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NEOGOV · 2 weeks ago

Technical Unit Supervisor / Senior Hydrogeologist (Hydrogeologist 4)

Yakima County - Union Gap, WA

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$87K/yr - $117K/yr

9+ years exp

NEOGOV is hiring for the Department of Ecology, seeking a Technical Unit Supervisor / Senior Hydrogeologist to manage a team conducting hydrogeologic evaluations and investigations. This role involves safeguarding water resources in Central Washington and providing expert guidance to senior managers on water management policies.

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No H1B

Responsibilities

Supervise a team of at least four staff members in the Central Region’s Technical Unit

Plan and conduct professional geologic and hydrogeologic investigations and research

Review proposed groundwater and surface water development projects

Investigate the hydraulic continuity between surface and groundwater and assess their potential impacts on water management decisions

Oversee the central Washington groundwater well monitoring network and prepare well hydrographs for water management purposes

Review, or oversee the review of, water right reports submitted by consultants through Conservancy Boards and the Cost Reimbursement Programs

Represent the Water Resources Program and the Central Region on project groups with cross-program and external collaborators

Qualification

Washington State Geologist licenseWashington State Hydrogeologist licenseHydrogeology experienceHydrology experienceGeology experienceLeadership skillsTeam managementCommunication skills

Required

Possession of a valid Washington State Geologist and Hydrogeologist specialty license

Nine (9) years of experience and/or education as described below: Experience as a hydrogeologist, hydrologist, geologist, or closely allied profession. Education involving a major study in hydrogeology, hydrology, geology, or closely allied field

Must possess a current Washington State Geologist and a current Washington State Hydrogeologist specialty license

Must possess or become a Licensed Hydrogeologist in the State of Washington within 6 months after hiring