Hydrologist II

Introduction

The Division of Waste and Hazardous Substances protects the environment and human health and safety.

Summary Statement

The Hydrologist II for the Remediation Section’s Corrective Action Branch will be managing the investigation and corrective actions of several high-profile facilities under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) and Delaware Hazardous Waste Corrective Action program and other remediation programs as assigned. The position will be required to provide oversight to the consultants working on these facilities and work with the federal Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regularly. The position's functions include participation in public meetings and communication and coordination with public and private stakeholders.

Career Ladder

Upon satisfactory completion of department promotional standards and job requirements, employees may be eligible to be promoted to the next level.

Essential Functions

Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here. Collects, analyzes, and interprets field samples, scientific literature and statistical data.
Supervises and documents the installation of wells; inspects and compiles data regarding existing wells, waste disposal sites, and underground storage facilities.
Summarizes data used in studies, projects, plans, specifications and research.
Performs mathematical calculations to aid in the selection of alternatives.
Reviews and comments on permit applications.
Provides technical and regulatory information.

Job Requirements

JOB REQUIREMENTS for Hydrologist II
Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:

Possession of a Bachelors degree or higher in Geology, Hydrology, or related field. Six months experience in hydrogeology and stratigraphy. Six months experience in collecting hydrologic field data such as geologic descriptions, water levels and water samples. Six months experience in interpreting laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies, and procedures. Six months experience in technical report writing. Knowledge of analyzing and interpreting hydrogeologic data and making technical recommendations.

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