HYDROGRAPHIC SURVEY FIELD TECHNICIAN â Temporary/One year position The Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) seeks an entry-level part-time resource specialist to assist with the Hydrographic Survey program at the agencyâs headquarters in Austin, Texas. Hydrographic Survey is charged with providing reservoir owners and water planners with updated elevation/area/capacity tables. The program also measures sediment volume within lakes to determine post-impoundment sediment deposition.
Salary range: $3,000 *Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications. Description of Position for Natural Resource Specialist I-II (08-08): Perform entry-level research work and assist with the collection, processing, and dissemination of data for the Hydrographic Survey program. Job requires extensive travel at times (up to 75%) and the ability to transport and operate boats (up to 25ft.) on Texas water bodies to collect electronic bathymetric data. Data collection involves use of personal computers and hydroacoustic software/equipment, including GPS navigation systems. We are seeking a candidate with graduation from an accredited two-year college or university with major coursework in university with major course work in one of the natural sciences or a related field. One year of field data collection and/or environmental quality work preferred. Education and relevant experience may be substituted for one another on a year-for-year basis. Please visit our website for a full description of this position and to learn more about the Surface Water Resources Division of the TWDB: http://www.twdb.state.tx.us How to Apply: Please complete a State of Texas Uniform Application for Employment, which can be downloaded from the website www.WorkInTexas.com. You also may attach a cover letter and resume. However, you must include the State of Texas application to be considered for this position. The position is open until filled. Submit completed applications in person, by mail, or by FAX to the: Texas Water Development Board Human Resources Division P.O. Box 13231 1700 North Congress Austin, Texas 78711-3231 Main Line: 512-475-2142 FAX Line: 512-463-7644 Carla G. Guthrie, Ph.D. Ecologist, Bays and Estuaries Section Surface Water Resources Texas Water Development Board 1700 North Congress Ave. P.O. Box 13231 Austin, TX 78711-3231 Tel: (512) 463-4179 Fax: (512) 936-0816 [EMAIL PROTECTED] www.twdb.state.tx.us
