SR GROUNDWATER MODELER (2 POSITIONS AVAILABLE)

SR GROUNDWATER MODELER (2 POSITIONS AVAILABLE)
WPB Adm Headquarters (B2)
4118BR

Job Description

Groundwater Modeler
Senior, Level 4, Level 3, Level 2, Level 1
Groundwater Modeling Unit, Resource Evaluation Section, Water Supply Bureau,
Water Resources Division

The position of Senior Groundwater Modeler is needed to develop and apply groundwater models to support water resource management decisions of the District in a technically defensible manner.  This position requires technical expertise with numerical simulation of groundwater and interaction with surface water and saltwater intrusion modeling.   The candidate will have full technical responsibility for interpreting, organizing, executing, and coordinating assignments. Primary job duties include groundwater model development, calibration, verification, sensitivity analysis, documentation and model application on a sub-regional scale, including data compilation and review, planning regional investigations, use of Geographic Information System (GIS) applications to develop and review model input and output, downloading and QA/QC of hydrological data from databases, and other duties as assigned.  Familiarity with parameter estimation techniques and simulation of variable-density fluids is desirable.  Project management duties may require management of other staff members and mentoring of junior-level staff as assigned by the supervisor.

The position must possess advanced knowledge of hydrogeologic principles and inter-relationships including all aspects of the hydrologic cycle, and extensive experience with ground water model development and application is required.  Knowledge of MODFLOW and SEAWAT computer codes is highly preferred, but applicants with limited experience in MODFLOW/SEAWAT but experience in other surface/groundwater flow and transport model codes will be considered.  Familiarity with Microsoft Office products is required. Extensive programming experience in either FORTRAN, C++, Python, or R and scripting languages is highly preferred. Strong technical writing and communications skills are necessary.  The candidate is expected to work independently and in a team environment.

The position of Groundwater Modeler 4 through 1 is needed to develop and apply groundwater models to support water resource management decisions of the District in a technically defensible manner.  This position requires rudimentary technical expertise, specifically with numerical simulation of groundwater and interaction with surface water and saltwater intrusion modeling.   The candidate will have basic proficiency for interpreting, organizing, executing, and coordinating assignments. Primary job duties include data review and compilation, use of Geographic Information System (GIS) applications to develop and review model input and output, downloading and QA/QC of hydrological data from databases, assisting in groundwater model development, calibration, verification, sensitivity analysis, documentation and model application on a sub-regional scale.

This position requires primarily office work, and the candidate has the choice to be located in either the West Palm Beach, Fort Myers, or Orlando, Florida offices. The position will occasionally travel to other parts of the District. Offsite work requires meeting with stakeholders and other agencies regarding assigned projects. 

Due to the District's response role and in the total scope of emergency management, this position may at times be required to provide support before, during and after major storm events and emergency situations, such as hurricanes or other declared emergencies, depending on assigned emergency response role.

Veterans' Preference:
Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code.  All documentation is due by the close of the job posting.

Senior Groundwater Modeler:  Typically requires a Master’s degree in civil or environmental engineering, geology, hydrogeology, hydrology, or related sciences with 6 or more years of experience that demonstrate measurable career progression with emphasis on a diversity of water resources modeling experience and advanced knowledge of hydrology and hydrogeology.  Equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.  Professional certification as a Florida Professional Engineer or Florida Professional Geologist is highly desirable.
Groundwater Modeler 4:  Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree (Master’s degree preferred) in civil or environmental engineering, geology, hydrogeology, hydrology, or related sciences with 4 or more years of experience that demonstrate measurable career progression with emphasis on a diversity of water resources modeling experience and advanced knowledge of hydrology and hydrogeology. Equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.  Professional certification as a Florida Professional Engineer-in-Training or Florida Professional Geologist-in-Training is highly desirable.
Groundwater Modeler 3 Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree (Master’s degree preferred) in civil or environmental engineering, geology, hydrogeology, hydrology, or related sciences with 3 or more years of experience that demonstrate measurable career progression with emphasis on a diversity of water resources modeling experience and advanced knowledge of hydrology and hydrogeology. Equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.  Professional certification as a Florida Professional Engineer-in-Training or Florida Professional Geologist-in-Training is highly desirable.
Groundwater Modeler 2:  Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree (Master’s degree preferred) in civil or environmental engineering, geology, hydrogeology, hydrology, or related sciences with 2 or more years of experience that demonstrate measurable career progression with emphasis on a diversity of water resources modeling experience and advanced knowledge of hydrology and hydrogeology. Equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate. Professional certification as a Florida Professional Engineer-in-Training or Florida Professional Geologist-in-Training is highly desirable.
Groundwater Modeler 1:  Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree (Master’s degree preferred) in civil or environmental engineering, geology, hydrogeology, hydrology, or related sciences with 0 to 1 year of experience that demonstrate measurable career progression with emphasis on a diversity of water resources modeling experience and advanced knowledge of hydrology and hydrogeology. Equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate. Professional certification as a Florida Professional Engineer-in-Training or Florida Professional Geologist-in-Training is highly desirable. 

Salary Minimum
$59,966.40

Salary Midpoint:
$71,281.60

Salary Maximum
$102,793.60

Organization
WR4204233