Subsurface Materials Geoscientist, Natural Resource Scientist 3 (NRSci3

Subsurface Materials Geoscientist, Natural Resource Scientist 3 (NRSci3)

Recruitment #2026-07-P511-06374

Full-time, Project, Represented position (WFSE)

Anticipated Project is October 2026 through June 2027

Location:

Natural Resources Building - Olympia, WA

Work Hours and Partial Telework flexibility may be available and considered.

Salary: $6,229.00 - $8,374.00 monthly

Review of applications is ongoing. We reserve the right to make a hiring decision or close this recruitment at any time after 8/6/2026. It is in your best interest to submit materials as soon as possible.

Want to join something GREAT and make a difference?

The Washington Geological Survey is looking for an energetic team member to serve as our Subsurface Materials Geoscientist. If you’re enthusiastic about organizing rock samples and working in a warehouse setting, this role is for you! The successful candidate will manage the collection, storage, analysis, and inventory of physical materials including core, cuttings, and hand samples. This project position is funded through June 30th, 2027, with the possibility to extend or convert to a permanent position.

Apply to be part of our dynamic division in the Department of Natural Resources and make a difference for Washingtonians through geology!

• Develops and maintains a comprehensive inventory database system to track archived materials, including linking materials to relevant publications.
• Facilitates future public access to sample information.
• Locates Washington sample materials held by external partners and determines if materials are suitable for consideration of requesting materials for permanent storage within WGS.