Water Resources Civil Engineer — Reservoir Operations Lead

U.S. Department of the Interior; McCook (NE); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Department of the Interior seeks a career Civil Engineer to help manage, develop, and protect water and related resources in the West, balancing environmental and economic goals for the American public. Responsibilities include studies, forecast-based planning, and overseeing reservoir operations to achieve effective water use.

You will provide technical leadership, develop operating criteria, and review procedures and documents for accuracy and compliance.

Qualifications

• U.S. citizen or national; no substitution of education for experience.
• Background investigation required; Selective Service registration may apply.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
• Resume must be 2 pages or less and show relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct complex studies and develop annual and short-term operation plans.
• Provide oversight of reservoir operations to support water management.
• Develop reservoir operating criteria to maximize beneficial use of stored water.
• Coordinate technical planning and review documents and procedures.
• Provide technical guidance to lower-graded staff on reservoir operations.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Water Resources

Reservoir Operations

Forecasting

Project Management

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

The U.S. Department of the Interior seeks a career Civil Engineer to help manage, develop, and protect water and related resources in the West, balancing environmental and economic goals for the American public. Responsibilities include studies, forecast-based planning, and overseeing reservoir operations to achieve effective water use.

You will provide technical leadership, develop operating criteria, and review procedures and documents for accuracy and compliance.