Field Geoscientist: Recorder Well Program

Texas Water Development Board; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Flexible work options

Job summary

Texas Water Development Board seeks a senior geosciences professional to support the Recorder Well Program. The role involves installing recorders, collecting hydrogeological data, and contributing to groundwater monitoring statewide.

Travel around 50% within Texas is required; candidates will work under limited supervision and engage in data analysis, reporting, and field investigations to support water-resource management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Geology, Hydrogeology, or related field required.
• Five years of geoscience-related work experience.
• Licensed Professional Geoscientist in Texas or eligibility to obtain licensure.

Responsibilities

• Install, repair, and maintain groundwater monitoring recorders and sensors.
• Collect field measurements, water samples, and site data.
• Plan and execute statewide field investigations and travel 50% of the time.

Skills

Fieldwork planning

Data analysis

GIS data handling

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geology or Hydrogeology

Tools

ArcGIS Pro

Power BI

SQL Server

Excel

Job description

Texas Water Development Board seeks a senior geosciences professional to support the Recorder Well Program. The role involves installing recorders, collecting hydrogeological data, and contributing to groundwater monitoring statewide.

Travel around 50% within Texas is required; candidates will work under limited supervision and engage in data analysis, reporting, and field investigations to support water-resource management.