The Southeastern Wisconsin Regional Planning Commission, the nationally regarded regional planning agency for the seven county greater Milwaukee area, and the designated Metropolitan Planning Organization for the five urban areas within Southeastern Wisconsin, is seeking applicants for a full-time Water Resources Planner/Scientist. The Commission is looking for a highly motivated individual to join our diverse team of planners, engineers and scientists focused on addressing issues that transcend the political boundaries and fiscal capabilities of individual communities. The successful individual will be part of an interdisciplinary team conducting water resource management planning projects.

Are you driven by solving regional-level issues? Are you passionate about collaborating with colleagues and partners to provide best-in-class research that educates the public? The Commission provides these and other opportunities by informing the Region on issues of regional consequence. Our team of ~65 staff with a wide range of expertise is focused on continuously improving the quality of life for the Region.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supporting work on the Chloride Impact Study and Regional Water Quality Management Plan
• Analyzing water quality data and completing statistical evaluations
• Writing technical reports and memorandums
• Completing research on a variety of water resources and environmental topics
• Collaborating with Commission staff
• Supporting occasional environmental field work

CORE REQUIREMENTS

• A bachelor’s degree in biology, aquatic science, natural or water resources or a closely related field with either three (3) years of related work experience or a relevant master’s degree
• A master’s or doctoral degree in the aforementioned areas of study with course work in stream ecology, hydrology, statistics, chemistry, groundwater, or fisheries preferred
• Ability to work with a diverse team; ability to mentor entry level staff preferred
• Proficiency with Microsoft software, R statistical software, and ESRI mapping and analytics (ArcGIS Pro)