Hydrologic Specialist I or II (412005)

Description of Position:

This is a full-time field position involving data collection at remote monitoring sites for rainfall, surface water levels, aquifer levels, water quality data and biological data to fulfill the District’s mission. This position involves working outdoors year-round in a wide range of temperatures including inclement weather; and dealing with biting insects; thorny vegetation; and other adverse field conditions.

· Provide superior service to the public, other governmental agencies and District staff.

· Operate and maintain District vehicles and boats, including scheduled services and safety checks.

· Install, maintain and repair data station structures and installations.

· Install, set up, maintain and operate data loggers, sensors, and other types of hydrologic, water quality, and

· meteorological monitoring equipment.

· Perform wading and boat-based discharge measurements on drainage systems, streams and rivers.

· Collect, compile and record hydrologic, water quality, biologic and meteorological data following standard

operating procedures and ensuring proper quality assurance and quality control.

· Collect continuous data from loggers using a variety of Microsoft Windows-based applications.

· Enter data into databases utilizing multiple user interfaces and perform basic mathematical calculations and other

· data quality assurance procedures.

· Assist in the procurement and maintenance of routine field and laboratory supplies.

· Perform other tasks as assigned by the supervising professional.

Minimum Qualifications:

At a minimum, an Associates Degree or two years of successfully completed college coursework.

Special Abilities:

Level I

· Possession of a valid driver’s license.

· Ability to interact effectively with other staff and the general public.

· General knowledge of Florida's springs, rivers, and aquifer systems and water quality.

· Proficiency with personal computers, Microsoft Office, and databases.

· Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot field equipment.

· Ability to understand various units of measurement and perform basic mathematical calculations.

· Ability to swim and ability to operate and trailer an outboard motorboat.

· Experience w/ hand tools, w/ ability to build and repair platforms, shelters & other simple structures.

· Ability to routinely lift & carry materials & equipment up to 50 pounds to remote sites inaccessible by vehicle.

· Ability to perform strenuous work in a wide range of temperatures including above 95° F and below 35° F; work

includes but not limited to; manual earth moving, brush clearing, station construction.

Level II

· Requirements listed above and experience and proficiency with standard operating procedures and equipment

used for hydrologic and water quality data collection

Pay: Up to $49,483.20 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Retirement plan

Work Location: In person

Salary : $49,483