Senior Hydrogeologist / Water Resources Manager

Rincon Consultants, Inc. is seeking a Senior Hydrogeologist / Water Resources Manager to join our growing Environmental and Earth Systems team! A successful candidate will possess exceptional knowledge and technical skills related to surface and groundwater resources; water quality and pollutant source investigations and monitoring; environmental permitting for water and wastewater infrastructure; sustainable groundwater management; and water resources supply options, including potable reuse and brackish groundwater.


We are seeking someone with exceptional technical and analytical skills to lead water resource planning projects, specifically groundwater sustainability planning. While this role may offer flexible work arrangements that can include a mix of in-office and remote work, our changing business needs will ultimately determine our level of remote-work flexibility. Additionally, to promote in-person collaboration and client teaming, we prioritize hiring those who reside within 50 miles of a Rincon office which currently includes: Carlsbad, Fresno, Los Angeles, Monterey, Oakland, Palm Springs, Riverside, Sacramento, San Luis Obispo, San Diego, San Jose, Santa Barbara, and Ventura. Please note, this position location is listed for the San Diego County but is also available at all the locations stated in this job description.

Overview of Key Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Consulting for public and private clients, providing strong client representation and advocacy to regulatory agencies
• Reports to Principals and Directors, and engages with clients as a Senior Project Manager to ensure effective communication and service
• Design and oversee the completion of technical documents that are accurate, clear, and succinct and of the highest quality (study/investigatory designs, data analysis, data summaries, calculations, summary tables, figures, and charts)
• Lead a team to conduct field investigations, monitoring, and field testing and analyses using equipment and instrumentation
• Motivate a team of Project Scientists/Engineers/Hydrogeologists to execute field work, assign tasks, and provide guidance to staff specialists and technicians
• Provide technical and interdisciplinary team oversight including management of subcontractors, quality control of work products, budget management, and schedule control
• Develop and maintain existing and new business relationships.
• Build relationships leading to follow-on and repeat work; attract work based on personal reputation as an expert
• Train and mentor in-house staff
• Identify and pursue leads, prepare proposals, and successfully procure project contracts.

This Job Might Be For You If You Have The Following: 

• B.S., M.S., or PhD in Water Resources Management, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Geology, or another related field (M.S. and PhD preferred)
• At least 7-10 years of direct, relevant work experience (academic, internship, and fellowship positions considered)
• California PE/PG or EIT/GIT license (preferred but not required)
• Exceptional knowledge of hydrogeologic, hydrologic, water quality, and ecological processes in watersheds and water bodies, including pollutant sources and their impacts on water quality and human health effects and risk assessment
• Fluent with technical approaches for evaluating and planning watershed and/or groundwater resource management, including sustainability planning under 2014 Groundwater Sustainability Management Act (SGMA)
• Ability to direct water, wastewater, and recycled water feasibility assessment for new supply projects
• Experience developing numerical models for demand and supply forecasting, including knowledge of State Water Project and Colorado River system reliability
• Experience evaluating surface water-groundwater interactions, including the deployment of stream gaging protocols and equipment
• Demonstrated ability to formulate and solve highly technical problems related to water resources management  
• Demonstrated organizational skills, with focus on detail and time management
• Exceptional technical writing, interpersonal, and communication skills
• Use of statistical programs and techniques to support data analyses
• Proficient with Microsoft Office: Excel, Access, Word, Outlook, Teams

Preferred 

• Advanced degree in hydrogeology, geology, or natural resources science, with emphasis on water resources or closely related discipline
• ​​​​​​​ Proficiency in ArcGIS and using remote data
• Demonstrated experience tracking, pursuing, and winning new opportunities with new or existing clients

Rincon Consultants is an award-winning leader in providing quality environmental consulting services throughout California and is recognized as a ‘Best Environmental Services Firm to Work For’ by the Zweig Group. We partner with clients in sectors such as transportation, energy and infrastructure, sustainability, climate change, oil and gas, water, commercial, private development, and government. Our 500+ associates in 13 offices located in Northern, Central and Southern California are dedicated professionals.

The base salary range for this full-time position is $100,000–$120,000, plus a generous benefits program. At Rincon, our salary ranges are based on market median of similar jobs, according to third party salary benchmark surveys. The base pay that is actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

We are proud to offer a comprehensive Total Rewards Package, providing our valued employees with many benefits to enhance their well-being and financial security. Our health benefits include a range of options such as HMO, PPO, HDHP, and Health Savings Account choices, ensuring you have the flexibility to select the plan that best suits your needs.

Additionally, you can enjoy peace of mind with employer-paid life and long-term disability insurance, as well as dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage. We prioritize your well-being by offering three weeks of vacation accrual in the first year, paid sick leave, and paid holidays, ensuring you have ample time off to rejuvenate. Planning for your future is made easier through our 401(k) / Profit Sharing Retirement Plan and bonus opportunities.

Beyond the essentials, Rincon recognizes the importance of personal and professional growth, that's why we provide opportunities for professional development and mentoring. Our commitment extends to the community through Volunteer Pay for a Day, reinforcing the values of social responsibility. Moreover, we go the extra mile with additional perks like Flexible Spending & Dependent Care, Supplemental life insurance, Legal Shield, Identity Protection, Pet Insurance, and much more. Check out more details on our Rincon Consultants webpage here !

Individuals offered employment must successfully complete a pre-employment drug screening as a condition of employment. Additionally, those hired who may be assigned to federal projects will be subject to further drug testing, including screening for cannabinoids (THC/marijuana), in compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988 and other applicable federal regulations, which take precedence over California state and local laws.

Rincon Consultants, Inc does not accept unsolicited applicant/candidate resumes from search firm recruiters and/or temporary agencies that do not have a signed contract and specified work order with Rincon Consultants. Further, such resumes received will be deemed the sole property of Rincon Consultants and no fees will be paid in the event Rincon Consultants subsequently hires such individual. Rincon Consultants is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.