Junior Hydrogeologist

Role Responsibilities

Are you passionate about sustainable environmental practices and eager to make a difference in natural resource management?

The Oil Sands Monitoring Branch is seeking a motivated Junior Hydrogeologist to join our dynamic team and contribute to Alberta's commitment to responsible environmental stewardship.

As a Junior Hydrogeologist, you will play a pivotal role in monitoring and managing Alberta’s water resources. Working alongside a team of dedicated professionals, you will leverage advanced scientific methods to assess and safeguard our province’s precious natural resources.

Key Responsibilities:
•    Contribute to the design of groundwater monitoring programs, protocols, and conceptual models.
•    Collaborate with Indigenous communities to support efforts aimed at addressing groundwater-related concerns and questions.
•    Develop monitoring plans, budgets, innovative studies, and novel methods for assessing groundwater conditions in the oil sands region.
•    Work with relevant staff to ensure the safe, efficient, and effective delivery of groundwater monitoring programs, including conducting field investigations, supervising well installations, validating data, performing data analysis, and preparing reports.
•    Ensure scientific rigor by independently evaluating groundwater data, preparing technical and program reports, publishing in peer-reviewed journals, and presenting findings to OSM partners and stakeholders.
•    Support the development and implementation of hydrogeological research programs.

Please click on this link to view the job description for this position.

APS Competencies

We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.

This link will assist you with understanding competencies:  https://www.alberta.ca/system/files/custom_downloaded_images/psc-alberta-public-service-competency-model.pdf.

Systems Thinking: Align actions with organizational goals, connecting environmental programs to government strategies. Balance immediate tasks with sustainable practices, anticipating long-term outcomes of groundwater monitoring.

Creative Problem Solving: Innovate solutions for groundwater quality monitoring and data analysis. Propose actionable recommendations using scientific insights to address complex environmental challenges.

Drive for Results: Deliver accurate, high-quality scientific reports on time, meeting program objectives and legislative requirements. Prioritize effectively to meet stakeholder expectations.

Building Collaborative Environments: Foster partnerships with colleagues, Indigenous communities, and stakeholders. Share expertise, contribute to team objectives, and integrate diverse perspectives in multidisciplinary projects.

Agility: Anticipate and adapt to shifting priorities and environmental conditions. Respond positively to feedback, adjusting plans with resilience and flexibility. Proactively tackle challenges through innovative thinking, maintaining momentum despite setbacks.

Qualifications

Requirements:

Education:
A master’s degree in hydrogeology, contaminant hydrogeology, physical hydrogeology, geology, geostatistics, environmental (bio)geochemistry, environmental engineering, water resources, or a related field.

Experience:
Two years of experience in groundwater quality and quantity analysis, environmental monitoring, addressing emerging groundwater issues, utilizing drilling techniques and well installation, conducting data analysis and applying statistical methods, performing hydrogeological modeling, and preparing scientific reporting.

Equivalency:
•    PhD in a scientific discipline related to the position; no experience required.
•    University graduation in a related field, plus 4 years of related experience.

Assets:
•    A PhD with post-doctoral experience is considered an asset, demonstrating advanced knowledge and research expertise in groundwater science.
•    Proficiency in data evaluation and analysis software (e.g., Excel, MATLAB, R, Python) is preferred, as the role involves managing large datasets and conducting scientific analysis.
•    Expertise in drilling techniques, installation of monitoring and production wells, and soil and groundwater sampling procedures.
•    Experience using groundwater monitoring equipment and instruments for sampling and data collection.
•    Knowledge of Alberta’s hydrostratigraphy and experience with groundwater modeling software, such as FEFLOW, HYDROGEOSPHERE, and MODFLOW.
•    Knowledge of Alberta's acts, regulations, policies and frameworks related to groundwater resources.

Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification. Refer to https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-minimum-recruitment-standards.

Notes

This is a full-time, permanent position in Calgary, Alberta; however, Edmonton may also be considered. The work schedule is Monday to Friday, from 8:15 AM to 4:30 PM, totaling 36.25 hours per week.

Please submit your cover letter and updated resume, including clear and concise specific examples that demonstrate how your qualifications meet the advertised requirements and competencies.

Resume Guidelines:
Employment Experience:
•    Indicate the duration of employment (month, year).
•    Specify the employment status (e.g., casual, part-time, or full-time).
•    Example: Youth Worker, Jan 2006 - June 2009, Part-time (three 8-hour shifts/week).

Post-Secondary Education:
•    Specify your major and the length of the program.
•    Indicate the year of graduation.
•    Example: Bachelor of Social Work, 4-year Degree (Graduated 2017).

Final candidates will be required to undergo a security screening.

Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses, will be the responsibility of the candidate. Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in.

Links and information on what the GoA has to offer to prospective employees:
•    Working for the Alberta Public Service - https://www.alberta.ca/advantages-working-for-alberta-public-service.aspx.
•    Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP) - https://www.pspp.ca.
•    Alberta Public Service Benefit Information - https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-benefits.
•    Professional learning and development - https://www.alberta.ca/professional-development-support-directive.
•    Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool – https://researchapscareers.alberta.ca.
•    Positive workplace culture and work-life balance.
•    Opportunity to participate in flexible work arrangements such as working from home up to two days per week and modified work schedule agreement.
•    Leadership and mentorship programs.