*The Department of Natural Resource and Conservation* *Water Sciences Bureau* The Department is recruiting a Hydrologist. The work performed by the successful candidate will be focused on the Upper Big Hole River watershed located in Southwest Montana. The successful applicant will have experience with hydrologic management across a large watershed. The position assists the Upper Big Hole River Arctic Grayling Conservation Benefits Agreement (CBA) program as a hydrologist. Hydrologic and water conservation efforts with the Arctic Grayling CBA program will include building landowner relationships based on Site Specific Plans, water management decisions based on instream flow targets and agriculturally based working lands agreements, maintaining, collecting, and interpreting hydrologic data from the Big Hole River and its tributaries, and providing hydrologic expertise to the Big Hole Watershed Committee. This position will serve as a hydrology and climate resource for the entire Water Resources Division at DNRC. Secondary duties will include collection of field data used in various models and assisting with technical aspects of other ongoing projects within the Water Sciences Bureau. This position offers significant flexibility and autonomy while working within a fun and collaborative team environment. We want you to succeed, enjoy your career, and we will work hard to support your professional growth while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Please contact HR atTracey.Thennis2@mt.govfor a full job description. *Preferred Knowledge and Skills:* * Expertise in the principles, theories, and methods of hydrology, hydrogeology, geology, geomorphology, integrated remote sensing, meteorology, geospatial analysis, and/or surface/groundwater modeling. * Experience with hydrologic field methodologies and use of appropriate instrumentation for water measurement. * Knowledge of methods for conducting hydrologic investigations, including techniques and methods for analyzing data, developing hydrologic models, and reporting findings. * Knowledge of irrigation system design and practices common to Montana including sprinkler and flood irrigation systems. * Knowledge of Montana ranching, agricultural practices, and riparian based ecological processes. * Knowledge of data management, GIS software (ArcGIS or open-source), spatial data analysis and visualization. *Benefits:* Live and play inHelena Montanawhich is located in the beautiful Rocky Mountains and sits halfway between Yellowstone National Park and Glacier National Park. Montana offers an abundance ofrecreational opportunities, including camping, fishing, hunting, as well as world class mountain biking and hiking. These are just a few of our other benefits: * Work/life balance with flexible schedules and partial telework available within the state of Montana. * 38 paid days off a year including vacation, sick leave and holidays. (Vacation days increase with continued state service) * Longevity pay increases with continuous service. * Health, dental, vision, life insurance coverage, flexible spending accounts, EAP - clickhereto learn more. * Free telehealth and access to free employee medical clinics - clickhereto learn more. * Choice between two different retirement plans: TheDefined Benefit Retirement Planand TheDefined Contribution Retirement Plan. An optional 457(b)Deferred Compensation Planis also available to supplement your retirement. * Public Service Loan Forgiveness- Employment with the State of Montana may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness. * Career progression, training opportunities and room for professional growth. * State employee discounts at various businesses across the state. * Military leave: Up to 15 days of military leave with full pay. *This position may be covered by aVoluntary Employee Beneficiary Association (VEBA). *Minimum Qualifications (Education and Experience)* * A bachelor’s degree in a field related to Hydrology, Earth Science, Geology, Civil Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, or Water Resources, is required. A master’s degree in one of the above fields is preferred. * Minimum of one year of pertinent, progressively responsible job-related experience in hydrology or hydrologic modeling. Education and experience equivalent and comparable to that specified above may meet job requirements and would be considered on an individual basis. *Working Conditions* The position is based in Helena, Montana with remote working options available and approximately 50% of the work occurs in a normal office setting. Travel for field work, meetings, and trainings is required. The position requires the ability to walk over rough and steep terrain to carry field equipment to data collection sites. The hydrologist must be able to work outdoors during bad weather and around swift water. The hydrologist must rely on experience and judgement as to what safety precautions are prudent. The hydrologist must have good, driving skills required for both on-road and off-road travel and during times of inclement weather. *Required Application Materials:* * Cover Letter explaining how your education, work experience and your own personal career goals make you a good fit for this position. * Resume * List of 3 professional references that can speak about your relevant skills and experiences. References can be included in your resume. One reference must be your current supervisor or most recent if currently unemployed. *Special Information:*  Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States.  A valid driver's license is required with less than 12 conviction points in the most recently completed 36 months.  *Eligibility to Work*: In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act, the person selected must produce within three days of hire documents that show authorization to work in the United States. Examples of such documentation include a birth certificate or Social Security card along with a driver’s license or other picture I.D., or a U.S. passport, or a "green card". **Title:** *Hydrologist 1* **Location:** *Helena* **Requisition ID:** *25140712*