Geologist Geohazards - Avalanche database

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Geologist 2 – Anchorage, Alaska (Alaska residents only).

This non‑permanent staff position is part of the Climate & Cryosphere Hazards Program in the Geohazards Section of the Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys. The Geologist will synthesize historical snow‑avalanche data into a centralized database to support avalanche modeling and spatial analysis.

• Design and implement a sustainable database framework for data collection, management, and analysis.
• Identify, evaluate, and compile historical avalanche information across Alaska from federal, state, non‑profit, and private sources.
• Engage stakeholders and integrate records into the database, ensuring data is well organized, accessible, and future‑proof.
• Analyze and validate snow‑avalanche data, performing quality control, standardization, and archival.
• Coordinate with team members and stakeholders via telecommunications; occasional in‑person visits may be required.
• Maintain oversight of data quality and documentation for ongoing research and public use.

• Bachelor’s degree in geology, geophysics, geochemistry, geological engineering, engineering geology, mining engineering, or a related field.
• One year of entry‑level professional experience in a related geoscience discipline; this may be satisfied by prior service as a Geologist 1 with the State of Alaska.
• Substitution: A science bachelor’s degree with 24 semester hours in the required geoscience fields and 24 additional semester hours in natural sciences.
• Equivalent combinations of professional experience and graduate education are acceptable.

• Information Management – Identify information needs, gather, organize, and maintain information systems.
• Analytical Thinking/Problem Solving – Use systematic approaches to address challenges.
• Stakeholder Management – Identify, engage, and influence stakeholders.
• Organizing Information – Communicate accuracy and importance through multiple methods.
• Oral and Written Communication – Effectively convey information to diverse audiences.

• May require in‑state travel to meet stakeholders and collect data.
• May require lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds.

The successful candidate will receive training and support to excel in data management and stakeholder engagement and will work collaboratively with a high‑impact research team.

The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities who require accommodation may contact the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations for assistance. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.