Performs routine geologic or hydrologic investigations which may include stratigraphic, structural and geologic studies and assists more advanced professionals in conducting complex geologic or hydrologic investigations; or directs and coordinates the work of other geologists/hydrologists.
Positions in this class perform journey- to advanced-level professional geology or hydrology work under general to limited supervision.
Reviews water and waste treatment facilities to assess impact on groundwater quality. Prepares geologic or hydrologic maps for various areas of the state. Collects and interprets routine geologic or hydrologic data. Plans the details and requirements for routine geologic or hydrologic studies involving mineral or water resources. Assists more advanced professionals by collecting data for complex geologic and hydrologic investigations. Performs engineering and related hydrologic studies concerning groundwater exploration, storage reserves, water level fluctuations, saline encroachment, well development and conservation practices. Analyzes complex well and aquifer tests to determine parameters for well and well field design and aquifer protection and management. Investigates and coordinates the investigation of groundwater pollution. Plans complex geologic or hydrologic studies. Serves as content area geologic/hydrologic advisor to industrialists, consultants, government officials and individuals upon request. Coordinates the work of other geologists/hydrologists on projects by assigning tasks and reviewing work in progress. Writes and interprets technical and administrative reports. Supervises and trains less experienced geologists, hydrologists and/or technicians. Reviews technical reports of investigations and recommends corrective or enforcement actions.
Knowledge of principles and practices utilized in geologic or hydrologic investigations. Knowledge of federal, state and local laws related to the area of program responsibility. Knowledge of mathematics and calculus. Skill in the use of instruments, tools and equipment utilized in geologic or hydrologic investigations. Ability to interpret geologic or hydrologic data for the purpose of recommending rules, regulations and policies. Ability to work independently on geologic or hydrologic investigations. Ability to plan, coordinate and direct complex geologic or hydrologic investigations. Ability to train and supervise professional and technical staff. Ability to lift and operate heavy equipment. Ability to communicate effectively. Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with staff and the general public.
Some positions in this class require registration as a professional geologist.
A bachelor's degree in geology, hydrology, hydrogeology or geological engineering and experience in conducting geologic or hydrologic investigations.