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Job Description
Role
Come join Yavapai County Flood Control as a Hydrologist I or II
Yavapai County is seeking a skilled and motivated Hydrologist I or II, depending on qualifications, to support the County’s water resources assessment, monitoring, and planning efforts. In this role, you will apply your knowledge of hydrology, data analysis, and field investigation to evaluate groundwater and surface conditions, conduct technical studies, interpret complex environmental data, and support science-based decision making for county projects and long-range resource management.
Hiring range for Hydrologist I: $25.74 to $32.82 per hour (depending on qualifications)
Hiring range for Hydrologist II: $28.38 to $36.18 per hour (depending on qualifications)
Review complete class specification for Hydrologist I here
Review complete class specification for Hydrologist II here
Major Duties, Responsibilities
Hydrologist I:- Reviews building permits and zoning requests for compliance with federal, state, and county floodplain regulations.
- Performs flood status checks to determine if properties are impacted by flood hazards.
- Works with other departments and agencies as needed on internal projects and to resolve citizen complaints.
- Answers questions from the public and other departments.
- Presents at community outreach events to increase flood hazard awareness.
- Performs fieldwork and site investigations.
- Authors standard operating procedures (SOPs) for review of building permits, issuance of development permits, Flood hazard status reports, and flood construction permits for residential grid-tied photovoltaic systems. Collaborates with District Engineer to author standardized comments for use in flood control reviews and permits.
- Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Hydrologist II:- Provides technical Geographic Information Systems (GIS) support to the Stormwater Engineer, District Engineer, Director, Hydrologists, Civil Engineering Technician, Flood Warning Manager and Specialist, and administrative staff.
- Reviews building permits and zoning requests for compliance with federal, state, and county floodplain regulations.
- Researches and applies for available grants to obtain funding for the district.
- Assists Flood Warning Program Manager and Flood Warning Specialist to perform maintenance, testing, programming, calibration, troubleshooting and repair of the ALERT 1 and ALERT 2 Flood Warning System gauges, transmitters, repeaters, receivers, and base station.
- Performs flood status checks to determine if properties are impacted by flood hazards.
- Works with other departments and agencies as needed on internal projects and to resolve citizen complaints.
- Answers questions from the public and other departments.
- Presents at community outreach events to increase flood hazard awareness.
- Performs fieldwork and site investigations.
- Employs small, unmanned aircraft systems (sUAS) to perform drainage inspections, monitoring, and assess flood damages. Conducts aerial surveys of flood zones and pre- and post-construction projects for comparative analysis.
- Authors standard operating procedures (SOPs) for review of building permits, issuance of development permits, Flood hazard status reports, and flood construction permits for residential grid-tied photovoltaic systems. Collaborates with District Engineer to author standardized comments for use in flood control reviews and permits.
- Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Hydrologist I Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Science, Geology, Hydrology, or related natural or physical science field.
Experience:
A minimum of one (1) year of relevant experience in hydrology, civil engineering, geology, or related field.
An equivalent combination of directly related work experience and education may substitute for the degree requirement on a year-per-year basis.
Additional Requirements:
Must possess a valid Arizona driver’s license.
Hydrologist II Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Science, Geology, Hydrology, or related natural or physical science field.
Experience:
A minimum of three (3) years of relevant experience in hydrology, civil engineering, geology, or related field. An equivalent combination of directly related work experience and education may substitute for the degree requirement on a year-per-year basis.
Additional Requirements:
Must possess a valid Arizona driver’s license.
Must obtain Certification as a Floodplain Manager (CFM) through the American State Floodplain Management Association within one (1) year of employment.
Must possess certification to fly unmanned aircraft systems.
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Yavapai County Government offers a comprehensive employee benefits package to
Full-Time employees working 30 or more hours per week that includes but is not limited to:
• 10 Paid Holidays Per Year
• Annual Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Health Care Insurance - Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term & Short-Term Disability
• Retirement Plans
• Sick Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
ELECTIVE COVERAGE
• 457 Deferred Compensation Program
• Dependent Health Care Insurance - Medical, Dental, Vision
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Short-Term Disability
• Supplemental Life (for employees & dependents)
PLEASE NOTE
• Part-Time , Temporary and Seasonal employees accrue Sick Leave based on hours worked.
• Part-Time employees have limited benefits available.
• Temporary and Seasonal employees are not eligible to accrue Annual Leave.
Click here to view our benefits summary.
Closing Date/Time: 12/22/2025 5:00 PM Arizona -
ABOUT THE COMPANY
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Yavapai County
Show moreYavapai County reflects the history of the old west and the future of the new. At Yavapai County Government, we care for our community while building upon our legacy. Guided by our core values of Compassion, Integrity, Collaboration, and Innovation we uphold these values in our everyday endeavors.
Yavapai County is in northcentral Arizona, just north of Phoenix, and is one of the four original Arizona counties formed in 1864. The County, with approximately 246,191 residents, includes eight incorporated towns and cities: Prescott (county seat), Prescott Valley, Chino Valley, Jerome, Clarkdale, Sedona, Cottonwood, Camp Verde, and the newest municipality Dewey-Humboldt. The County features some of the most spectacular natural beauty in the American West with a mild climate, four beautiful and distinct seasons, and breathtaking landscapes complete with granite mountains, lakes, and rolling meadows.
As a Yavapai County Government employee, you will have the chance to work in one of 37 unique departments, each providing vital services to our community. From law enforcement and healthcare to public works and environmental protection, there is a wide range of career paths to explore. And with opportunities for advancement and professional growth, you can build a long and rewarding career with us.
We have a workforce of over 1,800 employees who are committed to enhancing the well-being of its residents and cultivating a thriving and vibrant community, making Yavapai County a wonderful place to live, work, and play.
Whether you're just starting your career or looking for a new challenge and aspire to be part of a vibrant team that values each member, we welcome you to join us in furthering our legacy and making a difference in your community. Why… because people matter!
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