Remote Groundwater Hydrogeologist Field Lead

Washington State Department of Ecology; Union Gap (WA); Hybrid; USD 67,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington State Department of Ecology is seeking a Hydrogeologist at (in-training) Hydrogeologist 2/3 levels for the Central Region in Union Gap, WA. The role involves leading field and office monitoring programs for groundwater resources across Central/Eastern Washington.

The position requires licensure, strong data management, and capability to design hydrological investigations, with telework options and in-office field days. Salary ranges reflect state pay with assignment pay included.

Qualifications

• Hydrogeology experience: groundwater investigations, flow analysis and contaminants fate.
• Technical writing: author technical reports and present results to diverse audiences.
• Data management: experience with environmental data management and metadata standards; use of EIM.
• Field sampling: groundwater sampling with QA/QC practices; monitoring wells.

Responsibilities

• Analyze data using statistical, water quality and hydrologic modeling techniques.
• Report status and results to management, staff, public and interest groups.
• Publish technical reports and present results to scientific audiences.
• Train staff in water quality modeling and investigative techniques.
• Attend and participate in professional meetings and seminars.

Skills

Hydrogeology

Data analysis

Field sampling

Technical writing

Report publication

Education

Bachelor's degree in hydrogeology/hydrology/geology

Tools

Environmental Information Management System (EIM)

Job description

Washington State Department of Ecology is seeking a Hydrogeologist at (in-training) Hydrogeologist 2/3 levels for the Central Region in Union Gap, WA. The role involves leading field and office monitoring programs for groundwater resources across Central/Eastern Washington.

The position requires licensure, strong data management, and capability to design hydrological investigations, with telework options and in-office field days. Salary ranges reflect state pay with assignment pay included.