Geologist 5 (PCN 10-8247)

Full Job Description

The Department of Natural Resources, Division of Mining, Land & Water, is recruiting for a Geologist 5 in Anchorage.

This position is open to Alaska Residents only.

Please check our residency definition to determine if you qualify.

What You Will Be Doing:

You will be managing a team of nine professionals in the Mineral Property Management Unit within the Division of Mining, Land & Water's Mining Section.

This involves all aspects of the adjudication of the State's mineral estate, including Mining Claims, Upland and Offshore Mining Leases, prospecting permits, production royalties, and coal leases.

You will also be a leading public-facing official for the Mining Section on issues related to the mineral estate, representing the State of Alaska at professional meetings and conferences alongside other Federal and State Agencies.

Mission and Values/Culture:

The Division of Mining, Land and Water, Mining Section, promotes the use and development of the State's mineral resources according to the principles outlined in the State Constitution, State statutes, and regulations.

Benefits of Joining Our Team:

The Mining section is at the leading edge of one of the most important resources in the State of Alaska and supports investment in Alaska’s rich mineral resources, in partnership with communities and businesses across the state.

The Mineral Property Management unit plays a pivotal part in serving the needs of mineral exploration and the mineral industry in Alaska and helps to ensure that individual miners can continue mining and remain an important contributor to the state's economy.

As a Geologist V leading the Mineral Property Team, you will work with other professionals working to maintain Alaska's thriving mineral industry.

The Working Environment You Can Expect:

The Atwood Building in Anchorage offers a vibrant downtown location with outstanding views of the Alaska Range, Chugach Mountains, and the MatSu Valley, placing you at the center of Alaska’s business, government, and cultural activity.

Working in this walkable, lively district provides easy access to restaurants, shops, entertainment, the Anchorage Park Strip, and convenient parking.

At the same time, nearby trails, parks, and waterfront views create unmatched opportunities to enjoy the outdoors before or after work.

This position offers the opportunity to travel to Alaska’s diverse mining districts as needed to support the responsible development of the State’s mineral estate.

We are looking for a candidate who possesses the following position-specific competencies.

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Requirements

A bachelor's degree from an accredited college in geology, geophysics, geochemistry, geological engineering, engineering geology, or any of their subdivisions, including mining engineering.
AND
Four years of advanced professional experience in geology, geophysics, geochemistry, geological engineering, engineering geology, or any of their subdivisions, including mining engineering. This experience is met by service as a Geologist 3 with the State of Alaska or the equivalent with another employer.
OR
Two years of professional project managerial experience in geology, geophysics, geochemistry, geological engineering, engineering geology, or any of their subdivisions, including mining engineering. This experience is met by service as a Geologist 4 with the State of Alaska or the equivalent with another employer.

OR
A master's degree from an accredited college in geology, geophysics, geochemistry, geological engineering, engineering geology, or any of their subdivisions, including mining engineering.
AND
Two years of advanced professional experience in geology, geophysics, geochemistry, geological engineering, engineering geology, or any of their subdivisions, including mining engineering. This experience is met by service as a Geologist 3 with the State of Alaska or the equivalent with another employer.

OR
A doctorate degree from an accredited college in geology, geophysics, geochemistry, geological engineering, engineering geology, or any of their subdivisions, including mining engineering.
AND
One year of advanced professional experience in geology, geophysics, geochemistry, geological engineering, engineering geology, or any of their subdivisions, including mining engineering. This experience is met by service as a Geologist 3 with the State of Alaska or the equivalent with another employer.

Equivalent combinations of professional experience and graduate level education in the geoscience fields described above are acceptable and will be considered as follows: 24 graduate semester hours=one full year of graduate education=one full year of professional experience.

Qualifications

** Please read the information below carefully. **

At the time of the interview, please ensure that you provide the following materials. Failure to do so may result in loss of consideration. Required documents include:

Application Notice

You can ONLY apply for this position through the Workplace Alaska website or by submitting a paper application. Instructions for applying are available on the Workplace Alaska How to Apply webpage. Your application must be received by 5:00 p.m. Alaska Standard Time on the closing date.

Cover Letter

If invited to an interview, you will be required to provide a cover letter.

It should be two to three paragraphs (no longer than one page) and address your knowledge and experience related to the desired position-specific competencies listed above.

Your cover letter will serve as a writing sample and will be used to determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment.

Supplemental Questions

For your application to be evaluated, you must answer the Supplemental Questions.

The State of Alaska (SOA) uses four proficiency levels to measure and describe an applicant’s competence in applying specific behaviors, knowledge, skills, and abilities to accomplish a specific task.

The four proficiency levels are Mastery, Fluency, Literacy, and Discovery. You must rate your proficiency level for each competency listed in the supplemental questions.

Education

If post-secondary education is required to meet the minimum qualifications, you must fill out the Education section of the application.

If you have not yet obtained a degree, please indicate the units you have completed.

Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials if used to meet the minimum qualifications for a position.

Special Instructions for Foreign Education

Education completed at foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the minimum qualifications listed above.

If using this education to meet minimum qualification requirements, you must demonstrate that the credentials have been submitted to a private organization specializing in interpreting foreign educational credentials and that such education has been deemed at least equivalent to that gained in standard U.S.

education programs. Alternatively, an accredited U.S.

post-secondary institution must report that the other institution's transcript is given full value or that full value is recognized in relevant subject areas aligned with the post-secondary institution's curricula.

It is your responsibility to provide this evidence when applying.

Work Experience

If using work experience not already documented in your application, also provide the employer’s name, job title, employment dates, and whether full or part-time.

Applications will be reviewed to determine whether the responses are supported and whether the minimum qualifications are met.

If they are not, the applicant may not advance to the recruitment interview and selection phase.

Note: Attaching a resume does not substitute for completing the application in full. 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 indicate the union to which you belong at the time of application. Do not complete this question if you are not a current state employee.

Driver’s License Requirement

Applicants must possess a valid driver's license. Proof of licensure will be required prior to reporting to duty.

Please ensure your application (through work history, training, education, licenses, certifications, etc.) supports/demonstrates that you possess the minimum required competencies for the job class.

EEO STATEMENT The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

Individuals with disabilities who require accommodation, auxiliary aids or services, or alternative communication formats should call 1-800-587-0430 or (907) 465-4095 in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-770-8973 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.

Additional Information

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For specific information about this position, please get in touch with the hiring manager at the following:

Steve Buckley

Mining Section Chief

Phone: 907-269-8621

Email: stephen.buckley@alaska.gov