Hydrogeologist (0209) (Hybrid)

Work for Our Water Resources.

Help protect one of Florida’s most vital resources — water — with a career at the Southwest Florida Water Management District (District).

The District is a government agency whose mission is to protect water resources, minimize flood risks, and ensure the public’s water needs are met. We serve a population of nearly 6 million people in west-central Florida as directed by state law.

Join our Data Collection Bureau

Support the District’s Data Collection Bureau managing multiple tasks and priorities in fast-paced, team-oriented environment. We are seeking a detail-oriented and technically skilled professional to support critical programs that protect and improve water resources. In this role, you will manage administrative and financial processes for various projects/programs, collect and analyze borehole geophysical data, and apply hydrogeologic expertise to design and oversee construction and repair of monitor wells, If you thrive in a dynamic environment where field operations meet data analysis and project coordination, this position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to sustainable water management initiatives.

The District supports employees who prefer a flexible schedule or a remote work schedule so that they can enjoy their time outside of the District through work-life balance. This role is considered hybrid, which means the employee will be required to come on-site and work a portion of their time remotely (must live in Florida). Come build a career that is challenging, fulfilling, and helps support the District’s mission to protect Florida’s water resources.

District employees are offered an excellent total rewards package that includes:

Starting Compensation:

Hydrogeologist 1: $53,589.00 - $72,931.50
Hydrogeologist 2: $57,875.00 - $78,741.00
Hydrogeologist 3: $61,254.00 - $84,422.50

The starting salary range for the Hydrogeologist position reflects the minimum to 50% of the compensation. The starting salary will be based on the education and experience of the successful candidate. The District conducts annual performance evaluations that may award applicable pay increases based on positive employee performance.

Essential Functions

• Track and process well plugging reimbursements through the Quality of Water Improvement Program (QWIP).
• Operate borehole geophysical and video logging equipment and software.
• Analyze and manage borehole geophysical data for well design and evaluation of aquifer characteristics.
• Track and oversee monitor well inspections, maintenance/repair, abandonment, and replacement of District monitor wells under the Well Repair & Maintenance Program (WRMP).
• Monitor and reconcile costs against budgeted funds for QWIP and WRMP.
• Research and analyze hydrogeologic data (cores, drill cuttings, geophysical logs, etc.) to design monitor wells and prepare scopes of work.
• Oversee construction of monitor wells performed by external drilling contractors.
• Prepare and evaluate proposals, contracts/bids, and scopes of work.
• Communicate and maintain professional relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Utilize word processing, spreadsheet, database, graphics, web applications, mapping (GIS/ESRI), and other programs/software for automating data management, documentation, and reporting.
• Perform other various project management and field duties as necessary.

Working Conditions

In-office: Standard office environment and equipment such as personal computer, copier, etc. Occasional travel may be required. Ability to perform continuous repetitive tasks (to include keyboarding and driving) with one or both hands and feet is required.

In-field: Work performed in the field may often be in remote and undeveloped areas of the District, under adverse weather conditions. Extensive travel and some outdoor labor may be required. May be exposed to extremes in elements, temperature and humidity and to a variety of pests, including mosquitoes and ticks. Must be able to bend, lift, carry, and reach above shoulder level. May occasionally require the ability to frequently lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds. May occasionally require raising equipment weighing more than 100 pounds using a cable and pulley for brief periods. Must be able to operate a motorized vehicle for extended periods, some driving may be in off-road (4x4) conditions. May be required to operate all-terrain vehicles (ATV).. May be required to trailer, load, and unload relatively heavy and cumbersome field equipment. Must be able to hike relatively long distances carrying sampling equipment in remote and rugged terrain.

Physical, Visual Acuity Requirements:

Sedentary Work, Close Acuity, Talking, Hearing

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Employee may be subject to call-in outside of regularly scheduled work hours, or required to be on call, including on nights, weekends or holidays, to respond to emergency management activities or other incidents requiring rapid response in support of District operations.

Required Credentials for Hydrogeologist

• Valid Drivers License required for all positions

Application Process

The District will determine eligibility for employment solely from the information provided on a District employment application. All applicants are required to complete, in full, the District employment application. Incomplete applications will not be considered. A resume will not be considered as a substitute for the required District application for the purpose of qualification. Applicants who are within 30 days of graduation, if selected are not allowed to start until all minimum qualifications are met.

Additional Details

The primary work location for this position is out of the Tampa, FL office. This position is eligible for compensatory time for hours worked over 40 hours, in a week.

Travel Required

Yes. Some travel, using District vehicle, within District's coverage area.

Accepting applications until March 9, 2026 at 4:00 PM

About Us

The District is responsible for managing the water resources for west central Florida which includes approximately 10,000 square miles of territory spanning 16 counties and serving more than 6 million residents. Established in 1961 as a flood-protection agency, our objective is to meet the needs of current and future water users, protect and preserve our water resources, manage the water supply, protect water quality, and preserve water-related functions.

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Start and grow your career with the District! The District prides itself on providing a positive work environment that engages and supports our employees through flexible and remote work schedules. We provide and support learning and development for staff at all levels including conferences, association memberships, and formal education. Let us know if you have previous public sector experience that may allow for additional perks! Click on the link to apply.

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Equal Employment Opportunity/Veterans Preference/Drug-Free Workplace/Tobacco Free Campuses.

All applicants shall receive equal consideration and treatment in employment without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, sex, marital status, familial status, or medical condition. All recruitment, hiring, placements, transfers and promotions will be on the basis of individual skills, knowledge and abilities, and the feasibility of any necessary job accommodation(s).

The Southwest Florida Water Management District (District) does not discriminate on the basis of disability in regard to job application procedures, hiring, and other terms and conditions of employment. It is further the policy of the District to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in all aspects of the employment process. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing an application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to the Human Resources Office Chief, at 2379 Broad St., Brooksville, FL 34604-6899; telephone (352) 796-7211 or 1-800-423-1476 (FL only); or email ADACoordinator@WaterMatters.org. If you are hearing or speech impaired, please contact the agency using the Florida Relay Service, 1-800-955-8771 (TDD) or 1-800-955-8770 (Voice). In the event of a complaint, please follow the grievance procedure located at WaterMatters.org/ADA.

The District participates in E-Verify employment eligibility verification. We will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

The District does not sponsor applicants for work visas.