Water Resources Technologist - Hydrology

This is a full-time TERM position. A ‘Temporary Assignment’ may be considered for this position.

Who we are

As trusted environmental stewards, Department of Environment professionals are committed to a healthy, sustainable and prosperous Yukon. Our people are dedicated to keeping the air, land and water clean, the responsible management of wildlife and fostering opportunities to connect with nature. We enrich governance through building our relationships with Yukon First Nation and transboundary Indigenous partners and through the application of both science and traditional knowledge in our decision-making.

Our role

The Water Science and Stewardship Branch works with diverse partners to protect water for the environment and people. We do so by building knowledge generated from our many water monitoring networks, undertaking research and targeted projects and by applying our learnings in the development of plans, policies and by providing expertise through Yukon’s regulatory process and through issuing flood forecasts. We are a committed, collaborative and engaged group of professionals who take pride in water stewardship for all Yukoners.

Your role

The Hydrology Technologist plays an important role within the Branch to support the operation of long-term monitoring networks for hydrometric, meteorological, and snow survey data collection. The position undertakes field work throughout remote areas of the Yukon to collect water quantity data and ensure the continual functioning of monitoring stations. Other key duties include data management, analysis, reporting, production of snow bulletins, and support for community monitoring programs. The successful candidate will lead several different projects and work collaboratively with other government departments, First Nation partners, consultants, and the public.

IMPORTANT: Please submit your application clearly demonstrating how you meet each of the following essential qualifications. Emphasize how your work experiences and related duties align with the essential qualifications listed below. Include the month and year you started and ended a job when you list your work experience. Selection for further consideration is based solely on the information you provide in your application.

It may be helpful for you to review “Prepare your resume and cover letter”.

Essential Qualifications (what we’re looking for in your resume):

If this position interests you, please submit your application clearly demonstrating how you meet the qualifications below as selection for further consideration is based on the information you provide in your application. You may be asked to complete a questionnaire to assist the screening panel in their assessment.

• A Degree in water resources engineering, physical geography, earth sciences, environmental sciences, or related discipline with a specialization in water resource technology/hydrology.
• Recent experience in the installation, operation, and maintenance of hydrometric and/or meteorological monitoring stations.
• Recent experience with data collection instrumentation (e.g. data loggers, streamflow velocity meters, snow pillows, satellite data collection platforms, and meteorological sensors).
• Experience using software for the synthesis and analysis of water data (e.g. Microsoft Excel, Aquarius Time Series, statistical analysis packages, and hydrological modelling applications).
• Experience in analyzing and conducting technical assessments and presenting data and information in reports.
• Experience planning, coordinating and leading field operations in remote and challenging locations.
• Experience using field instrumentation, DC electronic systems and field installation techniques, including basic mechanical, plumbing, construction and rigging practices. Proficiency in the safe operation and maintenance of a variety of hand and power tools. Experience conducting water quality and groundwater monitoring will be considered an asset.

Candidates who have education, training, and/or experience equivalent to the essential qualifications listed above may be equally considered.

Desired Knowledge, Skills and Suitability

Candidates should have and may be assessed on

• Sound understanding of meteorological and hydrological processes in northern and cold-region environments.
• Knowledge of hydro-meteorological monitoring methods, data collection techniques and instrumentation.
• Proficiency with a variety of computer applications for environmental data management, analysis and reporting.
• Ability to work independently in remote field settings and exercise sound judgement with minimal supervision.
• Ability to establish and maintain working partnerships with internal and external partners, including First Nation governments and other stakeholders. Strong interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills.
• Effective planning, scheduling and time-management skills.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Practical mechanical aptitude, including basic plumbing, construction, equipment maintenance and troubleshooting skills. Familiarity with DC electronic, telemetry and remote monitoring systems

Additional Information

Conditions of Employment: Valid Class 5 driver’s license (or equivalent), medical clearance.

Job Requirements

Field work in all weather conditions and remote areas (up to 5-day duration), lifting of heavy objects, travel via ATV, boat, snowmobiles, helicopters, and small planes, working with a variety of hand and power tools, comfortable working in and around moving water and ice conditions. Must be capable of performing in environments with significant physical challenges, hazards, and dangers.

Why joining us is a great idea

Yukon government has been recognized as a Top 100 Canadian Employer since 2014.

We support balancing personal and professional needs through comprehensive benefits, the ability to build your professional skills through learning and developmental opportunities, and flexible work and leave options.

There’s no best way to tell you why Yukon is an amazing place to live and work but you can see some of what our Territory has to offer here.

Contact details

• For more information about this position, please contact: Jonathan Lucas, Operations Manager at Water Science and Stewardship Branch at [email protected]
• If you have questions about applying on this position please contact HR Consultant II, Laura Figueroa at [email protected]

• Please do not email resumes to either of these addresses; resumes may only be accepted through the job portal.