Hydrologic Technician (Seasonal)

National Park Service; Deutschland; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

National Park Service in Germany seeks a Hydrological Technician to support data gathering and processing of hydrologic information in diverse field settings.

The role involves calibrating water quality/quantity recording devices, managing data in databases, and preparing reports and informal briefings.

Candidates will work under varying conditions, including remote wilderness, and contribute to quality control and data analysis.

Qualifications

• Experience collecting hydrologic data in field.
• Ability to calibrate and program water data loggers.
• Experience with data quality control.

Responsibilities

• Collect hydrologic data in field using standard methods.
• Calibrate and program data recording devices.
• Use software to store, retrieve, and summarize data.
• Prepare preliminary reports and informal presentations summarizing routine phases of water quality investigations.
• Assist with basic statistical analyses.

Skills

Data collection

Data calibration

Data analysis

Field work

Tools

Data loggers

Database software

Job description

Open: October 19, 2026 — Closes: October 26, 2026

Summary

Hydrological Technicians perform a range of complex support work related to the gathering and processing of hydrologic data. Anticipated Entry on Duty: March - July 2027. Applicants must be submitted by 11:59 (EST) on the 10/26/2026 to be considered. For more park(s) information, select "Learn more about this agency" below:

Major Duties

Some of the Hydrological Technician major duties you will perform include but are not limited to the following: Collecting various types of hydrologic data in the field using standard methods, practices, and procedures; Calibrating and programing electronic water quality/quantity data recording devices; Using standard computer software to store, retrieve, organize and, summarize data; Using a specialized database to store data; Undertaking quality control procedures to identify data issues; and Working with diverse individuals under a variety of conditions, including remote wilderness settings. Additional GS-06 duties: Troubleshooting electronic water quality/quantity data recording devices. Using a specialized database to correct and grade data. Producing preliminary reports and informal presentations summarizing routine phases of water quality investigations. Additional GS-07 duties: Conducting basic statistical and spatial analyses. Producing technical and non-technical written reports and oral presentations summarizing routine phases of water quality investigations. Motivating, guiding, and training others in order to accomplish goals.