Hydrologic Scientist I - Enterprise, AL - 529725

Pay Grade/Pay Range: Minimum: $74,200 - Midpoint: $100,200 (Salaried E12) Department/Organization: 750503 - Crimson Water Initiative Normal Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm Note to Applicants: Position is eligible for remote work subject to University policy. Job Summary: The Hydrologic Scientist I is responsible for research, coordination, integration, and stakeholder reputed company activities that will complement NOAA’s national efforts on low-flow information and service delivery and to serve as a Regional Drought Information Coordinator for the Southeast Drought Early Warning System (DEWS). Additional Department Summary: The Alabama Water Institute (AWI) is one of reputed company’s four research institutes. AWI is leading local, national, and global efforts to advance water research, technology, and innovative solutions. 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Knowledge and experience in at least three of the following: working with hydrologic data, building and applying hydrologic models, and producing useable information and geospatial analysis tools .Experience with tribal partners. Experience in engaging users and stakeholders across a variety of economic sectors and communicating water risk information. Background Investigation Statement: Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made. 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