Dam Safety Performance Analyst

Grand River Dam Authority

. Evaluate, interpret, trend, and report surveillance, instrumentation, operational, geotechnical, structural, hydrologic, hydraulic, and condition-assessment data associated with GRDA water-retaining structures .

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeTulsa • Oklahoma • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in data analysis, technical reporting, and performance evaluation related to dam safety and geotechnical engineering. Proficient in utilizing advanced analytical tools and methodologies to interpret complex data and communicate findings effectively.

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Data AnalysisTechnical ReportingDam Safety InstrumentationMicrosoft ExcelSQL Databases

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Hard Skills

Data InterpretationTrend EvaluationStatistical AnalysisGraphical PresentationPerformance AssessmentMonitoring Equipment OperationData Quality ManagementTechnical WritingGeotechnical EngineeringHydraulic Performance Indicators

Soft Skills

Problem-SolvingAttention to DetailOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsAbility to Manage Multiple Assignments

Tools & Technologies

Power BIGISStatistical SoftwareDatabase Management SystemsMonitoring Technologies

Certifications & Qualifications

Valid Oklahoma Driver's License

Industry Keywords

Dam SafetyGeotechnical EngineeringHydrologyStructural EngineeringEnvironmental Science

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

SQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Evaluate, interpret, trend, and report surveillance, instrumentation, operational, geotechnical, structural, hydrologic, hydraulic, and condition-assessment data associated with GRDA water-retaining structures
Maintain long-term performance records and evaluate trends and threshold exceedances
Prepare technical reports, memoranda, data summaries, statistical analyses, visualizations, dashboards, and presentations
Compile, organize, validate, and evaluate surveillance and instrumentation data for GRDA dams and appurtenant structures
Analyze data from piezometers, observation and relief wells, weirs, drainage systems, water-level recorders, survey and alignment monuments, crack gauges, and other monitoring devices
Identify anomalies, trends, threshold exceedances, missing information, and unusual behavior requiring engineering review
Develop and maintain long-term performance histories, trend-analysis methods, approved thresholds, and action-level records
Notify dam safety personnel of exceedances, support follow-up actions, and track investigations through resolution
Administer dam safety performance databases and maintain organized historical monitoring records and electronic archives
Prepare data packages and provide analytical support for engineering assessments, stability evaluations, seepage investigations, construction monitoring, corrective actions, PFMAs, and risk assessments
Support inspections, instrumentation evaluations, Emergency Action Plans, DSSMPs, STIDs, regulatory reviews, audits, and consultant reviews
Develop improved methods for data analysis, visualization, monitoring efficiency, and performance assessment
Evaluate emerging instrumentation, monitoring, database, dashboard, and reporting technologies
Support automated monitoring and reporting, dam safety performance metrics, and continuous improvement initiatives
Perform other duties, as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Geology, Geological Engineering, Civil Engineering, Engineering Technology, Data Analytics, Hydrology, Geotechnical Engineering, Structural Engineering, Environmental Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related technical field
Advanced analytical, problem-solving, trend-evaluation, and technical-reporting skills
Knowledge of dam safety instrumentation systems and geotechnical, structural, hydrologic, and hydraulic performance indicators
Ability to interpret engineering, surveillance, and instrumentation data and communicate complex technical information clearly to engineers, leadership, consultants, and regulators
Strong database-management, data-quality, technical-writing, and graphical-presentation skills
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including formulas, trend analysis, charting, and data management
Experience with SQL databases, Power BI, GIS, statistical software, or similar analytical tools preferred
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple analytical assignments
Valid Oklahoma driver's license, or the ability to convert an out-of-state license within 30 days if an Oklahoma resident
Ability to traverse uneven terrain, access monitoring locations, and work outdoors during inspections and investigations
Ability to lift and carry monitoring equipment weighing up to 25 pounds occasionally
Ability to travel among GRDA facilities and support emergency monitoring during unusual conditions, flood events, or dam safety incidents

Benefits

Comp & perks

Highly competitive benefits package