Geologist, Registered

Description

This recruitment is now posted continuously until all position(s) are filled.

$54.37 - $65.60 Hourly ($ - $ Annually)

Under general direction, supervise staff and provide technical oversight for projects involving environmental contamination of soil, soil vapor, and groundwater. Review and analyze geologic and hydrogeologic data for the investigation and cleanup of contaminated sites. Work in conjunction with other state environmental oversight agencies involved in the County’s Voluntary Remedial Oversight Program. Review and approve groundwater monitoring and soil vapor well construction and destruction.

Provide hydrogeologic input on sustainability of production wells within county. Perform other duties as assigned.

This is a technical class where the incumbent must render expert opinions on geologic factors regarding identification and availability of water supplies; environmental impacts on freshwater supplies from development; groundwater and geologic issues related to solid waste disposal; and soil mechanics and seismic issues related to building safety. The class differs from Engineering Geologist in that the latter focuses on complex civil engineering geological issues.

NOTE: We are also accepting applications to create an employment list for future Full‑Time, Part‑Time, Extra Help and 1414 vacancies for Geologist, Registered in Santa Barbara and Santa Maria for both the County Health and Public Works departments.

• Civil Service Rule 1414. Appointment to Fill Vacancy During Leave of Absence. 1414 vacancies may occur as a result of a leave of absence, and the duration of the appointment shall be subject to the return of the individual who is on leave. An appointee may transition to a regular position in the classification without re‑application or re‑testing, depending on performance and departmental needs.

Please select the location(s) you would like to be considered for current and future vacancies. If you qualify for this position and pass the required selection steps, your name will be sent to the hiring manager(s) of the vacancy location(s) and department(s) where you have expressed a willingness to work.

The County of Santa Barbara offers generous benefits. to view more information.

• Retirement reciprocity
• Time and service credit toward an advanced vacation accrual rate

• At least two (2) years of lead or supervisory training and experience in environmental health or a related field;
• At least five (5) years of experience as a geologist for environmental investigations with a recognized environmental agency, organization or company;
• Education and/or experience in civil engineering and/or geology;
• California Professional Civil Engineer or Geologist license;
• Demonstrated ability to problem‑solve and communicate well with staff and clients;
• Strong customer service skills;
• Demonstrated ability to ensure environmental regulatory programs and services are implemented in a manner that promotes and prioritizes health equity;
• Willingness to exercise creativity, innovation, and flexibility while maintaining fundamentally sound environmental regulatory programs;
• Ability to effectively use performance data to monitor organizational functions and outcomes.

• Provides technical guidance to staff on soil, soil vapor, and groundwater issues associated with individual environmental projects and program‑wide issues.
• Reviews adequacy of environmental reports and work plans that contain geologic and hydrogeologic interpretation, including Phase I Site Assessments, Phase II investigations, Corrective Action Plans, Human and Ecological Risk Assessments, and Vapor Intrusion Mitigation Systems.
• Attends interagency meetings related to the Voluntary Remedial Oversight Program.
• Provides oversight to consultants in the collection of field data and preparation of complex studies involving groundwater, soil vapor, soil, and geology.
• Advises management and decision‑makers on individual environmental projects and county‑wide environmental issues.
• Reviews and approves soil boring and monitoring well permits for conformance to…