Geologist 4 - Landslide Hazards Program Manager PCN 10-2248
Geologist 4 - Landslide Hazards Program Manager PCN 10-2248
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Job Description
The Department of Natural Resources Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveysis recruiting for a Geologist 4 in Anchorage.
This position is being recruited in Anchorage Fairbanks and Juneau; the final location will be based on the selected candidates location.
What You Will Be Doing:
The Alaska Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys (DGGS) is seeking a dynamic scientific and operational leader for the divisions landslide hazards research and mapping program. The successful applicant will have significant latitude in developing and implementing the Alaska Landslide Hazards Program to evaluate landslides and related aspects of unstable slopes in Alaska. This program addresses a growing need intensified by climate change and this position offers a leading role in statelevel research on this critical issue.
Specific duties include:
- Develop program and project concepts goals objectives budgets timelines and milestones and manage staff time and resources to carry out programmatic goals. This includes writing proposals to solicit new funding from state federal and private industry sources and proactive coordination collaboration and partnerships with state federal and other entities.
- Use stateofpractice technology and procedures to identify map and evaluate landslides and related features.
- Write prepare and oversee the publication of landslide program technical reports maps and peerreviewed research products including figures maps text and other necessary materials to create map sheets and reports for publication.
- Form emergency response team(s) and lead DNRDGGS geoscientific efforts in the event of a major damaging or deadly landslide.
- Respond to requests from other state agencies for information advice or technical assistance on State actions that may be affected by landslides and related hazards in Alaska. These actions include but are not limited to land disposals project proposals permit applications landmanagement plans and advice to the Governors Office the DNR Commissioners Office and the State Geologist on landslide hazard issues in the state.
Mission and Values/Culture:
This Geologist 4 position is housed in the Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys within the Alaska Department of Natural Resources. The DGGS mission is to determine the potential of Alaska land for the production of metals minerals fuels and geothermal resources the locations and supplies of groundwater and construction materials and the potential geologic hazards to buildings roads bridges and other installations and structures (AS 41.08.020. The Landslides Hazard Program resides within the Geologic Hazards section at DGGS alongside Coastal Climate and Cryosphere Geological Health and Earthquake & Tsunami Hazard Programs. The Landslides Hazards Program is dedicated to earth science in the public service and is motivated by the need to incorporate geologic data collection and analysis into decisionmaking supporting informed landuse decisions by the government and private sectors. These actions save lives protect infrastructure and support development.
Mission and Values/Culture:
This Geologist 4 position is housed in the Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys within the Alaska Department of Natural Resources. The DGGS mission is to determine the potential of Alaska land for the production of metals minerals fuels and geothermal resources the locations and supplies of groundwater and construction materials and the potential geologic hazards to buildings roads bridges and other installations and structures (AS 41.08.020. The Landslides Hazard Program resides within the Geologic Hazards section at DGGS alongside Coastal Climate and Cryosphere Geological Health and Earthquake & Tsunami Hazard Programs. The Landslides Hazards Program is dedicated to earth science in the public service and is motivated by the need to incorporate geologic data collection and analysis into decisionmaking supporting informed landuse decisions by the government and private sectors. These actions save lives protect infrastructure and support development.
Benefits of Joining Our Team:
DGGS offers ample opportunity for a flexible work schedule and partnership with dedicated colleagues who are passionate about their work and the mission of the Division. Staff are encouraged to learn and grow through work activities from each others experiences and via structured training in technical/science topics (e.g. ArcPro geospatial processing techniques). Geologic hazards work at DGGS is also supported by the Geologic Information Center and the Alaska Geospatial Office.
The Working Environment You Can Expect:
This Landslides Hazard Program Manager Geologist 4 position may be located at the DGGS offices in Fairbanks Anchorage or possibly State offices and telework from Juneau. The daily work environment consists of researchfocused desk work and occasional field work to assess landslides and landslide hazards across Alaska. DGGS staff effectively use telecommunications resources to work across geographic boundaries with DGGS colleagues and a diverse range of collaborators and stakeholders across the state. The Geologic Hazards section is a dynamic and positive learning environment that not only supports teamwork and collaboration but also supports autonomous work. The position is potentially eligible for a hybrid telework schedule up to halftime instate only.
We are looking for a candidate who possesses the following positionspecific competencies.- Scientific Research: Knowledge of the concepts principles and theories of scientific principles related to environmental ecological biological or physical science and the methods and processes used to conduct a systematic and objective inquiry including study design collection analysis and interpretation of data; and the reporting of results.
- Geology: Knowledge of the concepts principles and theories of the origins and structure of the earth including the physical forces that have shaped it and its physical and organic history.
- Technical Credibility: Understands and appropriately applies principles procedures requirements regulations and policies related to specialized expertise.
- Project Management: Knowledge of the principles methods or tools for developing scheduling coordinating and managing projects and resources including monitoring and inspecting costs work and contractor performance.
- Oral and Written Communication: Expresses information (for example ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example technical sensitive controversial); makes clear and convincing oral and written presentations; listens to others attends to nonverbal cues and responds appropriately.
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Minimum Qualifications
A bachelors degree from an accredited college in geology geophysics geochemistry geological engineering engineering geology or any of their subdivisions including mining engineering.
AND
Three years of journey professional experience in geology geophysics geochemistry geological engineering engineering geology or any of their subdivisions including mining engineering. This experience is met by service as a Geologist 2 with the State of Alaska or the equivalent with another employer.
