Geologist

We respect and embrace the experiences, knowledge and contributions of our team members. We strive for a culture of belonging and balance by upholding our values:
Stewardship, Integrity, Collaboration, Respect and Innovation. We are passionate about Missouri, our role to preserve, protect and enhance our environment and we are committed to serving its citizens. We believe our mission and vision serves a greater purpose and will be felt for generations to come.

This position will be located at the Missouri Geological Survey, 111 Fairgrounds Rd., Rolla MO 65401 with significant time in the field.

Bedrock Mapping Geologists at MGS enjoy professional autonomy while working with a deeply collaborative and professional team. This position will routinely publish authoritative, scientific documents as well as have the opportunity to attend national conferences and collaborate with other professional teams. As a geologist, you will support the core values of the Geological Survey Program which include Technical Competency, Service, Professionalism, Ingenuity, and Cooperation.

• Conduct geologic investigations related to mineral resources, including critical and metallic minerals, ore deposits, bedrock geology, and geologic structures related to Earth
  
  MRI grants or other funding sources.
• Identify and evaluate mineral resources by conducting surveys, analyzing rock and mineral samples, and creating geological models to assess ore quality and quantity.
• Coordinate data analysis of geologic samples including, but not limited to, petrography and geochemical analyses.
• Digitally create geologic maps or models based on geologic data and analysis and implement maps into geodatabase schema.
• Use GIS software to manage projects, model data, and produce publications.
• Present precompetitive critical minerals data to internal and external stakeholders, including industry and academia.
• Maintain professional credential as a Missouri Registered Geologist (RG).

• Geology – Working knowledge of geologic principles and their applications.
• Cartography – Familiarity with the concepts and tools applied to map production.
• Writing – Ability to clearly communicate technical concepts in written form for various audiences.
• Project Management – Balancing demands of time and energy regarding assigned projects.

• Master’s degree in geology, or closely related field and have completed, at a minimum, 30 semester hours or 45 quarter hours of credit in geology including coursework required by the Missouri Board of Geologist Registration.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds, work alone in remote areas, walk long distances in hilly and rugged terrain, climb steep slopes, carry geologic specimens out of the field, and use shovel, hand auger, and hammer.

Our benefits package and flexible 40-hour work week promotes the mental and physical health of you and your family as you work towards achieving your professional goals. Benefits include paid vacation and sick leave, paid life insurance, medical, dental, vision and prescription insurance. Learn more here.

• Exceptional professional development: mentoring from experienced professionals, cross-media training, career advancement opportunities, paid trainings and continuing education tuition assistance.
• Support for professional registrations when required, through paid study materials, fees, study time, test time, exam fees and licensure renewal fees.

Vicki Voigt, Geologic Resources Section Chief, 573‑368‑2191 or vicki.voigt.gov

Or

Sally Namassy (Recruiter), 573‑526‑1640 or dnr.recruiter.gov