Senior Hydrogeologist - Non-Classified

State of Nevada • Carson City, NV

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About The Position

The Senior Hydrogeologist Modeler plays a key role in supporting Nevada’s water resource management by delivering expert hydrologic analysis and developing groundwater models that guide critical decisions made by the State Engineer. This position leads technical evaluations of water right applications, reviews aquifer storage projects, and conducts field investigations across Nevada’s hydrographic basins. Ideal candidates bring strong analytical skills, groundwater modeling experience, and the ability to communicate complex scientific information clearly to Division staff, stakeholders, and the public.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university in hydrogeology, hydrology, geologic or civil engineering, or a closely related field, and seven years of professional experience in hydrogeology; or A graduate degree in a related field and five years of professional experience in hydrogeology.
• Knowledge and skills in conducting hydrologic analyses to support water rights administration and water resource management
• Proficiency in developing and calibrating groundwater flow models
• Strong communication skills
• Well-organized, self-motivated
• Strong computer and quantitative skills

Nice To Haves

• Experience with groundwater modeling using tools such as MODFLOW (via GMS, Groundwater Vistas, ModelMuse, PyFlow, or similar software)
• Experience with model calibration (e.g., PEST or UCODE)
• Experience conducting critical reviews of groundwater models, monitoring plans, and monitoring results
• Design, analysis, and interpretation of aquifer tests
• Knowledge of methods used to measure and estimate groundwater flow and watershed-scale water budgets
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint)
• Proficiency with ArcGIS Pro
• Proficiency with programming languages (such as Python, R, or Fortran)

Responsibilities

• Conducting hydrologic analyses related to water right applications
• Reviewing and evaluating annual aquifer storage and recovery reports and accounting
• Reviewing monitoring plans
• Developing and evaluating groundwater models
• Collaborating with staff and management on technical analyses related to the conjunctive management of surface water and groundwater
• Conducting and coordinating water resource investigations
• Performing other duties as assigned
• Fieldwork may include water level measurements, site visits, and inspections of projects with monitoring plans, as well as other activities supporting ongoing and future hydrologic investigations.

What This Job Offers

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