What You Will Be Doing
The Alaska Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys (DGGS) seeks an entry-level geoscientist to conduct field and office-based work, including gathering, compiling, analyzing, and interpreting surficial geologic data from Alaska\xe2\x80\x99s North Slope. As a part of the Division\xe2\x80\x99s Arctic Strategic Transportation and Resources (ASTAR) team, the successful applicant will work with DGGS staff, contractors, and other North Slope stakeholders to better understand the distribution and character of surface materials. Additionally, this position will support other aspects of the program, supporting the project\xe2\x80\x99s mission to identify, evaluate and advance the quality of life and economic opportunities in North Slope Borough Communities through infrastructure development. Therefore, we seek someone with a broad-based geologic background, a working knowledge of GIS, good organizational skills, and the ability to multi-task to support project activities and data dissemination.

We anticipate this position lasting ~18 months.

Mission and Culture
The DGGS mission is to determine the potential of Alaska land for the production of metals, minerals, fuels, and geothermal resources, the locations and supplies of groundwater and construction material, and the potential geologic hazards to buildings, roads, bridges, and other installations and structures (AS 41.08.020). The newly formed Hydrology and Surficial Geology Section increases public safety and strengthens communities and infrastructure by providing information about the distribution and character of surface materials properties and the distribution of groundwater resources across all 400 million acres of Alaska. This information is vital for land-use planning efforts and provides essential information many Alaskans use.

Core Responsibilities

• Gather, organize, compile, describe, and help evaluate geologic data, including existing and newly collected field and laboratory data.
• Populate databases with geologic information about sand and gravel resources
• Use GIS to create geologic maps and derivative or interpretive products supporting project goals.
• Assist with field season planning and participate in helicopter-supported fieldwork to gather additional sand and gravel resource assessment data.
• Work to create maps, figures, reports, and other datasets for publication and dissemination.

Benefits of Joining Our Team
DGGS offers ample opportunity to meet program goals through extensive collaboration with top technical and scientific practitioners. This work performed will be a part of ongoing collaborations between DGGS and several stakeholders across the State, including federal and local agencies, native organizations, contractors, individuals, and businesses in the private sector, and offers an excellent opportunity to build relationships. Staff is encouraged to learn and grow through work activities, from each other\xe2\x80\x99s experiences, and via structured training on equipment, ArcGIS, and other geospatial processing techniques. In addition, field data collections conducted at remote Alaska locations require the team to operate as a single unit under sometimes stressful situations, which encourages team bonding.

The Working Environment You Can Expect
This position is at the DGGS main office in Fairbanks, Alaska. The daily work environment is open and collegial, allowing collaboration and coordination among the entire DGGS staff.

Who We Are Looking For
We seek a motivated entry-level geoscientist with a background in geology, physical geography, geological engineering, or closely related fields, with knowledge of surficial geologic material properties and working knowledge of GIS. Engineering geology, remote sensing, surficial geologic mapping, and database experience are preferred but not required. Experience conducting fieldwork in remote Alaskan settings is also desirable but not required for this position. We encourage you to apply if you meet the Minimum Qualifications for a Geologist 1 and have a background in these areas.
Minimum Qualifications
A bachelor\'s degree from an accredited college in geology, geophysics, geochemistry, geological engineering, engineering geology, or any of their subdivisions, including mining engineering.

Substitution:
A bachelor\'s degree from an accredited college in any science major, which includes the completion of 24 semester hours (36 quarter hours) in the above geoscience fields and 24 additional semester hours (36 quarter hours) of course work in natural sciences, may substitute for the education requirement.
Additional Required Information

**NOTE: PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY**

THIS RECRUITMENT IS FOR ALASKA RESIDENTS ONLY
This recruitment is open to Alaska Residents only. Applicants must meet Alaska Residency Requirements to be considered for employment at this time.

At the time of application ,the applicant must attach as individual documents the following items (If unable to attach documents, please fax or email the contact listed below):

• Cover letter (see instructions below)
• College transcripts, unofficial is acceptable

If selected for an interview , the applicant must provide the following:

• Contact information for three professional references
• Valid driver\xe2\x80\x99s license
• Copies of your two most recent performance evaluations or supervisory letters of recommendation if evaluations are not available

SPECIAL NOTICES

• This position requires travel within the State. Trips are generally a few days to a couple of weeks per trip, totaling up to two months for geologic fieldwork occurring during summer. In addition, trips to Anchorage are possible, generally 1-2 days, up to 5 times per year, for project-related meetings or activities.

Application Notice
You can ONLY apply for this position through the Workplace Alaska website or via a hardcopy application. If you accessed this recruitment bulletin through a job search portal, such as AlaskaJobs or any other database, you MUST use a Workplace Alaska online or hardcopy application to apply successfully. Instructions on how to apply with Workplace Alaska may be found on the Workplace Alaska \xe2\x80\x9cHow to Apply" page. Your application must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. Alaska Standard Time on the closing date.

Cover Letter
Discuss how each of the following parameters applies to you and provide specific examples. (Please note: We do not expect candidates to have experience in all these categories; if you do not have experience in one of these categories, please say so.)

