Summary of Work As a surface water hydrologist with the North Dakota Department of Water Resources, you will have an impact on the sustainable management of surface water resources, in an environment that provides many opportunities to learn using robust datasets and technology. The management of water rights requires an interdisciplinary approach of water policy, science, and data management. Duties and Tasks Manage surface water permits and applicants in an assigned area and make recommendations to the Department of Water Resources Director and State Engineer. Document, organize, analyze, and interpret hydrologic data. Provide technical advice on surface water resource problems. Conduct surface water resource investigations and studies. Occasional travel for field work or meetings. Measure and record stream and river discharges, sometimes in unfavorable conditions. Work with local, state, and federal agencies on water resource issues. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor of Science degree in engineering, earth sciences, environmental sciences, or closely related field. Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills. Must have a valid driver's license and able and willing to travel as necessary. Ability to safely navigate uneven terrain. Preferred Qualifications A Master of Science degree in engineering, earth sciences, environmental sciences, or closely related field. Courses or work experience in hydrology, surface water management, or water resource management program. Knowledge of North Dakota water law. Experience writing technical reports. Experience working in a regulatory program. Demonstrated knowledge and experience of programming language for data analysis (e.g., Python, R) and open-source geographic information systems software (e.g., QGIS). Experience with hydrologic and hydraulic modeling software. About Team ND "Far and away the best prize life offers is the chance to work hard at work worth doing." - Theodore Roosevelt More than 7,500 talented, hard-working people across sixty-three agencies have come together as Team North Dakota. At Team ND, we are driven to succeed through gratitude, humility, curiosity and courage. Our purpose is to empower people, improve lives, and inspire success. Join us in being legendary.

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The State of North Dakota is committed to providing team members with a strong and competitive rewards package that support you, your health and your family. Considering a new position on Team ND? How does your current position stack up? Use our Total Rewards Calculator to estimate. Application Procedures Please note that the Department of Water Resources is not enrolled in E-Verify and does not provide sponsorships for employment. Applications will ONLY be accepted online through the ND PeopleSoft System. State of ND employees should access the announcement and application by signing into their ND PeopleSoft account at: ND PeopleSoft, clicking on "Careers," and selecting "Careers" in the drop-down menu. Applicants who are not employees of the State of North Dakota can access the announcement and application by visiting: ND Careers website. Application materials must reach this office by 11:59 PM Central Standard Time (CST) on the closing date. In addition to the online application, the following is also required: Cover letter (addressed to Human Resources) Resume Copy of all college transcripts, and; The name, address, and phone number of three professional references (no letters of reference please). For more Team ND benefit information, please see Team ND Benefits. Application materials will be scored based on a 100-point job-related personnel system. Applications should include information that directly addresses how the applicant meets the minimum qualifications and a summary of work. It is very important to be thorough and detailed in all application materials. Applicants who experience difficulties during the application process should contact recruiter@nd.gov or (701) 328-3290. For questions regarding this position's duties or requirements, please contact Missy Schmidt at (701) 328-2751 or mkschmidt@nd.gov. TTY users may use Relay North Dakota at 711 or 1 (800) 366-6888. Equal Employment Opportunity The State of North Dakota and this hiring agency do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), genetics, religion, age or disability in employment or the provisions of services and complies with the provisions of the North Dakota Human Rights Act. As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. Sect. 23-12-10.