Geology Specialist 13
State of Michigan
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Posted: April 14, 2026 (45 days ago)
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Geology Specialist 13 - State Solid Waste Hydrogeological Coordinator
State of Michigan
Environment, Great Lakes and Energy (EGLE)
Location
Michigan, 48909
Salary
$34.12 - $50.12
per hour
Type
Closes
April 29, 2026
Job Description
Summary
This job involves overseeing the water and earth science aspects of Michigan's solid waste management program, ensuring everything follows state rules and laws while solving related problems.
The role includes leading the creation of policies, training other geologists, and working with various teams and outside groups on environmental issues.
It's a great fit for an experienced geologist who enjoys leadership, policy work, and protecting the environment through technical expertise.
Key Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in geology, geological science, petroleum, mining, engineering, or earth science
- Four years of professional experience as a geologist
- Two years of experience equivalent to a Geologist P11 level, or one year equivalent to Geologist 12
- Knowledge of hydrogeology and solid waste management
- Ability to develop policies, procedures, and training for environmental programs
- Leadership skills in collaborating with districts, divisions, and stakeholders
- Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered
Full Job Description
This position serves as the statewide specialist for the hydrogeological aspects of the state's Solid Waste Program. This position ensures that all hydrogeological issues related to the program are addressed, consistent with Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) procedures, policy, and the law, and that all issues or problems are resolved. This position also has a leadership role in the development of policy and procedure, legislation, and rules for Part 115. Solid Waste Management, of the Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act, 1994 PA 451 (Part 115), as amended. This position plays a key leadership role in the training and development of district geologists and in leading the solid waste program as it interacts with other divisions and stakeholders on issues related to geology and hydrogeology.
Position Description
NOTE: The location of the position will be determined by the selected candidate.
Requirements
Education
Possession of a bachelor's degree in geology, or in geological, petroleum, mining, engineering, or earth science.
Experience
Four years of professional experience equivalent to a Geologist, including two years equivalent to a Geologist P11 or one year equivalent to a Geologist 12.
Additional Information
NOTE: Equivalent combinations of education and experience that provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be evaluated on an individual basis.
View the entire job specification at: https://www.michigan.gov/mdcs/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/G/GeologySpecialist.pdf
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