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About this Job
Division:Planning & Research
Be Part of Louisianas Coastal Future
The Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority (CPRA) is looking for a dedicatedGeologistin the Planning and Research Division to support our mission of protecting and restoring Louisianas coast. The incumbent will provide advanced geological expertise in support of Louisianas coastal restoration and hurricane protection efforts guiding the planning research and coordination of large-scale multidisciplinary projects. Work will include managing complex technical challenges with ecological economic and social implications to preserve and protect the states coastal resources.
Minimum Qualifications
A bachelors degree in a geoscience field or geological engineering.
Job Specification
The official job specifications for this role as defined by the State Civil Service can be found here.
Job Duties and Other Information
Job Duties:
- Serves as a geological advisor for large-scale technically complex and often controversial coastal restoration and hurricane protection projects.
- Conducts advanced geological evaluations to inform planning research and design and establishes sediment-related design criteria for major restoration efforts such as diversions barrier islands and dredging projects.
- Provides geological and technical guidance on sensitive coastal project issues serving in an advisory role at public hearings and interagency meetings and coordinating with federal state and local partners to review and approve project plans and specifications.
- Assists in preparing scopes of work negotiating contracts and reviewing geological research designs and deliverables from consultants to ensure compliance with technical requirements and contract terms.
- Prepares and reviews technical scientific reports presentations and editorial content on geological topics providing expert consultation and guidance to CPRA leadership staff and the Governors Office of Coastal Activities.
- Facilitates permit acquisition with multiple regulatory agencies and supports special projects and emergency response efforts as assigned including availability for 24/7 storm and disaster-related work.
Position-Specific Details:
Appointment Type: Probational or Promotional
Career Progression: This position may be filled as a Geologist 1 Geologist 2 or Geologist 3 depending on level of experience.
Office Location:150 Terrace Ave Baton Rouge LA 70802
Official transcripts will be required upon hire.
Louisiana is a State as a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment hiring and retention of individuals with disabilities.
How To Apply:
No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.
To apply for this vacancy click on the Apply link above and complete an electronic application which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.
* Information to support your eligibility for the position must be included in the application (i.e. relevant detailed experience/education). Resumeswill notbe accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
Contact Information:
If you have any questions you may contact:
Rachel Dunbar Human Resources SupervisorP.O. Box 44027
Baton Rouge LA 70804
Employment Type
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