Hydrologist II — Regional Flood Control & Compliance

Pimasheriff; Tucson (AZ); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

Pima County Regional Flood Control District in Tucson, AZ seeks a Hydrologist II to perform advanced hydrologic and hydraulic work within the Floodplain Management Division. The role involves reviewing complex reports, enforcing ordinances, and coordinating with property owners to resolve violations.

Requirements include a hydrology-related bachelor’s degree and at least two years of relevant experience; FEMA floodplain knowledge and field investigation experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a hydrology-related field and two years of relevant experience.
• Knowledge of FEMA Floodplain Management regulations.
• Experience enforcing regulations for a public agency and conducting field investigations.

Responsibilities

• Review and approves hydrologic and hydraulic reports submitted with development plans, improvement plans, subdivision plats and floodplain use permits.
• Inspect subdivision and development sites to verify accuracy of hydrologic data.
• Review and recommend approval/disapproval of development plan waiver requests.
• Investigate drainage complaints and cite violators of the Floodplain Management Ordinance(s).
• Conduct hydrologic and hydraulic studies and prepare reports.
• Identify flood status of land parcels and delineate permitted uses and restrictions.

Skills

FEMA Floodplain Regulations

Water Resource Management

Regulatory Enforcement

Field Investigation

Certified Floodplain Manager

Education

Bachelor’s degree in hydrology, hydrogeology, geology, earth science, water resources, environmental science, civil engineering or closely related field

Two years experience with Pima County as Hydrologist I (substitutable with education/experience)

Job description

Pima County Regional Flood Control District in Tucson, AZ seeks a Hydrologist II to perform advanced hydrologic and hydraulic work within the Floodplain Management Division. The role involves reviewing complex reports, enforcing ordinances, and coordinating with property owners to resolve violations.

Requirements include a hydrology-related bachelor’s degree and at least two years of relevant experience; FEMA floodplain knowledge and field investigation experience are preferred.