JOB SUMMARY: What General Information Do I Need To Know About This Position? This is a time limited assignment not-to-exceed 1-year that may be extended up to a total of 5 years within regulatory time limits or made permanent without further competition or terminated at management discretion. At the end of the assignment you will be returned to a position equivalent in tenure and grade as your former position. MAJOR DUTIES: As a Supervisory Hydrologic Technician within the Utah Water Science Center, some of your specific duties will include: Serves as Supervisory Hydrologic Technician for the Moab, UT Field Office. Supervises all data collection activities for the Moab Field Office to ensure compliance with all technical policies, deadlines, and budget imitations as part of cooperation with local, state, and other federal agencies. Exercises a broad range of supervisory responsibilities over employees of the Moab Field Office including major responsibilities in the selection, employment, evaluation, and allocation of personnel to projects and program elements. Develops staffing plans, recommends selection of employees, provides guidance on work related issues, approves training, evaluates performance as rating reviewing official, resolves internal problems, recommends awards, and affects or recommends disciplinary action. Manages resources in a responsible manner to promote efficiency, sound business practices, and adherence to administrative deadlines. Serves as a principle advisor and assistant to the Utah Water Science Center Surveillance Section and Center leadership. Serves as a technical expert in data collection methods and provides training, instruction, and advice to technical personnel on USGS standard methods and procedures. Maintains close liaison with cooperators and stakeholders responsible for the development and control of natural resources and advises them on problems relating to management and development based on their knowledge of conditions and the results of investigation. Operates a government owned or leased vehicle as an incidental driver. IMPORTANT: Click the 'Apply for this job' button to view a complete job description.
