[ES_JOBS_NET] Hydrologist I/II Job Opening with Yub Water Agency in Marysville, CA 95901

[Laken Schattner]

Hydrologist I/II
The Yuba Water Agency invites qualified candidates to apply for the position of Hydrologist I/II within the Water Resources and Flood Risk Reduction Department. This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced professional to join a highly motivated workforce in an incredible work environment.
The Agency
Established in 1959, the Yuba Water Agency is a stand-alone public agency governed by a board of seven elected officials to serve the people of Yuba County. The agency owns and operates the Yuba River Development and Narrows 1 Projects, which includes New Bullards Bar, Log Cabin, and Our House dams. Water released from New Bullards Bar travels to the New Colgate and Narrows I and II powerhouses, where it is used to generate renewable, carbon-free electricity. Nestled in the beautiful foothills of the Sierra Nevada mountains, the Yuba River Development Project significantly reduces flood risk and ensures a reliable water supply for the people of Yuba County.

To learn more, go to www.yubawater.org<http://www.yubawater.org>
Agency Government
The Agency is governed by a seven-member board of directors made up of the five Yuba County Board of Supervisors and two members at large. The Board meets on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday morning of every month.
Water Resources and Flood Risk Reduction Department and the Position
The Water Resources and Flood Risk Reduction Department is responsible for surface water deliveries to much of the valley floor in Yuba County, managing the groundwater basin as the Groundwater Sustainability Agency for the North and South Yuba River Subbasins (medium and high priority basins, respectively), and supporting partnering flood protection and levee districts toward reducing the risk from flooding in Yuba County.  The Department also manages the Yuba River Accord in close collaboration with the Resources Planning Department, which includes a robust groundwater substitution transfer program.

The Hydrologists collects, analyzes, processes and maintains hydrologic and meteorological data to support Yuba Water Agency in its mission to provide reliable water supply for irrigation, groundwater management, flood control, power generation, and to maintain water rights and meet minimum flow requirements.
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will have knowledge in hydrologic, topographic, and meteorological data collection and measurement. The candidate would have extensive field survey knowledge for a variety of environments such as lakes, rivers, canals, penstocks, groundwater, precipitation, and snow instrumentation. Knowledge of standard methods of collecting, analyzing, communicating, and data visualization through charts, maps and graphs is also ideal. The ideal candidate will have the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships carrying out work in an ethical and accurate manner within an atmosphere of teamwork.

In addition to the above, much of the work is performed in remote locations and exposed to the elements so the candidate should be prepared to work in prolonged heat or inclement weather within the Yuba River watershed.

Education/Training/Experience
Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

Education:
Hydrologist I/II:

  *   Equivalent to a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in water/hydrology, meteorology, geology, physical geography, climatology, water resources, engineering, soils, natural resources, or a closely related field.

Experience:
Hydrologist I:

  *   Zero (0) to two (2) years of increasingly responsible experience in hydrology or water resources in a closely related field.

Hydrologist II:

  *   Three (3) years of increasingly responsible experience collecting hydrological data, equivalent to the Hydrologist I classification at the Yuba Water Agency.

Licenses and Certifications:

  *   Possession of a valid California Driver's License and a satisfactory driving record to be maintained throughout employment.
Compensation and Benefits
The annual salary range for the Hydrologist is $88,395.84 - $119,371.20. Actual salary will be based on the experience and qualifications of the successful candidate. In addition, the agency offers an attractive benefits package that includes:


  *   Agency paid health insurance: 1-party is $991.78, 2-party is $1,983.56, and 3+party is $2,628.22 per month.
  *   Dental: 100% paid coverage for employee and dependents
  *   Vision: 100% paid coverage for employee and dependents
  *   Vacation: Accrued at 12.6 hours per calendar month and increases with years of service
  *   Sick Leave: Accrued at 10 hours per calendar month
  *   Holidays: 12 official holidays per year
  *   Retirement: CalPERS: For classic members 2% @ 55 formula and the agency will pay 5% of the employee's 7% contribution to CalPERS. For all others, subject to the provisions of AB340 with a 2%@ 62 formula
  *   Retiree health through the agency upon completion of ten (10) years of service credit with the agency and retirement from CalPERS. The agency's present contribution for each annuitant, including enrollment of his/her family members, is a maximum of $2,000 per month.
  *   Deferred Compensation: Voluntary participation in Agency Plans. The agency will contribute 7.65% amount towards the plan.
  *   Life Insurance: $100,000
  *   Educational/training tuition reimbursement available
Recruitment Process
The final date to apply is February 25, 2025. To be considered for this exciting and rewarding career opportunity, please submit your resume and cover letter with application. Resumes should reflect years and months of positions held.

Preliminary screening interviews, with the most qualified applicants, will be conducted by the Water Resources and Flood Risk Reduction Department the week of March 10, 2025. Next steps which may include but are not limited to testing and/or panel interviews, will be determined by the number of qualified applicants received and will be conducted the week of March 24, 2025. The Agency intends to establish a certified eligibility list for this position.
Special Instructions
The Yuba Water Agency is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the Agency not to discriminate against all qualified applicants or employees. We will make reasonable efforts in the selection process to accommodate persons with disabilities. Please contact Laken Schattner at (530) 701-8674 prior to the closing date for accommodation requests.

Before receiving an offer of employment, the candidate must pass a thorough reference check, drug test, physical exam and background check.

Applicants must be successful in all phases of the selection process to be considered for this position.
In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act, all potential employees are required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship or authorization to work in the United State
Recruitment Contact
Contact phone:
(530) 701-8674
Contact email:
lschattner at yubawater.org<mailto:lschattner at yubawater.org>


Thank you,

Laken Schattner
Human Resources Technician
530.741.5000 Main
530.701.8674 Cell
Lschattner at yubawater.org<mailto:Lschattner at yubawater.org>
Yubawater.org

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