OR
One year of advanced professional experience in geology geophysics geochemistry geological engineering engineering geology or any of their subdivisions including mining engineering. This experience is met by service as a Geologist 3 with the State of Alaska or the equivalent with another employer.
OR
A masters degree from an accredited college in geology geophysics geochemistry geological engineering engineering geology or any of their subdivisions including mining engineering.
AND
One year of journey professional experience in geology geophysics geochemistry geological engineering engineering geology or any of their subdivisions including mining engineering. This experience is met by service as a Geologist II with the State of Alaska or the equivalent with another employer.
OR
A doctorate degree from an accredited college in geology geophysics geochemistry geological engineering engineering geology or any of their subdivisions including mining engineering.
Equivalent combinations of professional experience and graduatelevel education in the geoscience fields described above are acceptable and will be considered as follows: 24 graduate semester hours one full year of graduate education one full year of professional experience.Starting Salaries
Anchorage $3144.75 biweekly
Fairbanks $3239.25 biweekly
Juneau $3302.25 biweekly
Additional Required Information
** Please read the below information carefully. **
At the time of applicationthe applicant must attach as individual documents the following items (If unable to attach documents please fax or email the contact listed below):
- Cover letter see instructions below.
At the time of the interviewplease ensure that you provide the following materials:
- Drivers license.
- Three professional references.
- Transcripts.
- Copies of peerreviewed published papers and geologic maps.
- Firearms certification form Link to form.
SPECIAL NOTICES
- This position will require travel within the state (typically 24 trips of 10 days or less per year usually in spring summer and fall). Travel may include shortnotice emergency response to major landslide events within the state.
- Requires occasional lifting and carrying a pack of up to 50 lbs.
- This position requires the use or possession of a firearm or ammunition in support of remote field investigations and associated travel.
Application Notice
How to Apply page. Your application must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. Alaska Standard Time on the closing date.
Cover Letter
A cover letter is required for this position at the time of application and will serve as a writing sample. Your cover letter should be no longer than one page.
In addition to the Minimum Job Qualifications for a Geologist 4 the following knowledge and skills are REQUIRED for this position: These skills must be documented in your cover letter and applicant profile. If you dont have experience with one or more of the abilities listed please say so in your required cover letter.
- Leadlevel geotechnical experience evaluating unstable slopes and landslide hazards
- Program/project management experience from project inception to completion including successfully establishing and implementing program/project goals objectives scope work plans budgets timelines milestones and deliverables
- Demonstrated history of collaboration and leadership
- Demonstrated ability to write peerreviewed reports on research results
- Proven track record of successfully securing grant funding
- Experience directing the work of others
Please attach the cover letter to your application before submitting it online. If you cant attach it fax or email it to the contact number provided in the job posting.
Supplemental Questions
For your application to be evaluated you must answer the Supplemental Questions. The State of Alaska (SOA) uses four proficiency levels to measure and describe an applicants level of competence in applying certain behaviors knowledge skills and abilities to accomplish a specific task. The four proficiency levels are Mastery Fluency Literacy and Discovery. You must rate your proficiency level for each competency listed in the supplemental questions.
Education
If postsecondary education is required to meet the minimum qualifications you must fill out the Education section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree please indicate the units completed. Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials if used to meet the minimum qualifications for a position.
Special Instructions for Foreign Education
Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the minimum qualifications listed above. If utilizing this education you must show that the education credentials have been submitted to a private organization that specializes in the interpretation of foreign educational credentials and that such education has been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs; or an accredited U.S. postsecondary institution reports the other institution as one whose transcript is given full value or full value is given in subject areas applicable to the curricula at the postsecondary institution. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.
Work Experience
If using work experience not already documented in your application also provide the employers name job title employment dates and whether full or parttime. Applications will be reviewed to determine whether the responses are supported and minimum qualifications are clearly met. If they are not the applicant may not advance to the recruitment interview and selection phase.
Note:Attaching a resume is not an alternative to filling out the application entirely. Noting see resume or any similar response on any portion of your application may lead to a determination that your application is incomplete and removal from consideration for this job posting.
Bargaining Unit
If you are acurrent state employee please mark the union you are a member of at the time of application. Do not complete this question if you are not a current state employee.
Multiple Locations
This position is being recruited in Anchorage and Fairbanks; the final location is dependent upon the location of the most qualified candidate. There is only ONE position to be filled.
Drivers License Requirement
Applicants must possess a valid drivers license. Proof of licensure will be required prior to reporting to duty.
Firearms
This position requires the use or possession of a firearm or ammunition. In accordance with the federal Omnibus Consolidated Appropriations Act of 1997 (PL 104208 if you have been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence you may not hold this position.
A misdemeanor crime of domestic violence is an offense that is 1 a misdemeanor under Federal or state law and 2 has as an element the use or attempted use of physical force or the threatened use of a deadly weapon committed by a current or former spouse parent or guardian of the victim by a person with whom the victim shares a child in common by a person who is cohabiting with or has cohabited with the victim as a spouse parent or guardian or by a person similarly situated to a spouse parent or guardian of the victim.
EEO STATEMENT
The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities who require accommodation auxiliary aides or services or alternative communication formats should callorin Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 oror correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at P.O. Box 110201 Juneau AK. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.Please be sure to check your junk folder for any messages that may be sent to you about this recruitment.
Contact Information
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Cheryl CameronGeologic Hazards Section Chief
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Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
