Geoscientist (Permanent) – Dauphin County

Reference #: 4678129
THE POSITION
Are you interested in furthering your experience with geologic mapping and stratigraphic framework? The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources is seeking a dedicated Geoscientist to protect the health and safety of Pennsylvanias citizens and environment. This position gives you the opportunity to engage in geological activities at the highest professional level. If you believe you have what it takes to succeed in this position, we want you on our team!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As a Geoscientist, you will be tasked with assisting Senior Geoscientists with a wide range of research, planning, and coordination in the areas of detailed geologic mapping and stratigraphic framework studies. Work includes performing a variety of geologic field mapping duties with eventual focus on preparing geologic maps, reports, and conducting geologic research. You will have the opportunity to answer PNDI/Geoheritage program inquiries, coordinate geoheritage meetings, and update all geoheritage related documents. Additional responsibilities include:
Preparing reports to immediate needs
Coordinating project completion and publication processing
Evaluating data collect, computer data entry, and work progress rates
Providing technical assistance to other agencies, organizations and individuals

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.
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.
  REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
One year as a Geoscience Trainee (commonwealth title); or
Possession of an active Geologist-in-Training certificate issued by or acceptable to the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists, and one year of professional experience in geologic work; or
One year of professional geology experience, and a bachelors degree in geology, hydrogeology, geoscience, geophysics, geochemistry, engineering geology, or a closely related field that includes 30 college credits in geologic coursework; or
An equivalent combination of experience and training that includes 30 college credits in geologic coursework.

Special Requirements:
This position requires possession of an active Pennsylvania non-commercial Class C drivers license or equivalent.

Other Requirements:
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.

How to Apply:
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.

Veterans:
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 Pre erence tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

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.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.