Geoscience Supervisor (Permanent) - Geologic Mapping Division, Dauphin County

Are you looking for an exciting career in the field of geology? The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources Bureau of Geological Survey, colloquially referred to as the Pennsylvania Geological Survey, is seeking a Geoscience Supervisor who is dedicated to the collection, preservation, and objective interpretation of geologic data about Pennsylvania's geologic resources. This position gives you the opportunity to showcase your expertise as you supervise services, investigations, and data collection in the Stratigraphic Studies Section of the Geologic Mapping Division. If you have a working knowledge of Pennsylvania Stratigraphy, we highly encourage you to apply today!

In this role, you will be responsible for supervising the day-to-day activities of five geoscience professionals in the Stratigraphic Studies Section of the Geologic Mapping Division, which is tasked with conducting scientific investigations characterizing the geologic, mineral, and water resources of the Commonwealth. You will have the opportunity to work closely with the Division Manager and Bureau Director to conceive, plan, and supervise field investigations that will be executed by the Stratigraphic Studies Section staff, ensuring that the final product deliverables meet the Bureau's standard of quality.

Project work within the section varies in scope and scale from year to year based upon feedback from the Pennsylvania Geologic Mapping Advisor Committee, but can broadly be characterized as bedrock, surficial, and compilation geologic mapping at scales between 1:24,000 and 1:100,000. Recently completed projects include:

• Correlation of coal units within the Broad Top basin
• Characterization of bedrock fractures and structures within the Mesozoic basin in southeast Pennsylvania
• 1:48,000-scale bedrock compilation mapping in central Pennsylvania
• 1:64,000-scale bedrock mapping of the South Mountain region
• 1:24,000-scale drift thickness and depth to bedrock mapping in northwest Pennsylvania
• 1:50,000-scale compilation mapping of glacial deposits in northeast Pennsylvania
• New 1:24,000-scale bedrock and surficial geologic mapping projects across the state

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 a 60-minute lunch.
• Occasional overnight travel to conferences and meetings is required.
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time. 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:

• Two years as a Senior 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
• Three 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.

Special Requirements:

Other Requirements:

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

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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.

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.

• 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.