Senior Geoscientist (Permanent) - Dauphin County

Are you eager to embark on a thrilling career in geology? The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources is on the lookout for a passionate individual committed to safeguarding the well-being of both Pennsylvania's residents and its natural environment. If you aspire to kickstart your journey with the Commonwealth as a Senior Geoscientist, we encourage you to apply today and join our dedicated team. This role not only offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on environmental conservation but also allows you to work alongside like-minded professionals who share your enthusiasm for geology and public service. Do not miss the chance to contribute to meaningful projects that protect our state's natural resources while advancing your career in a dynamic and fulfilling field.

In this position, you will take on the responsibility of conducting geological and hydrogeological investigations, gathering, analyzing, and interpreting data, and engaging in educational and outreach initiatives for the Groundwater and Environmental Geology Section within the Geologic Mapping Division. Collaborating with your supervisor, you will be involved in the conception, planning, and execution of research that focuses on the state's groundwater and surface water resources. This role also encompasses the development of educational materials and public outreach efforts. You will articulate geological and hydrogeological issues of concern to local governments and state government officials, which may include groundwater and surface water challenges as well as mine subsidence, sinkholes, rock falls, landslides, earthquakes, flooding, unstable man-made fill areas, naturally occurring hazardous elements, and geological engineering issues. Additionally, you will organize and participate in workshops for local governments and the public, creating informative guides that address groundwater and surface water concerns as well as other subsurface and hazardous conditions in Pennsylvania. Your engagement may extend to attending local and county government meetings where geological and hydrological issues are relevant, ensuring that these concerns are adequately addressed. Furthermore, you will prepare educational resources that highlight areas of geological interest, contributing to a greater understanding of the geological landscape and its implications for public safety and environmental stewardship.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with 60-minute lunch.
• This position will require travel and overtime as needed.
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time on an ad-hoc basis. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Middletown.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

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, and 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 a closely related field; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training.

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

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

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.

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• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
• Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
• You must provide complete and accurate information or:
  • your score may be lower than deserved.
  • you may be disqualified.
• You may only apply/test once for this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.