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Department - Regional Flood ControlJob Description

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Job Type: Classified

Job Classification: 5474 - Hydrologist I

Salary Grade: 12

Pay Range

Hiring Range: $54,863 - $65,836 Annually

Full Range: $54,863 - $76,809 Annually

Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification.

The first review of applications will be on 2/21/2025.

The Pima County Regional Flood Control District's mission is to protect the health, safety and welfare of Pima County residents by providing comprehensive flood protection programs and floodplain management services that emphasize fiscal responsibility, protection of natural resources, and providing a balanced multi-objective approach to managing regional watercourses, floodplains, and stormwater resources.

This position resides within the Floodplain Management Division of the Pima County Regional Flood Control District (District). In this position, you will review and approve permit applications for development in floodprone areas of Pima County, and will gain experience with project management, applying floodplain regulations, and analyzing plans and drainage reports for residential development projects. Other responsibilities include hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, floodplain mapping, and assisting with site inspections. This position is part of a team of hydrologists with similar responsibilities under the direct supervision of a senior hydrologist.

Essential Functions:

As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, this classification may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class. Work assignments may vary depending on the department's need and will be communicated to the applicant or incumbent by the supervisor.

• Assists developers, contractors and property owners in floodplain use permit application processes;
• Identifies flood status of land parcels in response to requests from developers, the public or other County and governmental agencies;
• Investigates drainage complaints and submits reports of findings;
• Reviews subdivision plats and rezoning applications for compliance with Floodplain Management ordinances and recommends approval/disapproval;
• Assists technical staff with installation, monitoring, and maintenance of the ALERT rainfall and stream gage network;
• Researches and gathers hydrologic and hydraulic data for hydrology studies;
• Prepares watershed maps, drawings and reports using manual and automated systems;
• Performs computer-based hydrologic and hydraulic studies, analyzes and interprets findings and prepares reports of results;
• Inspects commercial sand and gravel operations for compliance with Floodplain Management ordinances and any restrictions on floodplain use permit, and submits reports to management of findings and recommendations;
• May act as lead Hydrologist for unique or complex projects.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in hydrology, hydrogeology, geology, earth science, water resources, atmospheric science, environmental science, agricultural engineering, environmental engineering or civil engineering with a minor in hydrology/hydraulics, hydrology, watershed management, or a closely related field as defined by the department head at the time of the recruitment.

OR:

Four years of professional experience in hydrology, hydrogeology or watershed management.

(Relevant experience and/or education from an accredited college or university may be substituted.)

Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see resume" on your application.

Preferred Qualifications: (Be specific in describing your experience in your application. Ensure the descriptions provided illustrate your competencies, specifically addressing the required and preferred qualifications.):

• Bilingual (English/Spanish).
• Experience with/knowledge of Geographic Information Systems.
• Experience with/knowledge of FEMA floodplain management regulations.
• Experience with customer service in a regulatory program.

Selection Procedure:
Pima County Human Resources Department reserves the right to admit to the selection process only those candidates that meet the minimum/desired qualifications. All applications will be assessed based on an evaluation of the listed education and experience. Candidates meeting the minimum/desired qualifications may be further evaluated/scored against any advertised Preferred Qualifications. Additional assessments/testing may be required as part of the selection process.

Supplemental Information:

Licenses and Certificates: Valid driver license is required at time of application. Valid AZ driver license is required at time of appointment. The successful applicant will be subject to a 39-month DOT Motor Vehicle Record review to determine applicant's suitability to operate county vehicles in accordance with Pima County administrative procedures. Failure to obtain and maintain the required licenses and certifications shall be grounds for termination. Any offer of employment resulting from this recruitment is contingent upon Fleet Services' review and approval of the candidate's driving record.

Special Notice Items: The County requires pre-employment background checks. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include verification of work history, education, and criminal conviction history. A prior criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify a candidate from employment with the County.

Physical/Sensory Requirements: Physical and sensory abilities will be determined by position.

Working Conditions: Working conditions will be determined by the position.

EEO Information: Pima County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce and will not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, kinship, political interest, or any other characteristic protected by law.