Hydrogeologist, Job ID 73387

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Job Summary

This position exists to provide project management, groundwater hydrologic and geologic expertise related to the 2018 NRDA 3M Settlement by evaluating, conducting, directing, and coordinating hydrogeologic investigations in the east metro, focusing on private, residential drinking water wells. The incumbent will be the technical lead, working closely with other program environmental specialists and contractors, to perform tasks, such as: sample collection, data analysis and database management, and coordination of appropriate treatment or alternative water to private drinking water wells. Incumbent may perform these tasks on Superfund, RCRA, or Site Assessment sites so must be familiar with all aspects of the MERLA or RCRA statutory and program requirements.   This position may also prepare work orders and manage projects being conducted by MPCA Superfund contractors.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in one of the following areas: Hydrology, Geology, Hydrogeology, Water Resources Management, Soil Science Environmental Health; Environmental Science; or other closely related environmental field; and two completed courses in Hydrology/Hydrogeology.  [Candidates must list the two courses in Hydrology/Hydrogeology on their resume to qualify] (Students in their final semester of college should apply for the position and can start after their graduation date.)

AND

Two years of professional experience as a Hydrologist or equivalent. Experience must include investigating and assessing risks from contaminated sites.

WITH

Basic computer skills; proficiency in Word and exposure to Excel and Power Point.

Ability to gain a complete understanding of the environmental regulatory process and procedures.

Knowledge of statistical principles and methods of data analysis and ability to apply these methods.

Good communication skills and the ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with internal and external business partners.

The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency will not sponsor applicants for work visas.  In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

Preferred Qualifications

Demonstrated ability to bring projects to a satisfactory conclusion with a desire to apply continuous improvement principles to daily work.

Problem-solving skills for resolving complex technical matters.

Demonstrated ability to effectively manage projects with high attention to detail.

Proven written and verbal communication and human relations skills to communicate effectively with diverse audiences.

Advanced technical writing skills related to the remediation of contaminated soil, groundwater, and vapors.

Proficiency with ArcGIS, Microsoft Office, and database management tools for storage, analysis, and manipulation of monitoring data.

Ability to make environmental regulatory decisions based on data.

Physical Requirements

Requires occasionally lifting and/or carrying such articles as file folders, ledgers, and small equipment. Although a sedentary job is defined as one which involves sitting, a certain amount of walking and standing is often necessary in carrying out job duties.

Additional Requirements

Position duties may require travel, but driving is not a minimum qualification or essential function of this position. Employees who may drive for state business will need their driver’s license checked prior to operating a state vehicle.

About Pollution Control Agency

Our mission is to protect and improve the environment and human health. We work with many partners (citizens, communities, and businesses, all levels of government, environmental groups and educators) to prevent pollution, conserve resources, and to help ensure polluting does not have disproportionate impact on any groups of people. We emphasize work-life balance with flex schedules, compressed schedules, and options to telework for some positions.