Field Office Chief: Hydrologic Data & Team Leadership

U.S. Geological Survey; Billings (MT); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Geological Survey, Wyoming-Montana Water Science Center, Billings Field Office in Billings, Montana seeks a Field Office Chief to supervise employees who collect, process, review, and publish hydrologic data; oversee monitoring networks; ensure compliance with USGS technical and safety requirements; and coordinate programs with Federal, State, Tribal, and local partners.

You will lead priority setting, evaluate performance, oversee monitoring stations, manage resources, and represent

Qualifications

• Leadership experience supervising teams of technicians.
• Ability to plan, coordinate, and oversee monitoring programs.
• Strong communication with staff, management, and external partners.
• Knowledge of safety practices and data quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Provides leadership and oversight to hydrologic technicians by establishing work priorities and evaluating performance.
• Plans, coordinates, and oversees hydrologic monitoring programs and data-collection networks.
• Ensures data collection and dissemination meet technical standards and safety procedures.
• Represents the USGS and Water Science Center in interactions with Federal, State, Tribal, and local partners.
• Communicates technical information and guides staff to resolve operational issues.

Skills

Leadership

Supervision

Strategic planning

Communication

Partnering

Technical competence

Job description

The U.S. Geological Survey, Wyoming-Montana Water Science Center, Billings Field Office in Billings, Montana seeks a Field Office Chief to supervise employees who collect, process, review, and publish hydrologic data; oversee monitoring networks; ensure compliance with USGS technical and safety requirements; and coordinate programs with Federal, State, Tribal, and local partners.

You will lead priority setting, evaluate performance, oversee monitoring stations, manage resources, and represent