Water Resources Hydrologist I

The State of South Carolina is hiring a Water Resources Hydrologist I in Columbia, SC. The role involves providing information on surface-water availability, assisting in water resource investigations, and supporting River Basin Councils. Responsibilities include hydrologic analyses, technical support for projects, and surface-water modeling. A bachelor's degree in hydrology, geology, or geological engineering is required. The position is not remote and focuses on environmental protection.
JOB

Careers at SCDES: Where Passion Meets Preservation Do you love South Carolina and protecting the environment? Come join our team at SCDES, put your passion to work with us! We are dedicated to protecting the state of South Carolina and we would love to have you as a member of our team!Science | Service | SustainabilityIntroduction/Job Purpose: The Water Resources Hydrologist I provide reliable information to decision-makers in the state regarding surface-water availability. To support water resource investigations that help the state better understand the state's water resources. To assist in the development of surface water information and products (reports, databases, and technical papers) that satisfy legislatively defined duties of the Department of Environmental Services. To assist River Basin Councils in the implementation of River Basin Plans. Job Duties: 1. Participates in new and ongoing surface water projects in the State as needed. Provides entry level technical assistance to Hydrology Section staff. Works with stakeholder groups as needed to complete projects. Projects include: a. hydrologic analyses to characterize surface water resources and surface water availability. b. analyses of water use data. c. the Federal Energy Relicensing Commission's (FERC) relicensing of hydro-electric plants. d. ecological or instream flow studies. e. assisting other staff in drought assessments. f. assisting other staff in field work and collection of hydrologic data. 2. Provides entry level Technical Support and assists River Basin Councils in fulfilling goals and recommendations outlined in River Basin Plans. Specifically, a. Participates in hydrologic investigations as needed to support River Basin Plan implementation. b. Assists Councils in public outreach activities. c. Assists Councils in acquiring funding needed for plan implementation. 3. Participates in surface-water modeling applications in the State's major river basins to support regional water planning efforts and other water investigations. Specific surface-water model primary utilized is the Simplified Water Allocation Model (SWAM), but other surface-water models may be utilized as needed. Specifically: a. Prepares model input data, runs model scenarios and interprets and summarizes model outputs. b. Prepares summary reports for Hydrology Section Manager. c. Participates in model updates and/or enhancements. d. Reviews model updates or enhancements completed by outside contractors and provides appropriate feedback. e. Becomes knowledgeable on additional surface-water models as needed that may be used for planning purposes or in other surface-water resource investigations.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

A bachelor’s degree in hydrology, geology or geological engineering. Institutions of Higher Learning must be recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application are encouraged to upload an unofficial copy of the transcript as an attachment to the application. Please note that the agency will require an official, certified copy of the transcript or diploma prior to hiring.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

SCDES is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information. The Department will not sponsor H1B visas for this position. The South Carolina Department of Environmental Services offers an exceptional benefits package for full time (FTE) employees: Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse, and children. Click here for additional information.15 days annual (vacation) leave per year15 days sick leave per year13 paid holidaysPaid parental leaveS.C. Deferred Compensation Program available (S.C. Deferred Compensation)Retirement benefit choices * State Retirement Plan (SCRS)State Optional Retirement Program (State ORP)Remote Work: The option of partially remote work is available after successful completion of 6 months to 1 year of employment, based on job functions*Enrollment in one of the listed plans is required for all FTE employees; please refer to the contribution section of hyperlinked retirement sites for the current contribution rate of gross pay.