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Wisconsin DNR Water Use Hydrogeologist
Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR), Wisconsin, United States
Apply before: 14 October 2022


Introduction

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR), Division of Environmental Management, is recruiting to fill a Hydrogeologist- Advanced (Water Use Hydrogeologist) vacancy. This position will be stationed out of our Central Office in downtown Madison. This position will work out of the Department of Natural Resources Central Office building, downtown Madison, WI, however, telework may be available for up to 60% of the work week. State of Wisconsin benefits include excellent health insurance options, ample leave time, a business casual office atmosphere, and an exceptional employee assistance program that offers a variety of programs and tools to help promote wellness. We offer a team-oriented atmosphere and a focus on work-life balance, flexible working schedules for most positions, and the ability to flex hours with supervisor approval. The DNR excels at protecting and managing natural resources while supporting the economy and the well-being of our citizenry. Click here to see what working for the State of Wisconsin is all about!

Position Summary
The Water Use Hydrogeologist is responsible for providing professional geologic and hydrogeologic expertise in carrying out the Water Use Section’s program responsibilities. The person in this position functions as part of a statewide team and is responsible for implementing the high capacity well portion of the state Water Supply program. The Water Use Hydrogeologist is responsible for technical analysis of high capacity well applications to assess for impacts, along with issuing high capacity well approvals as needed. This work involves the application of hydrogeological, water resources, well construction, technical program knowledge, and interpretation and application of state statutes, administrative codes and DNR policies and procedures. The person in this position deals on a routine and continuous basis with hydrogeological issues that require interpretation, judgement and have a major impact on department actions and future decisions. For a detailed position description, click here.

Salary Information
Starting pay is $32 - $38/hour for this position ($66,560 - $ 79,040 annually). Pay on appointment for current or former state employees is based on the State Compensation Plan. Current State employees applying as a transfer applicant will require DPM approval for a pay increase. This position is in Pay Schedule / Range 15-03. A 12-month probationary period may be required.

Job Details
Employment will require the selected candidate to pass a background check. DNR does not sponsor work visas, thus, in compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify eligibility to work in the United States by completing the required I-9 form upon hire. All state employees are required to report their COVID vaccination status, whether vaccinated or not, and must provide supporting documentation if vaccinated. Newly hired employees will be required to submit this information within their first two weeks of employment. The State of Wisconsin continues to follow necessary health and safety protocols for COVID. Please visit Division of Personnel Management Coronavirus - COVID-19 (wi.gov) for the most up-to-date information. Guidance may be subject to change.

Qualifications
Please describe the below qualifications in your resume and letter of qualifications to be considered for this position:

  • Required qualifications for this position include experience in all of the following:
  • Education, training, or experience related to hydrology, geology, or water resource management.
  • Experience in assembling, analyzing, and interpreting hydrogeologic and hydrologic information, including groundwater and surface water interactions.
  • Experience communicating scientific or regulatory information to an audience in a variety of communication formats.
  • Best-qualified applicants will also have the following preferred qualifications:
  • Experience in Wisconsin Geology.
  • Experience in completing technical reviews of groundwater quantity impacts.
  • Experience interpreting and applying law or policy related to water withdrawals and use.
  • Education, training, or experience in hydrogeologic evaluations related to water quantity.

How To Apply
PLEASE NOTE: The job application is set to time-out after 30 minutes of inactivity. To avoid losing any updates to your application, make sure to Save often. Click the “Apply for Job” button and follow the directions. You will be able to save your application as many times as needed and make edits up until the point you submit your application. Once you submit your application, you will not be able to make any updates to the application or any materials submitted. References are not necessary at this time. For questions regarding the application process, please contact Katie Breselow in Human Resources at KatieE.Breselow@Wisconsin.gov. For technical troubleshooting related to the Wisc.Jobs site, contact the Wisc.Jobs Help Desk at 608-267-1012 or wiscjobs@wisconsin.gov. Current state employees must apply through STAR ESS on the Careers Tile. Former permanent classified state employees must apply through Wisc.Jobs.

The DNR is an equal opportunity employer that promotes and values diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability.

Deadline to Apply
The deadline to apply is 11:59 p.m. central standard time on October 14, 2022. Late applications will not be considered.


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  • Hydrology Focus Research Group