Senior Geoscientist

THE POSITION

Are you prepared to embark on a journey as a geospatial explorer? The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources is on the lookout for a Senior Geoscientist to delve into the geological tapestry of Pennsylvania. This role presents an opportunity to influence our understanding of the Commonwealth's natural resources. As the expert in contemporary geological software, you will use state-of-the-art tools to investigate, model, and map geologic and geospatial features of the region.

Apply today to make a meaningful impact!

As a Senior Geoscientist, you will help prepare high-quality geologic maps, cross-sections, and derivative maps essential for geological analysis. Your expertise will support GIS applications and geospatial data, employing advanced tools and queries to create maps, charts, graphics, and data layers that meet the needs of USGS grants and the bureau. You will develop custom scripts to automate processes and improve workflow efficiency.

You will establish and enforce geospatial data standards (content, format, design, maintenance, and quality assurance) to ensure data integrity and usability. You will investigate new data sources, software, equipment, and methodologies, providing recommendations to enhance data collection, analysis, modeling, and visualization for geological research and applications.

For more details about this position, see the position description. Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday – Friday, with a 30-minute lunch
• This position may require travel and overtime as needed
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time up to 5 days per pay period. Telework requires a securely configured high-speed internet connection and an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If telework is not possible, you may report to the headquarters office in Middletown. Telework eligibility is subject to change. Further details may be provided during the interview
• Salary: Starting salary may be non-negotiable in some cases
• You will receive updates via email; check your inbox, including spam/junk folders

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• One year as a Geoscientist (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration) or
• Possession of an active license as a professional geologist issued by the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists, or
• Two years of professional geology experience with a bachelor's degree in geology, hydrogeology, geosciences, geophysics, geochemistry, engineering geology, or a closely related field that includes 30 college credits in geology, geophysics, geochemistry, engineering geology, or related area, or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training

Special Requirement:

• This position requires possession of a valid PA non-commercial Class C driver's license or equivalent

Other Requirements:

• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For information on residency, follow the link and click on Residency
• You must be able to perform essential job functions

Commonwealth employees who wish to use their seniority rights must apply to the internal posting for their seniority rights to be considered

• Resumes and cover letters will not be reviewed; information to support eligibility must be provided on the application (relevant experience/education)
• If you claim education in your supplemental application questions, attach college transcripts (unofficial transcripts are acceptable)
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date; late applications will not be accepted
• Failure to comply with the application requirements may eliminate you from consideration

• Pennsylvania law provides employment preference for qualified veterans. For more information, visit the Pennsylvania Employment page and click on Veterans

• 711 (for hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals)

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