Senior Hydrologic Technician & Data Systems Lead

U.S. Geological Survey (USGS); Williamsport (Lycoming County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) is seeking a Supervisory Hydrologic Technician for the Pennsylvania Water Science Center, Williamsport Office. You will lead teams conducting surface, ground, and water-quality data collection and reporting, while managing cooperators and stakeholders.

The role emphasizes technical leadership, collaboration with federal and state agencies, and adoption of innovative hydrologic technologies to improve data quality and network efficiency.

Qualifications

• Must be a US citizen or national.
• Background investigation and favorable adjudication required.
• Selective Service registration for males born after 12-31-1959.
• Direct Deposit participation required.
• Pass the E-Verify employment verification check.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
• Must pass a physical examination.
• Complete training and obtain government credit card with travel and purchase authority.

Responsibilities

• Plans, designs, schedules, and supervises activities of staff and interns in surface, ground, and water-quality data collection, data management, and data reporting for the Williamsport Office.
• Promotes and maintains relations with USGS programs and other agencies involved in hydrologic networks.
• Serves as local expert on new technologies in hydrologic data collection.
• Provides administrative and technical direction to staff following federal policies and procedures.

Job description

U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) is seeking a Supervisory Hydrologic Technician for the Pennsylvania Water Science Center, Williamsport Office. You will lead teams conducting surface, ground, and water-quality data collection and reporting, while managing cooperators and stakeholders.

The role emphasizes technical leadership, collaboration with federal and state agencies, and adoption of innovative hydrologic technologies to improve data quality and network efficiency.