight (8) years of hydrologic experience. Or a Master's degree and six (6) years of experience or Ph.D and four (4) years of experience.

If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver’s License Requirements.

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify)

The State of Arizona provides an excellent comprehensive benefits package including:

• Affordable medical, dental, life, and short-term disability insurance plan
• Top-ranked retirement and long-term disability plans
• Sick Leave
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Deferred compensation plan
• Credit union membership
• Wellness plans
• LinkedIn Learning membership
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Discounts
  

By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work/life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.

For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

Positions in this classification participate in the Arizona State Retirement system (ASRS). Please note, enrollment eligibility will become effective after 27 weeks of employment. The current contribution rate is 12.29%

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact ADWR Human Resources Office at (602) 771-8500 for assistance. Persons with disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language or an alternative format by contacting ADWR Human Resources.  The Arizona State Government is an AA/EOE/ADA Reasonable Accommodation Employer.