Hydrogeologist

Company: Montgomery & Associates
Location: Oakland
Posted on: May 3, 2024

Job Description:

Montgomery & Associates (M&A) is seeking a full-time hydrogeologist to join our California Team. The position includes mid-level responsibilities and requires the ability to manage and provide technical support to multiple tasks and/or projects simultaneously. The person in this position will interact with M&A team leaders, project staff, project managers, administrative personnel, clients, and regulators.



Our company of highly respected water resources professionals, headquartered in Tucson, AZ, has been in business since 1984 and is growing, with recent expansions in the western U.S. and South America. In California, our team comprises 18 professional staff located in 4 offices: Oakland, Sacramento, Monterey, and San Luis Obispo, with a fifth opening soon in Southern California (Pasadena).



This position will support projects and tasks throughout Northern California, primarily related to the implementation of the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act. The role offers an exciting opportunity to work with an enthusiastic team of water resource scientists and engineers. The position is available at any of our 4 California offices (Oakland, Sacramento, Monterey, or San Luis Obispo). Our team is currently working approximately 50% in the office and 50% remotely.



Work duties will include:

Managing and technically contributing to tasks and projects that focus on quantitative hydrogeology and groundwater resources management, including:


Supporting projects planning and implementation of the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA)
Interpretation of lithologic, hydrologic testing, depth-specific water quality, and borehole geophysical data
Designing and interpreting results of predictive modeling runs and supporting model updates
Evaluating and filling hydrogeologic data gaps
Developing hydrogeologic conceptual models
Developing water budgets
Designing monitoring networks and interacting with field teams to implement monitoring programs
Data evaluations and preparation of technical reports
Preparing technical proposals and work plans for future work


Qualifications:


Bachelor's degree in hydrology, geology, or engineering; graduate degree preferred
Understanding of groundwater principles
Clear understanding of how to apply hydrogeologic principles to characterize and assess groundwater systems
Four to 10 years of experience in environmental and water resources consulting
Working knowledge of geographic information systems (ArcGIS), Survey123, and SQL and Access databases preferred
Professional registration (P.G. or P.E.) preferred
Professional experience working with groundwater models and stratigraphic modeling software preferred
Experience working on SGMA projects for local Groundwater Sustainability Agencies preferred
Task or project management experience preferred
Strong organizational, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills, and ability to meet deadlines
Demonstrated technical writing skills and ability to present technical information in group/meeting settings
Proficiency with standard analytical approaches and tools
Interest in engaging in professional organizations, including presenting at conferences
Ability to legally work and reside in the United States


Your benefits at Montgomery & Associates will include:


Competitive benefits and salary in an expanding team-oriented company
Dynamic work environment with safety and technical training provided by the company
Interesting and collaborative multidisciplinary projects
On the job mentoring by senior professionals
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Flexible Spending Account; HRA
Long- and short-term disability
Life/AD&D insurance
Vacation, holiday, personal, and sick leave
Employer matching 401k retirement plan





Monthly Base Pay Range: $6,750 - $8,850

Estimated Annualized Compensation Including Bonuses: $91,000 - $120,000

Compensation for qualified extra hours could further increase the estimate above.




An Equal Opportunity Employer

M&A values diversity and inclusivity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, religious creed, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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