Hydrologist

LCRA
LCRA Salary
Austin, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 4/16/2024

The LCRA River Operations Center is currently looking for a hydrologist to support our flood and water supply operations. Come join our team! We are located in the Redbud Center in Austin, TX. Working with our team of hydrologists and engineers, you'll be directly involved in the day-to-day operations of the Highland Lakes and Dams. This position will use your education and experience in the stewardship of the water resources of the Lower Colorado River. Our mission at LCRA is to improve the lives of Central Texas and our teams are dedicated to service with safety focus as top priority!

You will be trusted to:

  • Conduct hydrological data analysis and reporting.
  • Operate the daily river operations model, determining the minimum release of water required from the Highland Lakes.
  • Perform hydrologic and hydraulic studies relative to regulation of stream flow.
  • Interact with partner agencies and the general public.
  • Provide support for flood operations.


You qualify with:

  • Four or more years of experience in hydrology, such as performing equipment installation/maintenance, hydrologic data collection and hydrologic analysis or relevant experience.
  • A degree(s) in hydrology, water resources, electronics, engineering or relevant field may be substituted per LCRA guidelines for certain years of experience.
  • Driver's license

You are a great fit with:

Experience in hydrologic modeling in RiverWare.

You gain:

- Competitive salary & medical, dental, vision and legal insurance

- Paid time off, including time for vacation, sick and family care leave

- 401(k) match up to 8% that includes a student loan 401(k) contribution program option

- Life and disability insurance

- Wellness program including wellness incentive

- Extensive learning & development programs

And more - all to create a compelling and rewarding work environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer

LCRA provides equal employment opportunities and a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at LCRA are based on business need, job requirement and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, or veteran status in accordance with applicable federal and state legal requirements governing nondiscrimination in employment.

 

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