Licensed Professional Geologist

Full Job Description

Are you a passionate and detail-oriented Licensed Professional Geologist looking to join a dynamic team in the environmental services sector?

If this sounds like you, the New Stanton Mining Office is eager to connect with you!

We are seeking individuals who are not only skilled in their field but also excited about contributing to impactful projects that promote sustainability and environmental stewardship.

Your expertise will play a crucial role in our mission to address complex geological challenges while ensuring compliance with environmental regulations.

Join us in making a difference and advancing your career in a supportive and innovative environment.

Requirements

The primary role of this position involves overseeing the evaluation of both coal and non-coal surface mining permit applications, as well as National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit applications. This entails conducting an independent assessment of the data submitted in the applications, which includes a comprehensive office review and an extensive field survey in collaboration with the staff engineer, mine inspector, and explosive inspector. The position requires effective communication and coordination with various stakeholders, including the applicant, consultants, and state and federal agencies such as the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission, Pennsylvania Game Commission, Pennsylvania Historic and Museum Commission, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, and the U.S. Department of Surface Mining, to address and resolve any concerns that may arise during the permitting process.

A critical aspect of the role is to forecast the potential impacts of the proposed mining operations on water resources by conducting a detailed analysis of the site's geological and hydrological characteristics, as well as the mining plan itself. This involves collaborating with the applicant to identify strategies that minimize adverse effects, which may necessitate the application of advanced geological principles and cutting-edge mining techniques to address hydrologic and conservation challenges effectively.

The position also requires making informed technical decisions that lead to final recommendations regarding permit applications. This process involves interpreting and validating the application data related to the site's stratigraphy, structural features, geochemistry, and hydrology. Key stratigraphic data includes drill logs detailing the overburden to be impacted, as well as cross-sections and fence diagrams, while structural data encompasses orthographic projections and structure contour maps.

In addition, the evaluation of overburden geochemistry for coal surface mine applications is essential, which includes performing acid/base accounting to assess the chemistry of the overburden. Utilizing geochemical and mineralogical tools is crucial for determining the quality of the overburden, particularly in identifying minerals and rock types that may either contribute to acid formation or possess acid-neutralizing properties.

Lastly, the assessment of hydrologic data is vital for understanding the characteristics of the site’s surface and groundwater. This includes identifying the types and locations of aquifers, as well as determining the direction of regional groundwater flow, which is essential for ensuring that the mining operations do not adversely affect local water resources.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.

Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to 3 days per week.

In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania.

If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in New Stanton. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time.

Additional details may be provided during the interview.

• Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of
  $69,203.00 (before taxes).
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
  

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

Special Requirements:

• This position requires possession of an active Pennsylvania non-commercial Class C driver's license or equivalent.
• This position requires possession of an active license as a professional geologist issued by the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists.

Other Requirements:

• PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

How to Apply:

Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position.

Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).

If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.

Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce.

The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania.

The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law.

All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

Additional Information

• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
• Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
• You must provide complete and accurate information or:
  • your score may be lower than deserved.
  • you may be disqualified.
• You may only apply/test once for this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.