Balance Hydrologics

Careers

We are always looking for talented individuals to add to the Balance team. Even if you do not see a job in your field of interest, feel free to submit a résumé to Balance Hydrologics via email at lmack@balancehydro.com or via fax at (510) 704-1001, or even by mail at 800 Bancroft Way, Suite 101, Berkeley, CA, 94710-2227. We invite phone inquiries, but encourage that applicants first transmit an initial letter of interest and a résumé.

To apply, please send résumé and cover letter outlining qualifications to the attention of Leslie Mack at lmack@balancehydro.com or fax us at (510) 704-1001. For more information about Balance Hydrologics, Inc., visit balancehydro.com.

Balance Hydrologics is an Equal Opportunity Employer.


Hydrologic Technician (full-time/seasonal)	11-15-2011
Essential Duties and Responsibilities Balance Hydrologics, Inc. is seeking a Hydrologics Technician for our Berkeley Office. Expected workload is approximately 60% field work; 40% office/lab work. Technician will be required to troubleshoot and resolve problems with monitoring equipment in the field, and calibrate, test and maintain hydrologic instrumentation and inventories. regular field maintenance of hydrologic monitoring equipment and conducting/arrange maintenance of field vehicle(s); lab calibration and upkeep of field instrumentation, and related records; measuring streamflow and other hydrologic monitoring, including during storm events; retrieval of or placement in environmental information from online databases; assistance in installation of streamflow, rainfall, and other hydrologic monitoring equipment, organization, and management of field notes and data; deliveries, sample management, and upkeep of lab space; and processing field data for report preparation.
Physical Requirements and Environmental Conditions The work is performed outdoors in rugged terrain or industrial landscapes; may include very steep, wet, muddy, rough, uneven or rocky surfaces. Position requires physical exertion, such as, bending, crouching, stooping, stretching, reaching, or similar activities, including lifting field samplers or samples weighing up to 45 pounds. Individuals should be capable of working alone, or with other people, during early morning hours, evenings, or during the day.
Qualifications and Experience Associates degree in earth science, engineering or equivalent work/volunteer experience. Experience in hydrologic monitoring and/or field instrumentation. Candidate must be conversant with scientific methods and libraries, and able to conduct a data search and graphically analyze data. Demonstrable history of safe practices and background with the operation of basic power and manual tools such as those used in light construction projects. Must be well organized, be an excellent and consistently-polite communicator, and have good driving and work-attendance histories. Must be willing to work in the field in inclement weather conditions, and be available on some weekends and holidays for on-call storm monitoring activities or in response to calls for help from others in field. Technician will be asked to work independently in the field to conduct regular maintenance and monitoring visits.
Contact Info To apply, please send cover letter and resume to the attention of Leslie Mack via email – personnel@balancehydro.com or by fax – 510.704.1001. Balance Hydrologics, Inc.® is an equal-opportunity employer.

Geomorphologist / Quantitative Physical Geographer	03-24-2011
Essential Duties and Responsibilities Balance Hydrologics, Inc.® is Seeking a Full-time Geomorphologist / Quantitative Physical Geographer with a Strong Restoration Design Background The applicant will have a demonstrated practice in planning, designing and monitoring channel and wetland restoration/creation efforts. Assignments will include working with clients to identify restoration opportunities, or responding to identified opportunities within the full spectrum of problems and circumstances that characterize our nations’ rivers and streams. You will work closely with our clients and Balance’s team to develop site-specific restoration or enhancement concepts, and then diligently to take concepts to full-scale construction documents working within our design development environment. Rigorous training in fluvial geomorphology, sedimentology, and sediment transport is sought. Facility with environmental impact, water-quality, water-rights, common agency mandated environmental design standards and wetlands regulations will be expected and will develop as part of this position. Experience with quantitative aerial-photograph interpretation/remote sensing is a plus, as is quantitative means to estimate surface/ground water exchange. All positions involve substantial habitat-protection work; hence, an affinity for complex and multidisciplinary efforts is essential. Compensation is commensurate with background and responsibilities. We offer an excellent suite of benefits.
Qualifications and Experience We expect that the successful candidate will have excellent written and oral communication, and meeting facilitation skills, with a penchant for educating knowledgeable non-geomorphologists about our unique orientation and skill set. This person will have a record of community service, preferably using their scientific skills, and will have evidence of successful and sustained accomplishment as part of a group. Demonstrated affinity for storm-related field work required, as is the ability to develop and present proactive approaches at meetings and hearings. Most projects involve substantial work with biological and land-planning specialists who work with other firms or entities, much of it in the field. This position requires a minimum of 5 years of demonstrated professional experience and practice, plus evidence of research and publication potential. It can also be filled at a much more senior level.
Contact Info To apply, please send cover letter and resume to the attention of Mr. Barry Hecht via email – personnel@balancehydro.com or by fax – 510.704.1001. Balance Hydrologics, Inc.® is an equal-opportunity employer.