Geologist 2 (PCN 10-1870)

The Department of Natural Resources Division of Mining Land & Wateris recruiting for a Geologist 2 in Fairbanks.

This position is open to Alaska Residents only.

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What You Will Be Doing:

As a journey-level Geologist 2 you will apply your professional geoscience and mining engineering expertise to permit monitor and inspect suction dredging placer mining and hard rock exploration operations across Alaska while administering applicable state mining laws. You will review Applications for Permits to Mine in Alaska (APMA) using your knowledge of state regulations geology and mining practices establish permit stipulations relative to individual mines and carry out duties related to the issuance of permits. You will assist operators in developing complete mine plan of operations applications for submission reclaiming disturbed lands and interpreting geological geochemical and geophysical data. You will independently plan and conduct field inspections map mine sites using GPS and GIS tools ensure regulatory compliance and prepare inspection reports. You will also provide technical information to the public and agencies on mining laws land status reclamation standards and mineral resources.

Mission and Values/Culture:

Our team helps carry out the Department of Natural Resources mission to manage Alaskas lands waters and minerals for the benefit of current and future Alaskans while supporting a strong sustainable economy. We value responsible resource development that balances economic opportunity with environmental stewardship and respect for Alaskas communities. Our culture emphasizes collaboration technical excellence and public service reflected in sound transparent decision-making and efficient permitting processes.

Benefits of Joining Our Team:

This position is housed within the Mining Section which offers an extremely supportive positive and collaborative work environment. The successful applicant will have access to training and travel opportunities as well as advancement opportunities within the Division/Department. The work is both intellectually challenging and professionally rewarding with frequent opportunities to solve complex real-world problems. Employees work extensively with the mining industry the public and other agencies to support the responsible development of Alaskas mineral resources contributing directly to the states long-term economic health.

The Working Environment You Can Expect:

This position is based at the DNR Northern Regional Office (NRO) in Fairbanks a beautiful Interior Alaska city that serves as the economic and transportation hub of the region with an international airport and the University of Alaska Fairbanks nearby. The NRO campus offers a charming wooded setting with convenient access to shopping and restaurants and Fairbanks provides extensive year-round outdoor recreation opportunities- including hiking wildlife viewing river trips winter sports and world-class aurora viewing- amid striking natural scenery and a rich mining history. This role provides a strong balance between office-based work and fieldwork/travel for inspections site visits and studies with remote fieldwork travel expected across the state.

We are looking for a candidate who possesses the following position-specific competencies.

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A bachelors 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 entry professional level 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 1 with the State of Alaska or the equivalent with another employer.

Substitution:
A bachelors degree from an accredited college in any science major which includes the completion of 24 semester hours (36 quarter hours) in the above geoscience fields and 24 additional semester hours (36 quarter hours) of course work in natural sciences may substitute for the education requirement.

Equivalent combinations of professional experience and graduate level education in the geoscience fields described above are acceptable and will be considered as follows: 24 graduate semester hoursone full year of graduate educationone full year of professional experience.

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At the time of applicationthe applicant must attach the following items as individual documents; failure to provide the requested documentation may result in non-consideration. If you are unable to attach documents please fax or email the contact listed below. Required documents include:

At the time of the interviewplease ensure that you provide the following materials. Failure to do so may result in loss of consideration. Required documents include:

SPECIAL NOTICES

Application Notice

How to Apply webpage. Your application must be received by 5:00 p.m. Alaska Standard Time on the closing date.

Cover Letter

A cover letter is required for this position. The letter should be two to three paragraphs (no longer than one page) and address your knowledge and experience related to the desired position-specific competencies listed above. Your cover letter will serve as a writing sampleand will help determine which applicants advance to the interview phase of the recruitment process.

Please attach the cover letter to your application before submitting it online; if you cannot attach it fax or email it to the contact number below.

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 competence in applying specific 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 post-secondary education is required to meet the minimum qualifications you must fill out the Education section of the application. If you have not yet obtained a degree please indicate the units you have 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 at foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the minimum qualifications listed above. If using this education to meet minimum qualification requirements you must demonstrate that the credentials have been submitted to a private organization specializing in interpreting foreign educational credentials and that such education has been deemed at least equivalent to that gained in standard U.S. education programs. Alternatively an accredited U.S. post-secondary institution must report that the other institutions transcript is given full value or that full value is recognized in relevant subject areas aligned with the post-secondary institutions curricula. It is your responsibility to provide this 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 part-time. Applications will be reviewed to determine whether the responses are supported and whether the minimum qualifications are met. If they are not the applicant may not advance to the recruitment interview and selection phase.

Note: Attaching a resume does not substitute for completing the application in full. 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 indicate the union to which you belong at the time of application. Do not complete this question if you are not a current state employee.

Drivers License Requirement

Applicants must possess a valid drivers license. Proof of licensure will be required prior to reporting to duty.

Please ensure your application (through work history training education licenses certifications etc.) supports/demonstrates that you possess the minimum required competencies for the job class.

EEO STATEMENT
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David Charron

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