Hydrologist / Geologist

This position is located Pacific Northwest Region, Region 6, Malheur National Forest Supervisor's Office. For additional information about the duties of this position, please contact Ann Niesen at ann.niesen@usda.gov.

Participate in hydrologic investigations and studies required for planning and design of multi-purpose projects, such as collecting ground water data and analyzing trends; analyzing and interpreting stream flow data.

Translate findings into long range prescription/plan for management’s use in watershed management/water yield improvement.

Study water resource data needed to support the management’s position during negotiations and litigation.

Investigate following fires to appraise damages to the watershed and recommend treatment for rehabilitation of the area.

Study results that include evaluation of data, trend analysis, and recommendations; and interpret the findings in terms of scientific significance.

Conduct geologic studies and investigations on a variety of projects where geology and mineral activities have an effect on development and/or management of forest resources.

Apply geologic principles to methods of prospecting, exploration, development, and mining and their related impacts.

Develop, evaluate, and administer minerals management activities.

Participate on interdisciplinary teams to evaluate the impact of management activities on public land.

Coordinate with other resource specialists in assessing the impacts of proposed programs and projects on watershed values.

Determine the geologic limitations and capacities of projects in a specific geographical area.

Conduct comprehensive investigations, evaluations, and reports on ground water conditions for water well sites, geologic hazards, and unique geologic resources, such as paleontological sites.

Assist in the preparation of discovery requests including responding to interrogatories, admissions, and document productions by coordinating with technical experts and personnel in the preparation of responses and technical analyses.

Participate in deposition preparation, depositions, trial testimony, and development of affirmative discovery.

Must be a U.S. Citizen or National. Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service or exempt. Subject to satisfactory adjudication of background investigation and/or fingerprint check. Per Public Law 104-134 all Federal employees are required to have federal payments made by direct deposit to their financial institution. Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit E-Verify. As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your probationary period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.