This information is for reference only. These classifications are no longer valid and were replaced 7/1/2020.
- Hydrologist I
- What will I be doing?
- Do I qualify?
- Can I be successful?
- Benefits
- How do I apply?
This is entry-level professional work in hydrology.
Collects basic surface water field data by making tests and measurements such as stage-discharge, dissolved oxygen, sediment load, and specific conductance to determine watershed characteristics and water quality, and establish relationships for forecasting availability of water supplies.
Collects basic groundwater field data by making tests and measurements such as pH, alkalinity, specific conductance, groundwater levels, and pump tests data to determine aquifer properties and quality of water contained therein.
Conducts routine investigations and solves simple hydrologic problems.
Performs well inventories, including on-site measurements of hydrologic parameters.
Installs, monitors, and maintains continuous recording and related equipment.
Analyzes, interprets, adjusts, and correlates geophysical, hydrologic, geologic, and related data.
Prepares, enters, and retrieves related computerized data.
Reviews existing databases to determine availability of hydrologic data.
Uses graphical, statistical, and mathematical modeling techniques to solve identified problems.
Writes technical reports and papers concerning study results and data analyses for publication in government documents or scientific journals or as support for projects or large-scale investigations.
Prepares water-level maps, geologic cross-sections, tables, and/or graphs for formal reports.
Receives close administrative direction; as employee gains experience, more complex assignments are given; work is reviewed while in progress and upon completion.
Performs other related work as assigned.
(The following minimum qualifications will determine merit system eligibility and may be used to evaluate applicants for Missouri Uniform Classification and Pay System positions not requiring selection from merit registers.)
A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Engineering with the curriculum approved by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology Inc. (ABET), or in Geology, Hydrology, Water Resources, or a closely related field which included a minimum of 6 earned credit hours in Hydrology, Hydrogeology, or a closely related field.
Please note that documentation that supports your eligibility (i.e. transcripts, employment records, etc.) may be required at any time during the application and hiring process. If you do not possess the minimum qualifications, please consider one of many other employment opportunities with the State of Missouri.
Do you possess the key skills which are considered essential for successful employment in this classification?
Introductory knowledge of conventional hydrologic data collection methods, techniques, and field/laboratory equipment.
Introductory knowledge of the theories, principles, practices, and techniques relating to hydrology.
Introductory knowledge of the use of a personal computer and associated software.
Ability to operate and use complex scientific instruments and equipment.
Ability to relate physical data to water movement, quality of water, and other relevant factors.
Ability to interpret obtained data.
Ability to relate scientific findings to analogous, but not identical situations.
Ability to write results of investigations for inclusion in widely-distributed scientifically-oriented interpretative reports.
Ability to express ideas clearly and concisely.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, government and industrial officials, professional and civic groups, and the general public.
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