Central Region Well Construction Coordinator (Hydrogeologist 3) (In-Training)

The (WR) program within the Department of Ecology is looking to fill a Central Region Well Construction Coordinator (Hydrogeologist 3) (in-Training) position.

This position is locatedin our Central Regional Office (CRO) in .

In this role, you will serve as the region’s technical expert on all well driller licensing and well construction issues, including those requiring complex hydrogeological evaluation.

You will have the opportunity to travel throughout many areas of Central Washington and to frequently work outside the office in the field.

This role will provide you with opportunities to be on site with water well construction contractors and to learn about the industry and the laws and rules that govern it.

You will independently plan, develop, direct, conduct, and / or oversee professional hydrogeological investigations involving well construction issues.

This is an In-Training position. The goal class for this position is a Hydrogeologist 3 (HG3). We will consider applicants who meet the requirements for the Hydrogeologist 2 and 3 levels.

If the finalist meets the requirements for the HG2 level, then they will be placed into a training program to become a HG3 within a specified period of time.

Agency Mission : Ecology's mission is to protect, preserve and enhance the environment for current and future generations.

Program Mission : The mission of the Water Resources (WR) program is to manage water resources to meet the current and future needs of the natural environment and Washington's communities.

Tele-work options for this position : This position will be eligible for up to a 40% tele-work schedule.Applicants with questions about position location options, tele-work, and flexible or compressed schedules are encouraged to reach out to the contact person listed below in other information.

Schedules are dependent upon position needs and are subject to change. Application Timeline : This position will remain open until filled, we will review applications on August 23, 2024.

In order to be considered, please submit an application on or before August 22, 2024 . If your application isn't received by this date, it may not be considered.

The agency reserves the right to make a Hire any time after the initial screening date.

Please Note : We will review all applications received before the date above. Additional reviews after this date typically only occur if we have a small applicant pool, or if a successful Hire was not made.

Ecology employees may be eligible for the following :

About the Department of Ecology

Protecting Washington State's environment for current and future generations is what we do every day at Ecology. We are a culture that is invested in making a difference.

Join a team that is highly effective and collaborative, with leadership that embraces the value of people. To learn more, check out our .

Ecology cares deeply about employee wellness; we go beyond traditional benefits, proudly offering :

• A healthy life / work balance by offering flexible schedules and telework options for most positions.
• An Infants at Work Program that is based on the long-term health values of infant-parent bonding and breastfeeding newborns.
• Continuous growth and development opportunities.
• Opportunities to serve your community and make an impact through meaningful work.

Our commitment to DEIR

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect (DEIR) are core values central to Ecology’s work. We strive to be a workplace where we are esteemed for sharing our authentic identities, while advancing our individual professional goals and collaborating to protect, preserve, and enhance the environment for current and future generations.

Diversity : We celebrate and appreciate diversity; our unique perspectives and abilities enrich us all and lead to innovative approaches and solutions.

Equity : We champion equity, recognizing that each of us need different things to thrive. Inclusion : We intentionally create and hold space so that we all have meaningful opportunities to participate and contribute to Ecology’s work.

Respect : We treat each other with respect and dignity, acknowledging the inherent worth of our diverse perspectives and lived experiences, even in times of uncertainty and disagreement.

We believe that DEIR is both a goal and an action. We are on a journey, honoring our shared humanity and taking steps to demonstrate our commitment to a vision where each of us is heard, seen, and valued.

Duties

What makes this role unique?

In this role, you will become familiar with the basalt hydrogeology of the Yakima Fold Belt basalts and the aquifer management system that has been established by Ecology.

You will also have the opportunity to learn and understand the methods used to construct wells in the multi-aquifer basalt systems.

What you will do :

• Serve as a hydrogeologic and technical expert relating to well construction in Central Washington.
• Provide technical assistance to well drillers, well owners, government agencies and Ecology staff.
• Inspect wells and visit ongoing well construction activities to ensure compliance with state laws.
• Conduct, and oversee complex hydrogeologic investigations involving well construction issues and or to support water right permitting.
• Administer licensing tests for well contractors as needed.

Qualifications

Years of required experience indicated below are full-time equivalent years. Full-time equivalent experience means that any experience where working hours were less than 40 hours per week will be prorated in order to meet the equivalency of full-time.

We would calculate this by looking at the total hours worked per week, divide this by 40, and then multiply by the total number of months worked.

Examples of the proration calculations are :

• 30 hours worked per week for 20 months : (30 / 40) x 20 months 15 months full-time equivalent
• 20 hours worked per week for 12 months : (20 / 40) x 12 months 6 months full-time equivalent

This is an In-Training position. The goal class for this position is a Hydrogeologist 3 (HG3). We will consider applicants who meet the requirements for the Hydrogeologist 2 and 3 levels.

If the finalist meets the requirements for the HG2 level, then they will be placed into a training program to become a HG3 within a specified period of time.

Required Qualifications :

At the Hydrogeologist 2 Level Pay Range 58 ($5,370- $7,226) Monthly (In-Training)

Six years of experience and / or education as described below : Experience as a hydrogeologist, hydrologist, geologist, or closely allied profession.

Education : involving a major study in hydrogeology, hydrology, geology, or closely allied field.

See chart below for a list of ways to qualify for this position at the Hydrogeologist 2 level :

Possible Combinations. College credit hours or degree - as described above. Years of professional level experience - as described above.

Combination 1No college credit hours or degree6 years of experience.Combination 2I have 30-59 semester or 45-89 quarter credits.

5 years of experience.Combination 3I have 60-89 semester or 90-134 quarter credits (AA degree).4 years of experience.Combination 4I have 90-119 semester or 135-179 quarter credits.

3 years of experience.Combination 5 A Bachelor's Degree.2 years of experience.Combination 6 A Master's Degree or above.No experience required.

One year of experience as a Hydrogeologist 1, at the Department of Ecology.

At the Hydrogeologist 3 Level Pay Range 62 ($5,929 - $7,971) Monthly (Goal Class)

• Possession of a valid Washington State Geologist and Hydrogeologist Specialist license, AND
• Seven years of experience and / or education as described below : Experience as a hydrogeologist, hydrologist, geologist, or closely allied profession.

Education : involving a major study in hydrogeology, hydrology, geology, or closely allied field.

See chart below for a list of ways to qualify for this position at the Hydrogeologist 3 level :

Possible Combinations. College credit hours or degree - as described above. Years of professional level experience - as described above.

Combination 1No college credit hours or degree7 years of experience.Combination 2I have 30-59 semester or 45-89 quarter credits.

6 years of experience.Combination 3I have 60-89 semester or 90-134 quarter credits (AA degree).5 years of experience.Combination 4I have 90-119 semester or 135-179 quarter credits.

4 years of experience.Combination 5 A Bachelor's Degree.3 years of experience.Combination 6 A Master's Degree.1 years of experience.

Combination 7 A Ph.D. No experience required.

One year of experience as a Hydrogeologist 2, at the Department of Ecology.

Special Requirements / Conditions of Employment :

• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.
• At the HG3 level : Must possess a Washington State Hydrogeology License.

Desired Qualifications :

Experience working around drilling rigs and in the drilling industry, including logging and oversight of well drilling operations.

Note : Having some (or all) of this desired experience may make your application more competitive in a highly competitive applicant pool.

NOTE : Individuals who are interested in applying to this position, and believe they meet licensing requirements for the State of Washington based on reciprocity, are responsible for ensuring they meet licensing requirements for the State of Washington prior to submitting their application materials.

These requirements can be found at the following website : .