Position Summary

To manage and support long term hydrology monitoring and habitat restoration efforts for the Pueblo of Sandia. 

Our philosophy is built on the principles of integrity, fairness, collaboration, communication, and recognition for performance excellence. Meeting all performance standards leads to attracting and retaining a qualified workforce, provides opportunities for qualified team members, and contributes towards the ongoing success at Pueblo of Sandia today and in the future.    

 Essential Duties And Responsibilities

1. Leads, designs, and conducts comprehensive hydrologic investigations including quantitative analyses of surface and groundwater availability and water usage.
2. Provides expertise in surface water hydrology, river hydraulics, sediment transport, fluvial geomorphology, river restoration, and hydrologic and hydraulic modeling in support of managing and protecting Pueblo resources.
3. Collects and analyzes surface and groundwater data.  Uses commercially available software and/or hires consultants to evaluate surface and groundwater resources.  Characterizes the extent and predicts the quantity of surface and groundwater resources.
4. Acts as a liaison in hydrological matters between the Pueblo and other agencies such as the Bureau of Indian Affairs, Bureau of Reclamation, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Bureau of Land Management, U.S.  Forest Service, state agencies, and experts in academia, non-governmental organizations, and the private sector.
5. Makes recommendations to the Environment Department Director, General Counsel, and Pueblo Leadership related to unique and important river, floodplain, water supply, and water rights issues of local, regional, or national significance.
6. Interprets state and federal water policy, reviews proposed laws and regulations that may affect Pueblo water resources and water rights and prepares comments/reports that shape the Pueblo’s response to and position on such proposals.
7. Makes presentations to Tribal Council and Leadership.
8. Writes and manages federal, state, and private grants for hydrological projects.
9. May provide expert testimony in water rights related proceedings.

 Additional Responsibilities

1. Performs other duties as necessary and as assigned.
2. Functions as an advisor to the Pueblo staff and Leadership and sets goals that are results oriented, organized, and account for business challenges. 
3. Guides the project teams to achieve a well-defined structure and efficient operation. 
4. Creates an environment of teamwork, through communicating common goals, shows appreciation for team members contributions and on-going support, and leads by example. 
5. Collaborates and communicates effectively in a professional and articulate manner. 
6. Demonstrates strong knowledge of all reporting departments/operational areas.

 Key Performance Indicators

This position has Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s) identified as a measurement of success.  KPI’s will be shared with all team members who work in this job title and feedback will be provided regarding the successful completion of the KPI’s as part of the performance review process.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

1. Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment used in the design and production of various goods and services.
2. Skills to effectively engage with the Pueblo staff and the tribal community.
3. Excellent oral and written communication skills.
4. Ability to work alone in the field in adverse weather conditions.
5. Ability to safely operate a four-wheel drive truck.
6. Affinity for science-based analytical work.
7. Expert knowledge of environmental science techniques used in hydrologic investigations including quantitative analyses of surface and groundwater availability and water usage.
8. Ability to analyze and solve problems.
9. Proficiency in using Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook.
10. Effective communication and active listening skills.
11. Respect for the cultural beliefs, values and traditions of the Pueblo of Sandia.

   Education And Experience

Required

1. Bachelors of Science in Hydrology, Hydrogeology, Geology, Geophysics, or Fluvial Geomorphology, and four (4) years of experience performing hydrological and/or hydrogeological analyses, studies, and investigations.

Preferred

1. Master’s Degree in Hydrology, Hydrogeology, Geology, Geophysics, or Fluvial Geomorphology, plus two (2) years of experience as described above.

License/Certifications/Registrations

1. Must be able to successfully pass a Background Investigation.
2. First Aid and CPR Certification.
3. Will require a pre-employment and random drug screening.

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

The following selected physical activities are required to perform the essential functions of this position

Physical Requirement

Description

Balancing

Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling and walking, standing, or crouching on narrow, slippery, or erratically moving surfaces. This factor is important if the amount of balancing exceeds that needed for ordinary locomotion and maintenance of body equilibrium.

Crawling

Moving about on hands and knees or hands and feet.

Crouching

Bending the body downward and forward by bending leg and spine.

Feeling

Perceiving attributes of objects, such as size, shape, temperature, or texture by touching with skin, particularly that of fingertips.

Finger Dexterity

Picking, pinching, typing or otherwise working, primarily with fingers rather than with the whole hand as in handling.

Grasping

Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm.

Hearing

Perceiving the nature of sounds at normal speaking levels with or without correction. Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication, and to make the discriminations in sound.

Kneeling

Bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee or knees.

Lifting

Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position-to-position. This factor is important if it occurs to a considerable degree and requires substantial use of upper extremities and back muscles.

Must be able to lift at least 30 lbs.

Pulling

Using upper extremities to exert force to draw, haul, or tug objects in a sustained motion.

Pushing

Using upper extremities to press against something with steady force to thrust forward, downward, or outward.

Reaching

Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction.

Seeing

The ability to perceive the nature of objects by the eye.

Walking

Job requirements include, in the performance of duties, walking throughout the work area, on various work surfaces throughout internal or external locations.

Sitting

Particularly for sustained periods of time.

Standing

Particularly for sustained periods of time.

Stooping

Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist. This factor is important if it occurs to a considerable degree and requires full motion of the lower extremities and back muscles.

Talking

Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important spoken instructions to other workers accurately, loudly, or quickly.

Working Conditions Required

1. Work is performed indoors and outdoors. Outside work is subject to temperature extremes and inclement weather conditions.
2. Attend trainings for and maintain:  1^st Aid and CPR, and Blood Borne Pathogens certifications.
3. Work hours subject to change with occasional overtime work required.
4. Subject to hazards which may cause personal bodily harm; diseases, cuts; bruises, burns, common cold, influenza, dust, odors, bodily fluids, and elevated noise levels.
5. Tasks may be performed on uneven, inclined, hard and soft carpeted floors, cement structures and surfaces.
6. Duties may involve walking, standing for long periods of time, sitting and crouching.

The Content Of This Job Description Does Not Restrict Management’s Right To Assign Or Reassign Duties And Responsibilities To This Job At Any Time.

The Job Description Reflects The Assignment Of The Essential Functions Of The Current Position But Does Not Prescribe Or Restrict Tasks That May Be Assigned. The Essential Functions Are Specified But Are Subject To Change At Any Time For Various Reasons, Including Management Discretion.

The Pueblo Of Sandia Reserves The Right To Make Changes To The Job Description Whenever Necessary.

Selected Candidates Must Submit To And Pass A Pre Employment Drug And Alcohol Screening As Part Of The Pre Employment Process.  Drug And Alcohol Screening Will Continue Through Post Hire Testing To Be Conducted By A Third Party Random Number Generator.  Selected Candidates Must Submit To And Pass A Criminal Background Screening As Part Of The Pre Employment Process.

The Pueblo Of Sandia Is An Equal Opportunity Employer (Eoe). Qualified Applicants Are Considered For Employment Without Regard To Race, Color, Religion, Sex, National Origin, Age, Marital Status, Disability, Sexual Orientation, Or Any Other Characteristic Protected By State Or Federal Law.