Environmental Scientist

FT / PT Status – Full-Time
Salary – $27.91 - $37.95 Hourly Wage
Remote Work / In-Office – In-Office / On-Site

Recruiter – Tim Conyers | tconyers@utah.gov | 0
Application Deadline – 6/3/2026

Key Responsibilities

Job Title: Environmental Scientist I

Location: Salt Lake City

The Utah Division of Water Rights is offering a unique and exciting opportunity to help address Utah's water challenges by assisting in modernizing the management of water diversion and water use data. The Data Services Section seeks an environmental scientist to manage the quality of Utah’s diversion and water use data, which will inform water management and planning in the State for decades to come. The scientist will create and implement quality assurance (QA) and quality control (QC) procedures over time. This position will work under the supervision of the Water Use Program Manager.

Why Should You Join Our Team?

As one of the oldest agencies in the State of Utah, the Division of Water Rights for the Department of Natural Resources has a long history of playing a critical role in the management of the state's water resources. Consequently, water users rely on the expertise of the Division of Water Rights to provide order and certainty in the distribution of Utah's water. As a member of our team you will have the opportunity to help people from all over the state understand water rights, work in a challenging profession that has a meaningful impact on every aspect of life in the arid West, and shape the future of the state's most valuable resource.

Qualifications

Principle Duties:

Create, implement, and monitor quality control procedures and regular reviews on collected time series water diversion and water use data.
Coordinate with staff, distribution systems commissioners, water users, and water districts on water diversion and use data quality matters.
Assist the Water Use Program Manager by coordinating with water use systems to collect their data and update their service area boundaries. This assistance includes mailing late notice letters and scheduling field visits for the Water Use Program Manager.

Ideal Candidate:

Has a background in hydroinformatics or experience in data management and software, and an understanding of statistics, hydrology, geology, and water management.
Experience working Geographic Information System (GIS).
Highly motivated to help effectively manage and preserve Utah’s water resources.

Preference may be given to applicants with a bachelor’s degree or higher in engineering, natural
science, technical writing, or a related field.

Preference may be given to applicants with professional work experience in Water Rights.

About the Role

Location –
Utah
United States
Background Check Required – You must successfully pass a criminal history check.
Drug Test Required – No
Schedule Code – B - Competitive Career Service

Why You Should Join Our Team
In Utah, we believe hard work is important, but balance is essential. Finding work/life balance is a vital element to our culture. To find out more about WHY Utah, click here. Other benefits may include:

Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.
Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization.
Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals.
Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation, strong work ethics, and mutual support.

The Agency
For more information: https://waterrights.utah.gov/

EEO Statement
The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, please contact (801) 957-9390.

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Environmental Scientist