Geologist - Surficial Geologic Mapper; PCN

Geologist 2 - Surficial Geologic Mapper (PCN 10-2256) in Fairbanks, AK |  page has loaded.

The Department of Natural Resources, Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys, is recruiting for a Geologist 2 - Surficial Geologic Mapper in Fairbanks, Alaska.

What You Will Be Doing:

• With guidance from project managers and other DGGS staff, collaborate on tasks to create geologic maps and associated digital data using GIS
• Collect, compile, and analyze geologic data to support material resource and hazard assessments or other projects where surficial geologic data is necessary to help DGGS fulfill its mission and goals
• Assist project managers and other DGGS staff with field season preparation.
• Participate in helicopter-supported fieldwork to gather data supporting surficial geology-based investigations
• With guidance from project managers and team leads, write reports and prepare figures and presentations to disseminate geologic information

Mission and Values/Culture:

The position involves work that improves understanding of the distribution and character of near-surface geologic materials and landforms. Important outcomes of this work include:

• Facilitating the identification of construction materials.
• Providing valuable information to support land‑use planning decisions and to support the overall safety and well-being of Alaskans.

Benefits of Joining Our Team:

Working for DGGS includes a number of benefits, including:

• The opportunity to collaborate with top technical and scientific practitioners in a team environment.
• The opportunity to learn how science is used to help support public planning and decision‑making.
• The opportunity to work with scientists and leaders from a variety of backgrounds, including state, federal, and local agencies, native organizations, contractors, and individuals in the private sector.
• The opportunity for on‑the‑job training, including enhancing GIS and other skills that support job‑related tasks.

The Working Environment You Can Expect:

This permanent seasonal position is based out of DGGS main office in Fairbanks, Alaska, with summer fieldwork of 2 weeks to 3 months, often helicopter‑supported in remote Alaska. The daily work environment is generally desk‑based, but open and collegial, allowing coordination among DGGS staff. Pending approval, the position can be hybrid teleworking with a minimum of 50% time required at the main DGGS offices per week.

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

• Geospatial Science:
  Knowledge of concepts, principles, theories, and methods related to the collection, storage, analysis, visualization, and distribution of geographic‑based data and maps.
• Manages and Organizes Information:
  Identifies a need; gathers, organizes, and maintains information; determines its importance and accuracy, and communicates it by a variety of methods.
• Partnering:
  Develops networks and builds alliances; collaborates across boundaries to build strategic relationships and achieve common goals.
• 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.
• Analytical Thinking/Problem Solving:
  Uses a logical, systematic, sequential approach to address problems or opportunities or manage a situation by drawing on one’s knowledge and experience base and calling on other references and resources as necessary.

A bachelor's degree from an accredited college in geology, geophysics, geochemistry, geological engineering,…