Hybrid: remote and 1110 W. Washington St., Suite #310

Phoenix, AZ 85007

Salary: $16.50 

Grade: 04

Closing Date: 

The Hydrogeologist Intern will support the team's hydrogeologists by assisting coordination efforts with ADEQ, EPA, and other federal, state, and local agencies and private entities and would review groundwater withdrawal permits and Notice of Intents (NOI)s to drill, abandon, replace, deepen, or modify a well applications.

This position may offer the ability to work remotely, within Arizona, based upon the department's business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures.

The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, and commissions, many State employees participate in the State’s Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.

This role will help ADWR's efforts to ensure compliance with the 1980 Groundwater Code, minimum well construction standards, and help protect human health and the environment by preventing vertical cross-contamination.

The intern would learn about well construction, well abandonment, and vertical cross-contamination and plume migration issues near groundwater contamination sites. The selected candidate will work closely with the lead hydrogeologist by assisting with drafting memos, reviewing permits and NOIs, and studying well impact analyses.

Other duties as assigned.

Schedule: Hours will vary from 20 hours per week up to 40 hours per week.

Desired Qualifications:

• A foundational understanding or willingness to learn about the Groundwater Permitting and Wells Section's processes, rules, permits, etc.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• An analytical mindset, with attention to detail.
• Teamwork and strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to analyze and interpret aerial imagery and topographic maps.
• Ability to review historic documents and translate information into a spreadsheet or database format
• Ability to perform field work

Candidates must be enrolled in school and pursing a Hydrology degree. Candidate should be self-driven and motivated to learn about hydrology and places a high value on safeguarding the health, safety, and economic welfare of the public.

This position requires possession of and ability to retain a current, valid state-issued driver’s license appropriate to the assignment.

If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver’s License Requirements.

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

• Learn how to evaluate historic documents and aerial imagery for various water uses.
• Work with a creative, collaborative team of people who enjoy sharing their knowledge and experience.
• Gain valuable experience working in a state agency and organizational knowledge through daily business interactions and job assignments.

Positions in this classification may participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS). Please note, enrollment eligibility will become effective after 27 weeks of employment.

If you have any questions please feel free to contact ADWR Human Resources Office at (602) 771-8500 for assistance. Persons with disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language or an alternative format by contacting ADWR Human Resources. Arizona State Government is an AA/EOE/ADA Reasonable Accommodation Employer.