Water Planner

State of Indiana; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Indiana is seeking a Water Planner within the Floodplain Management Section to serve as the primary contact for NFIP communities in the region. You will review construction permits in floodways and oversee compliance auditing of local permitting programs.

You will educate community officials on floodplain regulations, conduct technical hydrologic analyses, and coordinate water resource projects addressing state water resource challenges.

Qualifications

• CFM certification is required.
• Knowledge of hydraulics, hydrology, geology, environmental science, and water well construction.
• Ability to read and interpret maps, construction plans, surveys, and technical data.
• Proficiency with GIS software and database management systems.
• At least 8 years of experience in a similar role, or relevant degree in natural resource management, biology, geology, or environmental science.
• Ability to travel overnight and work beyond normal hours as needed.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for NFIP communities within the assigned region.
• Provide reviews of construction permits in floodways.
• Manage compliance auditing of local permitting programs.
• Educate community officials on floodplain management regulations.
• Conduct technical analysis of hydrologic data.
• Coordinate water resource projects to address state water resource problems.

Skills

Hydraulics

Hydrology

Geology

Environmental science

Water well construction

Education

CFM Certification

Tools

GIS software

Database management systems

Job description

The Water Planner serves as the primary point of contact for communities participating in the National Flood Insurance Program within an assigned region, providing reviews of construction permits in floodways and managing compliance auditing of local permitting programs. The role includes educating community officials on floodplain management regulations, conducting technical analysis of hydrologic data, and coordinating water resource projects to address state water resource problems. This position is part of the Indiana Department of Natural Resources Floodplain Management Section.

Key qualifications:

• Certification as a Floodplain Manager (CFM)
• Knowledge of hydraulics, hydrology, geology, environmental science, and water well construction
• Ability to read and interpret maps, construction plans, surveys, and technical data
• Proficiency with GIS software and database management systems
• At least 8 years of experience in a similar role, or relevant degree in natural resource management, biology, geology, or environmental science
• Ability to travel overnight and work beyond normal hours as needed