Geologist Specialist

Title: Geologist Specialist (Restricted)

State Role Title: Scientist II

Hiring Range: $57,733 to $64,950

Pay Band: 5

• Agency: Department of Energy
• Location: Min Mining/Geo & Min Resources

Agency Website: www.energy.virginia.gov

• Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

Virginia Energy is in search of a Geologist Specialist that will manage digital geologic data and produce digital geologic maps, geodatabases, and reports that support planning and construction projects, economic development, and the mitigation of geologic and environmental hazards. The Geologist will complete geologic mapping along the I-81 corridor and other areas, and will make this new information available to industry, government agencies, and the public.

This restricted position is contingent upon continued receipt of federal funds.

Virginia Energy’s mission is to lead the Commonwealth to a safe, reliable and responsible energy future with greater emphasis on renewable energy programs and economic development, as well as implement the Virginia’s Energy Plan to ensure the Commonwealth has abundant, reliable, affordable and clean energy.

Come be a part of an agency that makes a difference. We have offices in Big Stone Gap, Charlottesville, and Richmond, Virginia.

Minimum Qualifications

• Considerable knowledge of geology (particularly geomorphology, hydrology, sedimentology, and engineering geology) and geologic mapping experience.
• In-depth knowledge of field and digital mapping techniques.
• Ability to collect and interpret geologic data and communicate the results to the public, industry, and governmental agencies.
• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple responsibilities, organize tasks, and prioritize workflow.
• Strong computer skills, excellent communication and writing skills,
• Ability to work independently and as a team member,
• Ability to stoop, crawl, bend, and walk for long distances over rough terrain and carry up to 30 pounds.
• Considerable experience using ArcPro or related GIS software is required.
• A valid Driver’s License is required.

Additional Considerations

• Experience related to landslides, engineering geology, or geomorphology.
• Experience using and manipulating lidar data.
• Professional Geologist licensure preferred. If the candidate does not have a license or has a license from another state, the candidate should plan to progress to licensure during the first 12 months of employment.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Applications and résumés for this position are accepted electronically through the Commonwealth of Virginia’s Electronic Recruitment System only. Interview decisions will be based solely on the information provided in your electronic application and/or résumé. Please ensure you detail all relevant work experience clearly and specifically; we will not make assumptions about your qualifications. You will receive confirmation of receipt once your application and/or résumé have been successfully submitted. To check the status of your application, refer to “Your Application” in your account.

All applicants for employment must consent to a comprehensive background check. Selected candidates must successfully pass a drug test, reference, driving, and criminal background check.

Selected candidate(s) will need to complete the I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification Form.

Virginia Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer by both policy and practice, therefore prohibits discrimination on basis of sex, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, political affiliation or disability in the recruitment, selection and hiring of our workforce.

As a certified V3 organization, Virginia Energy honors the Commonwealth’s veterans hiring preference. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps and other National Service Alumni are also encouraged to apply.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or any part of the remaining hiring process should contact the hiring agency directly. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

Contact Information

• Name: Pamela Koger McElwain
• Phone: 804-910-1525
• Email: Pamela.KogerMcElwain@energy.virginia.gov

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.