PROFESSIONAL GEOLOGIST II - 37000433 Date: Sep 11, 2024 The State Personnel System is an E-Verify employer. For more information click on our E-Verify Website (http://www.dms.myflorida.com/workforceoperations/humanresourcemanagement/forjobapplicants/everify) .Requisition No: 836879 Agency: Environmental ProtectionWorking Title: PROFESSIONAL GEOLOGIST II - 37000433Pay Plan: Career ServicePosition Number: 37000433 Salary: $63,000 to $65,000, based on qualifications Posting Closing Date: 09/14/2024 Total Compensation Estimator Tool (https://compcalculator.myflorida.com/) PROFESSIONAL GEOLOGIST II State of Florida Department of Environmental Protection PENDING VACANCY Our Organization and Mission: The Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is the state’s lead agency for environmental management and stewardship - protecting our air, water and land. The vision of DEP is to advance Florida’s position as a world leader in protecting natural resources while growing the state’s economy. The Work You Will Do: The Florida Geological Survey (FGS) is seeking to hire for a full-time (FTE) salaried Professional Geologist II position. This position requires a State of Florida professional geologist license or the ability to attain the license within one year. This is an advanced professional geologist position that will coordinate and conduct geologic studies in support of FGS and DEP research and assessment needs. The position is expected to review and evaluate geologic data, publish and present results, and act as a technical advisor to government agencies/programs as needed, especially in the areas of stratigraphy and mineral resources. The position is located within the FGS’s Geological Investigations Section. The Difference You Will Make: The Florida Geological Survey collects, archives, interprets and distributes geologic information to benefit the environment and Florida’s communities. Our geoscience products support initiatives related to water-resource conservation and management, improvement of the quality of natural resources and promotion of economic growth. The FGS is committed to continuously increasing the amount and quality of geoscience data and making it available to the public. The FGS values leadership, integrity, accountability, communication, innovation, and service. How You Will Grow: DEP encourages its leaders to constantly innovate and seek efficiencies. We believe in supporting and encouraging you as you take on important and often complex projects while offering you the opportunity to gain valuable experience quickly. Where You Will Work: The position is located in Tallahassee, Florida. Tallahassee is Florida’s Capitol City. It is lined with rolling hills, oak trees, and canopied roads that combines old world charm with a modern pace of life. Home to two major universities as well as state government, Tallahassee is a mid-sized city in the heart of Florida’s Big Bend. Tallahassee is a highly desirable location for both those seeking their first job or those ready to enter the next exciting chapter in their career. The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State’s total compensation package for full-time salaried employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including:
Annual and Sick Leave benefits ;
Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year;
State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options ;
Retirement plan options, including employer contributions ( For more information, please click www.myfrs.com );
Flexible Spending Accounts;
Tuition waivers;
And more!
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Pay:
$63,000 to $65,000, based on qualifications
Your Specific Responsibilities:
In the position you will:
Propose, implement, coordinate, and conduct advanced geological research and mapping related to stratigraphy, mineral resources, geochronology, and geomorphology.
Participate in the collection, description, analysis, and mapping using geologic data.
Hire and coordinate the work of research assistants. Manage project budgets.
Serve as a technical advisor and provide geologic data to other governmental agencies, consulting firms and the public upon request.
Present research to peers and interested parties in professional, academic, and public settings.
Provide editorial comment on FGS publications.
Ensure geologic data accurately is captured in GEODES.
Oversee and participate in the systematic description of FGS repository boreholes and stratigraphic hand samples that have been received but not described in support of geologic mapping and related research and assessment activities supporting the FGS’s mission.
Work with the FGS Leadership team and project managers to prioritize geologic projects and propose new ones.
Assist DEP divisions and other state agencies with oil, gas, and mineral assessments and other geologic technical reviews.
Other responsibilities and duties as required including educational lectures on Florida’s geologic framework, minerals, fossils, rocks, geologic history, and geologic mapping.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of terminology, principles and techniques of geological research, analysis and testing.
Knowledge of procedures, equipment and materials used in laboratory testing and analysis.
Skilled in the methods of geological data collection.
Skilled in conducting geological studies and analyses of scientific data. Ability to collect, record, and analyze scientific data relating to the science of geology.
Ability to maintain a Florida professional geologist license and a valid driver license.
Ability to communicate effectively and courteously both orally and in writing.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. Ability to work independently; organize, plan and coordinate staff work assignments.
Ability to work with a team.
Ability to participate in and lead team meetings.
Ability to manage project budgets and staff.
Required Qualifications:
A bachelor's degree in geology from an accredited college or university; or
Any combination of post-secondary education or verifiable related experience, as described in this posting , for a total of four years.
Preferred Qualification
Prior and revelant work experience is preferred.
Other Job-Related Requirements for this position:
Must have a valid driver's license.
Florida Professional Geologist LicensePOSITION OF SPECIAL TRUST REQUIREMENT: This position is designated as a Position of Special Trust in accordance with DEP-422 (Positions of Special Trust or Responsibility). Any applicant being considered for employment must successfully complete a Level 2 State and National criminal history check as a condition of employment before beginning employment, and also be screened in accordance with the requirements of Chapter 435, F.S. No applicant may begin employment until the background screening results are received, reviewed for any disqualifying offenses, and approved by the Agency. DEP is committed to successfully recruiting and onboarding talented and skilled individuals into its workforce. We recognize the extensive training, experience, and transferrable skills that veterans and individuals with disabilities bring to the workforce. Veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to contact our recruiter for guidance and answers to questions through the following email addresses: HRVeteransPreference@dep.state.fl.us HRRecruitment@ FloridaDEP.gov The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.VETERANS’ PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clickinghere (http://www.dms.myflorida.com/content/download/97612/566545) . All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement. Location: TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32303 Nearest Major Market:Tallahassee