Water Resources Scientist
Core
Lead stormwater management, coastal adaptation, and nature-based solution projects to protect and restore NYC parkland and natural areas.
Role type
Senior IC water resources scientist (stormwater & coastal resiliency)
Builds
Stormwater management practices, shoreline stabilization, stream and wetland restoration projects
Domain
Municipal environmental management, urban hydrology, coastal resiliency
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, watershed planning, project management, technical design review, data visualization, stakeholder coordination, grant application support, staff supervision
Preferred skills
experience with nature-based solutions, interdisciplinary collaboration in governmental contexts
Technologies
HEC-RAS, HydroCAD, Delft3D, ArcHydro, ArcGIS, Microsoft Excel, R
Responsibilities
Provide guidance for stormwater management and coastal adaptation projects; coordinate integrated watershed planning; conduct technical design reviews and support construction oversight; identify project opportunities for restoration; develop funding applications and cost estimates; supervise staff in data collection and modeling; prepare maps, figures, and final reports for public and regulatory submission.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with supervisory responsibilities