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Sarasota, FL

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Entry Level

RESPEC is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, which includes equal pay for men and women. All information or testing, family and medical leave, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic is protected by law. Our Affirmative Action Plan for individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans are available upon request to any applicant during normal business hours. Pre-employment background check and drug screens are required for all positions.

Groundwater Hydrologist

Sarasota, FL - W-Water & Environment

Job Description: Progressive Water Resources (PWR), a Division of RESPEC Company, LLC, is a leading-edge Professional Geology and Professional Engineering water-resource consulting company based in Sarasota, Florida. PWR has immediate employment opportunities for an entry, intermediate, or advanced level Groundwater Hydrologist or Geologist. Candidates shall have at least a Bachelor of Science Degree in Geology, Engineering (water resource-related), or similar scientific field from an accredited university. Intermediate-level candidates shall have at least 3 to 5 years of experience. Advanced-level candidates shall have at least 5 to 7 years of experience and a Professional Geology or Professional Engineering license. Position will be predominantly field geology-oriented and will initially be assigned to a long-term project located in southeast Florida (Okeechobee area). Successful candidates must demonstrate a capability and commitment to conduct field work for extended hours (sometimes under adverse weather conditions) under predominantly remote supervision, be willing to stay overnight near the project during weekdays (generally Monday through Thursday) or live sufficiently close to the initial project site to allow for daily round-trip travel to the site.  

Qualifications: The position requires excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability and willingness to regularly work in the field, sometimes for extended periods. Preferred candidates will have experience in Florida and in the following areas: 1) geologic and groundwater field data collection and analysis; 2) well drilling oversight, coring, packer and aquifer performance testing; 3) technical writing; 4) ground or surface water flow modeling; and 5) regulatory submittals and negotiation (e.g., Water Use and/or Injection Well permitting). Proficiency in the following software programs is highly desirable: Microsoft Office (Word and Excel), ArcGIS, MODFLOW, AQTESOLV, STRATER, and/or other similar types of technical, hydrogeologic, engineering and water resource assessment and management related software.

Combinations of education and experience described above, and exceptional candidates from outside of Florida, will be considered.

Work Schedule:  Full-time position, Monday through Friday.

Compensation:  Salary depends on experience and expertise. Compensation includes a comprehensive fringe-benefits package that consists of medical, vision, dental insurance; holidays; paid leave; 401(k) Plan and Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP); continuing education; and professional societies. RESPEC is a 100% employee-owned company and employees are eligible for participation in the ESOP after a qualifying period.

Interviews: Interviews will be by appointment only.