Hydrogeologist (0209) (Hybrid)

Summary: The Southwest Florida Water Management District is a government agency dedicated to protecting water resources and minimizing flood risks. They are seeking a Hydrogeologist to manage administrative and financial processes, collect and analyze borehole geophysical data, and oversee the construction and repair of monitor wells. Responsibilities: - Track and process well plugging reimbursements through the Quality of Water Improvement Program (QWIP) - Operate borehole geophysical and video logging equipment and software - Analyze and manage borehole geophysical data for well design and evaluation of aquifer characteristics - Track and oversee monitor well inspections, maintenance/repair, abandonment, and replacement of District monitor wells under the Well Repair & Maintenance Program (WRMP) - Monitor and reconcile costs against budgeted funds for QWIP and WRMP - Research and analyze hydrogeologic data (cores, drill cuttings, geophysical logs, etc.) to design monitor wells and prepare scopes of work - Oversee construction of monitor wells performed by external drilling contractors - Prepare and evaluate proposals, contracts/bids, and scopes of work - Communicate and maintain professional relationships with internal and external stakeholders - Utilize word processing, spreadsheet, database, graphics, web applications, mapping (GIS/ESRI), and other programs/software for automating data management, documentation, and reporting - Perform other various project management and field duties as necessary Required Qualifications: - Bachelors in Hydrology or Geology - Valid Drivers License required for all positions Required Skills: Hydrogeology, Borehole geophysical data analysis, Monitor well construction Important Skills: GIS/ESRI, Project management Nice-to-Have Skills: Analytical skills, Communication skills, Detail-oriented, Team-oriented Benefits: Florida Retirement System (FRS) District Total Contribution 13.63%, 9 paid holidays (+ 1 floating holiday), Generous vacation and sick leave, Paid Parental Leave, including Maternity, Bonding and Family Supportive Work Program, Medical and dental insurance (91- 97% District paid), Vision insurance, Deferred Compensation Program, Basic and voluntary life and AD&D insurance, Long-term disability (District Paid), Prescription drug coverage & mail order program, Health savings & flexible spending accounts, Flexible schedule for work-life balance, Legal and Identity Theft protection, Wellness program, Public service loan forgiveness qualified employer, Tuition reimbursement ($5,250/year), State adoption benefit qualified employer, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Transfer in years of service for other public sector work – towards the FRS program and sick time