Geologist

Geologist 3

Organization:
Natural Resources

Agency Contact Name and Information:
Theresa Ellis, theresa.elliso.gov

Work Location:

DNR Tuscarawas 1888 East High Avenue New Philadelphia 44663

Primary

Location:

United States of America-OHIO-Tuscarawas County-New Philadelphia

Compensation: $31.47

Schedule:

Full-time

Work Hours:

M-F, 8 AM - 5 PM (subject to change)

Classified Indicator:
Classified

Union: OCSEA

Primary Job Skill:
Geology/Hydrology

Technical

Skills:

Geology/Hydrology, Investigation, Natural Resources

Professional

Skills:

Analyzation

Agency Overview

Who we are:

Did you know Ohio operates 76 state parks, manages over 750,000 acres of diverse wildlife land and more than 2 million acres of water? That's just the tip of the iceberg of what we do at the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) as we seek to ensure a balance between wise use and protection of our natural resources for the benefit of all!

Across our 12 divisions and support services, we employ office staff, law enforcement officers, geologists, biologists, engineers, attorneys, communicators, managers, and so much more. Whatever your passion, we likely have a position to fit it and pathways for advancement! Working at ODNR is a special experience. Our employees are afforded opportunities to participate in public events at parks, nature preserves, wildlife areas, and annually at the Natural Resources Park at the Ohio State Fair!

We routinely have Lunch and Learn events at our Assembly Center which are streamed on Teams Live as are monthly updates with our Director.

What we need:
We are seeking energetic, passionate people who want to play a key role for the position of Geologist 3 within the Division of Oil & Gas, headquartered in Tuscarawas County. The address is 2207 Reiser Ave. SE, New Philadelphia, Ohio 44663. To learn more about the Division of Oil & Gas please visit Division of Oil & Gas Resources | Ohio Department of Natural Resources.

Job Description

What you will do:

Plan & conduct complex geologic investigations to evaluate citizen complaints & regulated industry referrals alleging ground water impacts (e.g., contamination, diminution) or environmental impacts from oil field operations

Conduct investigations

Coordinate and complete sampling activities

Prepare reports that summarize ground water investigation or environmental assessment findings & conclusions for review by program manager

Prepare summaries of findings, recommend corrective action & administrative enforcement actions involving contaminated or diminished ground water supplies

Review and recommend appropriate actions for remedial action plans submitted to a section

Testify as expert witness in civil, criminal, and administrative hearings to support enforcement actions involving contamination or diminution of public or private water supplies or from environmental impacts as a result of oil & gas exploration, production, brine disposal or solution mining operations

Starting hourly pay of $31.47/hr with multiple pay increases over your first 7.5 years of service, with an end salary of $46.08/hr there may also be cost of living adjustments (COLA) applied. Longevity pay supplements begin after five (5) years of state service. For more details, refer to the OCSEA pay range schedule & longevity rates OCSEA Employees | Department of Administrative Services.

Why Work for the State of Ohio

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

Medical Coverage

Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period

Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year

Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave

Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)

Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

* Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Qualifications

Completion of undergraduate core program in geology, hydrogeology or other specialized geologic science AND 24 mos. exp. in geologic field, laboratory &/or drafting methods & techniques.

-Or completion of graduate core program in geology, hydrogeology or other specialized geologic science AND 12 mos. exp. in geologic field, laboratory &/or drafting methods.

-Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.

Job

Skills:

Geology/Hydrology

Technical

Skills:

Geology/Hydrology, Investigation, Natural Resources

Professional

Skills:

Analyzation

Supplemental Information

Application Requirements:
Please ensure your online application clearly indicates how you meet minimum qualifications (MQs). Transcripts…