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Beyond an ideal location, there is a place for you to work in an exciting environment abounding with opportunities for personal and professional growth. We are steeped in tradition and devoted to academic distinction in teaching, scholarship and service. In 2018 Forbes Magazine listed Georgia Southern, along with 10 other Georgia companies or institutions, as one of America's Best Midsize Employers. Georgia Southern University is passionate about serving our region while preparing our students to be lifelong scholars, leaders, and responsible stewards of their communities and the world.
The Hydrologist will play a critical role in water availability projects, utilizing their expertise to assess and model surface and groundwater systems of Southeast Georgia. This role requires a strong background in hydrogeology and modeling.
Employment is contingent upon funding.
Responsibilities
Measure water quantity and characterize flow, volume, transport properties, and saltwater intrusion
Develop and implement surface and groundwater models to simulate, analyze, and predict aquifer or stream behavior
Predict water supplies and forecast floods and droughts
Contribute to the preparation of research proposals and technical reports
Analyze and interpret the results and prepare and present project findings to sponsors, regulatory agencies, and the public
Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams in water resource management projects
Required Qualifications
Educational Requirements
Two years of progressively higher-level graduate education (36 semester hours, 54 quarter hours or the equivalent) leading to a master's degree in hydrology or other directly related fields of study or master's or equivalent graduate degree in hydrology or other directly related field of study if it provided the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of this position OR one year of appropriate professional experience in hydrology that is equivalent to at least the GS-09 level in the Federal service.
Examples of such experience include independent responsibility for a well-defined study or for a phase of a larger study that required the planning and carrying out of routine hydrologic work.
This work would have required the individual to select and make minor adaptations to procedures and accepted practices and handle unexpected conditions arising in the normal course of the work.
A sound working knowledge of the principles of hydrology and the ability to independently perform moderately difficult and responsible scientific work is required. OR a combination of successfully completed progressive graduate level education, as described above, that is beyond the first year of graduate study and professional experience, as described above.
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Educational Qualifications
Doctoral degree in Hydrology or a relevant field
Preferred Experience
Two (2) or more years of experience in groundwater modeling Familiarity with local and state regulations related to groundwater management
Experience in predictive modeling, specifically using artificial intelligence Working knowledge of contaminant fate and transport modeling is a plus
Proposed Salary
$78,706 - $85,000
This is an exempt position paid on a monthly basis.
Required Documents to Attach
Resume
Cover Letter
Three (3) Professional References
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
ABILITIES
Consistently exhibit engaging customer service
Ability to support various constituencies served by the University
Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position
KNOWLEDGE
Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success
Demonstrated field experience for data collection
Working knowledge of GIS and GPS applications
SKILLS
Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills
Excellence in understanding hydrogeologic principles and groundwater flow and transport processes
Excellent communication skills and proficiency in research presentations
Excellent data analysis and interpretation skills
Excellent writing skills specifically for scientific reports
Excellence in using computational tools, proficiency in using industry-standard software (e.g., MODFLOW, FEFLOW, and other)
Apply Before Date
Open Until Filled
Application review may begin on September 4, 2024.
Contact Information
For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Department of Human Resources by phone at (912) 478-6947 or by email at hrservice@georgiasouthern.edu.
For technical support, please call the Shared Services Center at (877) 251-2644 or oneusgsupport@usg.edu.
USG Core Values
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Georgia Southern University, as determined by Georgia Southern University in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.
Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.
Legally authorized to work in the United States for the duration of employment without assistance from the University.
Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation.
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Proof of valid Driver's License upon hire and throughout employment.
Employment is contingent upon funding.
Equal Employment Opportunity
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Other Information
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