• How do you meet the minimum requirements for a Geologist 1, and what background or experience makes you well-suited for this position?
• Describe your role in a geologic project involving a geologic data collection and analysis project. What was the significance of your results?
• Describe your experience using ArcGIS or ArcGIS Pro to create, manipulate, and analyze geologic data. Describe a specific task you performed.
• Describe your experience making professional-quality maps or figures. What programs did you use?
• Describe your experience or background with fieldwork in remote settings. What was your role in preparing for the fieldwork? What was your role in conducting the fieldwork/collecting data?
• Describe a scientific task you performed that demonstrates your ability to be organized and detail-oriented.

Your cover letter will be used to determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment.

Please attach the cover letter to your application before submitting it online or, if unable to attach to your application, fax or email it to the contact number provided below.

Education
If post-secondary education is required to meet the minimum qualifications, you must fill in the Education section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree, please indicate the number of units completed. Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials if used to meet the minimum qualifications for a position. Transcripts can be attached at the time of application or provided at the time of the interview.

Special Instructions for Foreign Education
Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the minimum qualifications listed above. If utilizing this education, you must show that the education credentials have been submitted to a private organization that specializes in the interpretation of foreign educational credentials and that such education has been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs; or an accredited U.S. post-secondary institution reports the other institution as one whose transcript is given full value, or full value is given in subject areas applicable to the curricula at the post-secondary institution. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

Work Experience
If using work experience not already documented in your application, also provide the employer\xe2\x80\x99s name, job title, employment dates, and whether full or part-time. Applications will be reviewed to determine whether the responses are supported and whether minimum qualifications are clearly met. If they are not, the applicant may not advance to the recruitment interview and selection phase.

Note: Attaching a resume is not an alternative to filling out the application entirely. Noting, "see resume" or any similar response on any portion of your application may lead to a determination that your application is incomplete and removal from consideration for this job posting.

Bargaining Unit
If you are a current state employee, please mark the union you are a member of at the time of application. Do not complete this question if you are not a current state employee.

Driver\xe2\x80\x99s License Requirement
Applicants must possess a valid driver\'s license. Proof of licensure will be required prior to reporting to duty.

Firearms
This position requires the use or possession of a firearm or ammunition. In accordance with the federal Omnibus Consolidated Appropriations Act of 1997 (PL 104-208), if you have been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence, you may not hold this position.

A "misdemeanor crime of domestic violence" is an offense that is (1) a misdemeanor under Federal or state law; and (2) has, as an element, the use or attempted use of physical force, or the threatened use of a deadly weapon, committed by a current or former spouse, parent, or guardian of the victim, by a person with whom the victim shares a child in common, by a person who is cohabiting with or has cohabited with the victim as a spouse, parent, or guardian, or by a person similarly situated to a spouse, parent, or guardian of the victim.

If you have ever been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence, do NOT apply for this position.

EEO Statement
The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities, who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call 1-800-587-0430 or 465-4095 in Juneau or (907) 465-3412 (TTY) or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at P. O. Box 110201, Juneau, AK 99811-0201. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.
Contact Information
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For specific information about this position, please get in touch with the hiring manager at the following:

Trent Hubbard
Geologist 5
Phone: 907-451-5009
Email: trent.hubbard@alaska.gov




Careers with the State of Alaska offer MANY benefits
The following information describes typical benefits available to employees of the State of Alaska. Actual benefits received may differ by bargaining unit or branch of government, position type, or be prorated for other than full time work.

For a quick breakdown of the insurance, health, and retirement benefits available for State Employees you can view an orientation video from Division of Retirement and Benefits. (Please note this video is specifically designed for new State Employees.)

Insurance Benefits

• Health insurance, which includes employer contributions toward medical/vision/dental
  • The following employee groups are under AlaskaCare Benefits administered by the State: See http://doa.alaska.gov/drb/programs/index.html for additional information.
    • AVTEC
    • Confidential
    • Correctional Officers
    • Marine Engineers
    • Mt. Edgecumbe Teachers
    • Supervisory
    • Unlicensed Vessel Personnel/Inland Boatman\'s Union
    • Exempt employees (not covered by collective bargaining)
  • The following employee groups are covered by Union health trusts. Contact the appropriate Union for additional information.
    • General Government
    • Labor, Trades and Crafts
    • Public Safety Employees Association
    • Masters, Mates & Pilots
• Employer paid Basic Life insurance with additional coverage available (amount depends on Bargaining Unit)

Optional Insurance Benefits

• Group-based insurance premiums for
  • Term life (employee, spouse or qualified same sex partner, and dependents)
  • Long-term and short-term disability
  • Accidental Death and Dismemberment
  • Long-term care (self and eligible family members)
  • Supplemental Survivor Benefits
• Employee-funded flexible spending accounts for tax savings on eligible health care or dependent care expenses

Retirement Benefits

• Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Teachers\' Retirement System (TRS)
• Matching employer contribution into a defined contribution program (new employees)
• Employer contribution into a defined benefit or defined contribution program (current employees)
• Contributions to the Alaska Supplemental Annuity Plan in lieu of contributions to Social Security
• Option to enroll in the Alaska Deferred Compensation Program
• Note: The Defined Contribution Plan, Supplemental Annuity Plan and Deferred Compensation Program offer a variety of investment options

See http://doa.alaska.gov/drb/retirement/index.html for additional information
Paid Leave & Other Benefits

• Personal leave with an accrual rate increase based on time served
• Eleven paid holidays a year
• Gym discounts at participating fitness providers in multiple locations throughout the state.

See http://doa.alaska.gov/drb/ghlb/employee/health/gymListing.html for additional information