Regional Hydrologist - Water Resources & Field Impact

Minnesota Department of Natural Resources; Bemidji (MN); Hybrid; USD 64,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Telework eligible up to 40%

Job summary

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources seeks a Regional Hydrologist 2 in Bemidji to oversee water use regulation, groundwater management, and related projects in Northwest Minnesota. The role emphasizes technical analysis, data interpretation, and stakeholder engagement to protect waters of the state.

Applicants must meet hydrology-related education and experience requirements. The position supports field and office work with a hybrid telework option and flexible schedules, and requires

Qualifications

• Transcript required; instructions after posting close date will be provided to qualified applicants.
• Three hydrology courses or two hydrology courses plus two related courses are required to qualify in hydrology fields.

Responsibilities

• Ensure water use-related projects comply with statutes and rules.
• Support enforcement, restoration, and monitoring including Calc Fen protection.
• Provide technical guidance to staff and stakeholders on groundwater use and management.
• Promote sustainable water resource conservation programs.

Skills

Technical writing

Field work

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Tools

ArcGIS Pro

Job description

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources seeks a Regional Hydrologist 2 in Bemidji to oversee water use regulation, groundwater management, and related projects in Northwest Minnesota. The role emphasizes technical analysis, data interpretation, and stakeholder engagement to protect waters of the state.

Applicants must meet hydrology-related education and experience requirements. The position supports field and office work with a hybrid telework option and flexible schedules, and requires