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Salary- $70,956.00 – $93,132.00 Annually


What you will do:

  • Plan, organize, conduct, and direct multiple major hydrologic and water quality field investigations evaluating the effects of point and non-point pollution sources on water quality in waters of the State. The investigations require an understanding and assessment of the hydrology, hydrogeology, water quality, and primary productivity of aquatic systems. 
  • Serve as project manager of large, complex projects: set project objectives and plan/oversee the work of the project team, including other senior and junior staff, to reach the objectives on time and on budget. The project team typically collects and analyzes data on streamflow, water quality and other waterbody conditions. Train project staff on the appropriate technical methods. 
  • Research and select mathematical water quality and hydrologic models appropriate for the project objectives. 
  • Analyze data by applying advanced statistical, water quality and hydrologic/hydrogeologic modeling techniques, and formulate and justify conclusions and recommendations. 
  • Report status and results of water quality, hydrologic, hydrogeologic, and other studies and analyses to management, staff, general public, and stakeholders in TMDL studies. 
  • Direct and prepare publication of technical reports and present results to scientific audiences (e.g., conferences, universities, technical advisory groups). Draft reports are typically reviewed by external experts. 
  • Defend scientific conclusions in legal setting, if the report’s conclusions are challenged on their technical merit. 
  • Train other staff in surface water and hydrogeologic research and investigative techniques.

Required Qualifications:
Experience for both required and desired qualifications can be gained through various combinations of formal professional employment and educational experience. See below for how you may qualify.


Option 1: 
A Bachelor’s degree involving a major study in hydrogeology, hydrology, geology, or closely allied field AND Five years of professional experience as a hydrogeologist, hydrologist, geologist, or closely allied profession.
 
Option 2: 
A Master’s degree with a major study in hydrogeology, hydrology, geology, or closely allied field AND Three years of professional experience as a hydrogeologist, hydrologist, geologist, or closely allied profession.  
 
Option 3: 
A Ph.D. with a major study in hydrogeology, hydrology, geology, or closely allied field AND Two years of professional experience as a hydrogeologist, hydrologist, geologist, or closely allied profession.  

Registration as licensed hydrogeologist in the State of Washington.

NOTE:  Individuals who are interested in applying to this position, and believe they meet licensing requirements for the State of Washington based on reciprocity, are responsible for ensuring they meet licensing requirements for the State of Washington prior to submitting their application materials. These requirements can be found at the following website:  WA State Licensing (DOL) Official Site: How to get your license: Geologists, engineering geologists, or hydrogeologists by reciprocity.


Special Requirements/Conditions of Employment:

  • Possession of a valid driver’s license.
  • Possession of a valid Washington State Hydrogeologist license. Maintain currency on professional hydrogeological licensing.  

Desired Qualifications:
We highly encourage you to apply even if you do not have some (or all) of the desired experience below.

  • 40 Hour Hazardous Materials operator certification. 
  • Demonstrated skill in writing clear technical reports. 
  • Ability to deliver oral presentations on technical subject-matter. 
  • GIS mapping skills.

Note: Having some (or all) of this desired experience may make your application more competitive in a highly competitive applicant pool.


Ecology seeks diverse applicants: We view diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect through a broad lens including race, ethnicity, class, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, immigration status, military background, language, education, life experience, physical disability, neurodiversity, and intersectional identities. Qualified candidates from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.


Need an Accommodation in the application and/or screening process or this job announcement in an alternative format?

  • Please call: (360) 407-6186 or email: careers@ecy.wa.gov and we will be happy to assist.
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Application Instructions:

It’s in the applicant’s best interest to submit all of the documents listed below. Applications without these documents may be declined.

  • A cover letter describing why you are interested in this position.
  • A resume outlining your experience and education as it relates to the minimum qualifications of this position.
  • A bibliography of representative reports or other technical documents you authored or co-authored within the past 10 years.
  • Three professional references.

Please do NOT include your salary history. Wage/salary depends on qualifications or rules of promotion, if applicable.  
 
For Your Privacy:
When attaching documents to your application (Resume, Cover Letter, Transcripts, DD-214, etc.):

  • Please be sure to remove private information such as your social security number, date of birth, etc. 
  • Do not attach documents that are password protected, as these documents may not be reviewed and may cause errors within your application when downloaded. 

Additional Application Instructions for Current Ecology Employees: 
 
Please make sure to answer the agency-wide questions regarding permanent status as a classified employee within the Washington General Service or Washington Management Service. Do not forget to select Department of Ecology as a response to question 2, and type your personnel ID number for question 3. If you are not sure of your status or do not know your personnel ID number, please contact Human Resources.

Application Attestation: 

The act of submitting application materials electronically is considered affirmation that the information is complete and truthful. The state may verify this information and any untruthful or misleading answers are cause for rejection of your application or dismissal if employed.