New Job Geologist 3 (Pcn: 1594) In Alaska

Are you a geoscientist or geological/mining engineering professional with knowledge of mineral exploration and mining practices, mining law and Alaska's world-class locatable mineral resources? This position provides technical review and support in the Mining Section's Large Mine Projects Group. This position conducts geologic and technical engineering reviews and permitting of large hard rock mining projects statewide.

Mission and Culture
The mission of the Division of Mining, Land and Water is to provide for the appropriate use and management of Alaska’s state-owned land and water, aiming for maximum use consistent with the public interest. The Division is proud of its hard-working, problem-solving culture. The Geologist 3 position provides geoscience and mining expertise to the Division of Mining Land & Water, with particular emphasis on the permitting and oversight of Large Hardrock Mines.

Core Responsibilities
This position will involve frequently conducting technical reviews of mining operation plans and reclamation plans, including the use of chemical treatment in the mining operations, the potential for acid generation and the costs associated with conducting reclamation activities. Additionally, this position will frequently attend a variety of meetings with mining companies and other stakeholders to discuss existing and future mining and reclamation plans. This position will also conduct site inspections of exploration programs and active and reclaimed mine sites for compliance with the submitted plans and State regulatory standards.

Benefits of Joining Our Team
This position is housed within the Mining Section, which has an extremely supportive, positive, family-like atmosphere. The successful applicant will have training and travel opportunities as well as opportunities for advancement within the Division and will work extensively with the public and other agencies to support the responsible development of Alaska’s natural resources.

The Working Environment You Can Expect
This position is located at the DNR Northern Region Office, which has a charming, wooded campus with great nearby amenities like trails, wetlands and coffee shops. There is a good balance of office to field work. The statewide scope of the overall permitting program means remote field travel can be expected to be conducted in all regions of the state. Past inspection and stewardship trips have been as far-reaching as the Western Arctic / Seward Peninsula, the Aleutians, Southeast Alaska, and areas reached from the Denali and Taylor Highways. Field travel will include flights in small, fixed-wing aircraft, helicopters, boat, and ATV. Inspections will include making entry into active mining and exploration sites with heavy equipment in operation. The Division will provide Mine Safety and Health training to the successful incumbent.

This is a challenging and engaging job, with a diverse workload. The Large Mine Permitting Team staff work with a wide variety of stakeholders and the incumbent must be able to foster and maintain working relationships with local, state, and federal agency staff that we interact with routinely. Staff also interact frequently with the public during the permit adjudication process and the incumbent must be able to present complex and controversial information in a variety of venues.

Who We Are Looking For
This position provides professional expertise in the review, permitting, and compliance oversight of Large Hardrock Mines. The desired incumbent would possess:

• Knowledge of mineral exploration and mining operations, mineral processing techniques, mine reclamation, land use principles and applicable state and federal statutes/regulations.
• Knowledge of research techniques and writing protocols, project management, and public review processes.
• ESRI /ArcGIS Pro and field data collection skills, including experience using GIS to create digital geologic and/or mine site maps.
• Ability to interpret statutes, regulations, and policies to issue a variety of permits.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing, including making presentations.

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.
AND
Two years of entry professional level 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 1 with the State of Alaska or the equivalent with another employer.
OR
One year of journey professional level 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 2 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.

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.

Additional Required Information

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
• Resume with complete job history, including names and current telephone numbers of previous employer
• College transcripts

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

• Proof of valid Alaska driver’s license
• Three professional references

SPECIAL NOTICES

• This position requires the ability to walk over uneven, steep, rocky, and heavily vegetated terrain in variable weather conditions as required. Must be comfortable traveling in small fixed and rotary-winged aircraft and boats.
• This position will require frequent travel, typically one to seven days.

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 “How to Apply" page. Your application must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. Alaska Standard Time on the closing date.

Cover Letter
A cover letter is required for this position. The cover letter should highlight your experience as it pertains to the knowledge, skills, abilities (KSAs), and competencies identified above in the job description section of this posting. 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’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 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’s License Requirement
Applicants must possess a valid driver's license. Proof of licensure will be required prior to reporting to duty.

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

Workplace Alaska Application Questions & Assistance
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For specific information about this position, please get in touch with the hiring manager at the following:

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)

• 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

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