Licensed Professional Geologist

If you are eager to contribute positively to the environment and serve the people of Pennsylvania, the Department of Environmental Protection is the perfect place for you! We are currently on the lookout for a Licensed Professional Geologist to join our Environmental Cleanup and Brownfields program within the special projects section. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a dedicated team focused on making a significant impact. Do not hesitate-submit your application today and take the first step towards making a meaningful difference!

The employee demonstrates proficiency in analyzing and addressing intricate hydrogeologic challenges, effectively communicating findings to the Chiefs of the Corrective Action, Special Projects, or HSCA Section. Their work frequently entails independent planning, designing, executing, and assessing groundwater investigation initiatives.

In this role, the employee engages in professional hydrogeologic tasks that encompass the examination, mapping, conservation, utilization, safeguarding, or remediation of hydrogeologic resources. The position necessitates travel to various sites to conduct studies or investigations that involve the collection, organization, evaluation, and interpretation of hydrogeologic data, with results presented in both graphical and narrative formats.

The responsibilities also include applying standard geological principles and interpreting maps, aerial photographs, remote sensing images, and relevant scientific literature. The employee prepares comprehensive hydrogeologic reports, enhanced with maps, charts, and other visual aids, ensuring clarity for a diverse audience of scientists and non-scientists to facilitate informed agency decision-making. Additionally, they gather, compile, and analyze a variety of data sources, including written and oral reports, maps, photographs, remote sensing images, and subsurface hydrogeologic information such as geophysical well logs, water measurements, core samples, well driller logs, and water quality assessments.

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 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to 3 days a week. 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 Norristown.
• Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $67,678 (before taxes).
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS
Special Requirements:

• This position requires the possession of an active license as a professional geologist issued by the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists.
• This position requires possession of an active Pennsylvania non-commercial Class C driver's license or equivalent.

• PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title.
• 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).
• 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.

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

• 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.