PROFESSIONAL GEOLOGIST

PROFESSIONAL GEOLOGIST
Arkansas Geological Survey - Little Rock, AR
Summary:
The Professional Geologist is responsible for conducting and overseeing scientific research and analysis of rocks and minerals and monitoring permit facilities for compliance. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency/institution policy.


Typical Functions

Plans and prepares geological maps, cross-sections, charts, technical reports and publications pertaining to geologic resources, using results from field work and laboratory and literature research. Analyzes and interprets geological, geochemical, and geophysical information from sources such as survey data, well logs, bore holes, aerial photographs, and geologic maps. Reviews pre-applications for permitted facilities for adequacy and compliance with state regulations and monitors sites after application is approved. Identifies geologic risks and provides advice on ways in which geologic damage from environmental or geohazards can be mitigated. Plans and conducts geological, geochemical, geohazards, and geophysical field studies and surveys to provide information for use in regional development, site selection, and the development of public works projects. Locates and identifies potential resources of natural gas, oil, coal, minerals, aggregates, and ground water using aerial photographs, charts, surveys, and geological research tools. Performs other duties as assigned.

Special Job Dimensions

Frequent in-state travel is required.

Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills

Knowledge of geology theories and practices. Knowledge of the methods and techniques for conducting petroleum, mineral, and water surveys, tests, and analyses. Knowledge of mineral identification, geologic mapping, and geologic laboratory procedures and instrumentation. Knowledge and proficiency of Geographic Information System (GIS) and geologic software. Knowledge of state laws and regulations governing geological activities. Ability to conduct geological investigations and analyses and compile data. Ability to write technical reports and geologic publications, and to make presentations. Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with others.

Minimum Education and/or Experience

The formal education equivalent of a bachelor's degree in geology or a related field; plus three years of experience with scientific research or a related field; CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, AND/OR REGISTRATIONS: Registered as a Professional Geologist by the Arkansas State Board of Registration for Professional Geologists. Additional requirements determined by the agency for recruiting purposes require review and approval by the Office of Personnel Management. OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE. 1

Preferred Qualifications

    Working knowledge of landslides, karst, and sinkholes.
    Work Experience in geohazards or environmental geology.
    Work Experience using ArcGIS and hand-held data collectors.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Agency Specific Information

This position is primarily responsible for the study of non-earthquake geohazards, such as landslides and land subsidence in AR. Duties will include responding to calls from the public, conducting site visits, writing reports, and cataloging and maintaining an Arkansas landslide and sinkhole database, accessible to the public. Additional duties are to develop and publish landslide, sinkhole, and other non-earthquake geohazards maps.

    This position is entry level: $39,199 annual salary




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