Hydrologist II - Regional Flood Control

Pima County • Tucson, AZ

20h • Onsite

About The Position

The Pima County Regional Flood Control District's mission is to protect the health, safety and welfare of Pima County residents by providing comprehensive flood protection programs and floodplain management services that emphasize fiscal responsibility, protection of natural resources, and providing a balanced multi-objective approach to managing regional watercourses, floodplains, and stormwater resources. The successful candidate's primary responsibility will be within the Floodplain Management Division's ordinance enforcement program. Responsibilities include researching and investigating complaints from the public, property records reviews, interpreting and applying requirements of the Floodplain Management Ordinance, and working with property owners to resolve violations. Additional responsibilities could include other division functions such as determining floodplain use permit requirements, program development, and drafting regulations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a major in hydrology, hydrogeology, geology, earth science, water resources, atmospheric science, environmental science, civil engineering, agricultural engineering, environmental engineering, or a closely related field as defined by the department head at the time of the recruitment AND two years of experience in hydrology, hydrogeology or watershed management.
• Two years with Pima County as a Hydrologist I.
• Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see resume" on your application.
• Valid driver license is required at time of application. Valid AZ driver license is required at time of appointment.
• The successful applicant will be subject to a 39-month DOT Motor Vehicle Record review to determine applicant’s suitability to operate county vehicles in accordance with Pima County administrative procedures.
• The County requires pre-employment background checks. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include verification of work history, education, and criminal conviction history.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of FEMA Floodplain Management regulations.
• Experience with/knowledge of water resource management, including floodplain, surface water, or groundwater.
• Experience with enforcing regulations for a public agency.
• Experience with investigation work in the field (i.e. outside the office).
• Certified Floodplain Manager.

Responsibilities

• Reviews and approves hydrologic and hydraulic reports submitted with development plans, improvement plans, subdivision plats and floodplain use permits
• Inspects subdivision and development sites to verify accuracy of hydrologic data
• Reviews and recommends approval/disapproval of development plan waiver requests
• Investigates drainage complaints and cites violators of the Floodplain Management Ordinance(s)
• Conducts hydrologic and hydraulic studies and prepares reports
• Identifies flood status of land parcels and delineates permitted uses and restrictions in accordance with Floodplain Management Ordinance(s) and channel design standards
• Estimates flood hazards and develops floodplain maps using computerized hydrologic and hydraulic analysis
• Reviews hydrologic and hydraulic aspects of flood control improvement projects for compliance with the Floodplain Management Ordinance(s) and channel design standards
• Monitors the flood control warning system and interprets system data
• Inspects flood control improvement projects to insure compliance with design specifications
• Reviews and approves/disapproves site analyses submitted with rezoning applications
• Assists in the development of groundwater monitoring programs and implements approved programs
• Compiles and reviews groundwater quality data
• Monitors groundwater quality at county wastewater treatment facilities
• Assists in the direction of outside consultants investigating groundwater quality at county wastewater treatment facilities
• Coordinates and oversees the drilling of groundwater quality monitor wells
• Conducts groundwater pumping tests and interprets pumping test data
• Assists in the establishment and review of liquid and solid waste management standards and procedures to insure compliance with state and Federal Environmental Protection Agency guidelines.

Benefits

• The Pima County Regional Flood Control District's mission is to protect the health, safety and welfare of Pima County residents by providing comprehensive flood protection programs and floodplain management services that emphasize fiscal responsibility, protection of natural resources, and providing a balanced multi-objective approach to managing regional watercourses, floodplains, and stormwater resources.
• Some positions within this classification that are not covered by the requirements of OSHA’s Blood Borne Pathogen program may be offered, at County expense, the Hepatitis B series of vaccinations due to potential exposure to raw sewage and sharps (discarded needles/syringes).
• Pima County determines whether a position is eligible for visa sponsorship at the time of recruitment. Eligibility is based on the requirements of the position and applicable laws and regulations. Not all positions with Pima County are eligible for visa sponsorship.
• Pima County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce and will not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, kinship, political interest, or any other characteristic protected by law.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level