Geologist

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$58,817.70/yr - $85,742.00/yr

Open to: General Public

Work Week: NE (35-hour) Work Week

Opening Date: 8/25/2025

Closing Date: 9/15/2025

Program/Location

Department of Environmental Protection

Contaminated Site Remediation & Redevelopment

401 East State Street

Scope of Eligibility

Open to applicants who meet the requirements below.

Description

Under the close supervision of a Geologist 3 or other supervisory official in a State department or agency, conducts field and office work pertaining to sub-surface investigations, soil compaction, mineral resources, and other related geological work; compiles and analyzes geological data; does other related duties as required.

Specific to the Position

The responsibilities will include providing geologic and hydrogeologic support for Contaminated Site Remediation and Redevelopment (CSRR) for the more technically complex sites. It also includes the issuance of the Discharge to Ground Water Permits and the issuance of the Classified Exception Areas. A more advanced understanding of geology and hydrogeology are critical skills necessary to fulfill the job duties. Depending on the level of expertise, the person may also be responsible for completing geologic and hydrogeologic reviews for the lead programs.

In this situation, the staff person is responsible for reviewing ground water issues related to Unregulated Heating Oil Tank (UHOT) cases and working with the Bureau of Field Operations, in addition to publicly funded and direct oversight cases. Represents the Bureau of Ground Water Pollution Abatement in dealing with the Ground Water and Surface Water Quality Standards.

Preferred Skill Set

This position is responsible for the review of workplans, reports, correspondence, proposals and studies which pertain to geology and hydrogeology, site remediation, well injection and other areas to ensure scientific accuracy and compliance with CSRR regulations, policies and procedures for Licensed Site Remediation Professional & Publicly Funded and Case Management cases. It requires the individual to advise and make recommendations on technical and policy matters.

Requirements

Applicants must meet one of the following or a combination of both experience and education. Thirty (30) semester-hour credits are equal to one (1) year of relevant experience.

Five (5) years of professional experience in geology, geophysics, and/or hydrogeology.

OR

Possession of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in geology, or a bachelor's degree including or supplemented by thirty (30) semester-hour credits in geological subjects; and one (1) year of the above-mentioned professional experience.

OR

Possession of a master's degree in geology from an accredited college or university.

NOTE:

All U.S. degrees and transcripts must be from an accredited college or university. All foreign degrees and transcripts must be evaluated for accreditation by a recognized evaluation service by the closing date of this posting. Failure to provide documentation may result in ineligibility.

License

Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.

As a New Jersey State Department, NJDEP offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Holiday Pay
• Alternative Workweek Program*
• Telework*
• Pension
• Deferred Compensation
• Health Benefits (medical, prescription drug, dental & vision care) and Life Insurance
• Flexible and Health Spending Accounts (FSA/HSA)
• Commuter Tax Savings Program
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Tuition Reimbursement*

* Pursuant to the State/Department's policy, procedures, and/or guidelines.

Veteran's Preference

To qualify for New Jersey Veteran's Preference/status, you must establish Veteran's Preference through the Department of Military and Veteran's Affairs.…