Lead Hydrologic Field Technician (Remote)

U.S. Geological Survey (USGS)

Fort Worth (TX)

Remote

USD 75,000 - 110,000

Full time

4 hours ago

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Job summary

U.S. Geological Survey in the United States seeks a supervisory hydrologist to lead field office activities related to surface water, groundwater, and water quality, ensuring data integrity and compliance with policy.

You will oversee instrument installation, operation, and maintenance, work with the Data Chief on key issues, and provide technical leadership across a range of hydrologic projects. This position offers potential telework with supervisor approval and requires readiness for field

Qualifications

Specialized experience in planning and conducting the computation and collection of data from gaging stations and determining stage-discharge relations.
Ability to compute discharge rates from gaging stations and interpret rating tables.
Experience acting as party chief and taking indirect measurements of flood flows under challenging conditions.
Experience coordinating groundwater surveys and hydrologic studies for varying geographic scopes.
Hours per week must be reported on the resume to validate work schedule.

Responsibilities

Supervise surface water, groundwater, and water quality field office activities.
Consult with Data Chief on operational, management, and personnel issues.
Provide technical leadership for hydrologic field activities and office procedures.
Lead installation, operation, maintenance, and calibration of hydrologic data-measuring instruments.
Work with management to implement Center and Water Mission policies and procedures.