Hydrogeologist Associate - Surface Water (Hybrid, Remote)

Civicworks; Arizona; Hybrid; USD 105,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Arizona Department of Water Resources is seeking a Hydrogeologist Associate (Surface Water) to provide expert analysis on water rights applications, claims and transfers. The role emphasizes instream flow, field investigations, and regulatory compliance within a hybrid setup that requires 2 days on-site in Phoenix.

The candidate will lead multidisciplinary projects, supervise junior staff, and may serve as a technical witness in hearings, drawing on extensive knowledge of water resource planning

Qualifications

• Requires a terminal degree or experience combination as outlined; senior level.
• Experience in water resource planning, surface water statutes, and streamflow analysis.
• Proven ability to prepare technical reports and conduct field investigations.

Responsibilities

• Process and evaluate surface water right applications and claims, including instream flow and transfers.
• Conduct field investigations and analyze water resource data for regulatory compliance.
• Lead multi-disciplinary projects and supervise junior staff; may serve as technical witness in hearings.

Skills

Water resource planning

Field investigations

Geospatial data analysis

GPS surveying

Education

Bachelor's degree + 8 years

Master's degree + 6 years

Doctorate + 4 years

Tools

GPS surveying equipment

Job description

Arizona Department of Water Resources is seeking a Hydrogeologist Associate (Surface Water) to provide expert analysis on water rights applications, claims and transfers. The role emphasizes instream flow, field investigations, and regulatory compliance within a hybrid setup that requires 2 days on-site in Phoenix.

The candidate will lead multidisciplinary projects, supervise junior staff, and may serve as a technical witness in hearings, drawing on extensive knowledge of water resource planning