Operational Integration: Support the integration of new tools and workflows with the NWS Community Hydrologic Prediction System (CHPS), with attention to the robustness and reliability required for public safety forecasts.
Analysis & Verification: Analyze and visualize data to evaluate model performance, ensemble forecasts, and reservoir inflow predictions, including during tropical cyclones and other high-impact events.
Collaboration & Operations-to-Research
Liaison: Serve as the liaison between CIROH, CW3E, Lynker, and SERFC to ensure effective integration of research into operations, and of operations into research.
Regional Insight: Develop in-depth knowledge of Southeast hydrology and partner needs, including reservoir operations, and bring those insights back to FIRO researchers to guide future research and development.
Workflow Improvement: Evaluate existing operational workflows and recommend improvements that enhance efficiency and forecast accuracy.
Communication & Publishing
Presentations: Present forecasts and research findings to stakeholders and at national scientific conferences.
Publications: Lead or contribute to annual scientific reports and peer-reviewed journal articles.
Qualifications
The Operational Hydrologist selected should have the following
Education & Experience
o A Ph.D. in Hydrology, Civil or Environmental Engineering, Atmospheric Science, or a related discipline (recent graduates are encouraged to apply); OR
o A Master’s degree in a related discipline and 2+ years of professional experience in hydrology, hydrologic modeling, or hydrometeorology.
Hydrologic Modeling: Hands-on experience with hydrologic models (e.g., SAC-SMA, the National Water Model, or other conceptual or physically based models) and a solid understanding of hydrologic forecasting concepts.
Technical Skills: Proficiency in Python or R for scientific programming and the analysis of large hydrologic and meteorological datasets.
Communication & Collaboration: Strong written and oral communication skills, and the ability to work effectively with forecasters, researchers, and partners across multiple organizations.
The Ideal Hydrologist selected will have the following
FIRO & Reservoir Operations: Experience with Forecast-Informed Reservoir Operations, reservoir operations, or similar water management decision-support approaches.
Operational Forecasting: Familiarity with NWS operational forecasting systems, such as CHPS and the Hydrologic Ensemble Forecast Service (HEFS).
Ensemble Forecasting: Experience with ensemble forecasts, probabilistic verification, or risk-based decision support.
Southeast Hydrometeorology: Knowledge of hydrometeorological hazards common to the Southeast, such as tropical cyclones, coastal and compound flooding, and extreme rainfall; or experience with atmospheric river research.
Software Engineering: Familiarity with modern software development practices (version control, containerization) to streamline model deployment.
Research Record: Peer-reviewed publications or presentations at scientific conferences.
About Lynker
Lynker is a growing, employee owned business, specializing in professional, scientific and technical services. Our continually expanding team combines scientific expertise with mature, results-driven processes and tools to achieve technically sound, cost effective solutions in hydrology/water sciences, geospatial analysis, information technology, resource management, conservation, and management and business process improvement.
We focus on putting the right people in the right place to be effective. And having the right people is critical for success. Our streamlined organization enables and empowers our talented professionals to tackle our customers' scientific and technical priorities – creatively and effectively.
Lynker offers a team-oriented work environment, and the opportunity to work in a culture of exceptionally skilled professionals who embrace sound science and creative solutions. Lynker's benefits include the following:
Comprehensive healthcare for the employee at no monthly cost
Healthcare benefit covers medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision
Personal Time Off (PTO) Policy plus paid holidays
Highly competitive compensation plan regularly calibrated against industry and location benchmarks
401(k) retirement plan with company-matching
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) – we're all company owners!
Flexible spending accounts
Employee assistance program (EAP)
Short- and long-term disability insurance
Life and accident insurance
Tuition assistance/Training/Workforce improvement reimbursement per year
Spot bonuses for exceptional performance
Annual Employee Recognition Awards with bonuses
Employee Referral Program
Free centralized, self-directed Learning Management System to learn at your own pace
Personalized career growth plans for every employee
Lynker is an E-Verify employer.
Lynker is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other legally protected status under federal, state, or local laws.
