Geologist 9-12 Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/michigan/jobs/newprint/4732836) Apply  Geologist 9-12 Salary $24.30 - $44.52 Hourly Location To Be Determined - TBD, MI Job Type Permanent Full Time Job Number 7601-25-GRMD-004 Department Environment, Great Lakes and Energy (EGLE) Opening Date 11/18/2024 Closing Date 2/20/2025 11:59 PM Eastern Bargaining Unit SCIENTIFIC AND ENGINEERING (SEIU) + Description + Benefits + Questions Job Description ***This position is being reposted. If you previously applied, do not reapply. Your application is still being considered*** This position functions as a senior Geologist responsible for the regulation and enforcement of Parts 201, 615m 616, and 625 of the Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act, 1994 PA 451, as amended (NREPA). Duties associated with this position include the regulation of oil and gas exploration and production including underground injection for oilfield waste disposal and secondary recovery in assigned area protection and clean-up/remediation of surface waters, ground water, and soils contaminated or impacted from oil and/or gas industrial operations; serving as an oil, gas, and mineral well technical resource, for their assigned area, with industrial personnel, other government agencies, the general public, service groups, and internal staff; is assigned special assignments; handling and resolving complex and controversial problems that arise in their assigned area utilizing principles of good customer service providing detailed information relating to division programs through established reporting systems; and implementation of division programs, as assigned. This position fosters the orderly development of oil, gas, and mineral resources of the State while minimizing impacts to soil and water resources. Position Description - 12 level (https://MCSC.state.mi.us/AgencyPDFs/760125GRMD004PD12LEVEL.pdf) The location of this position will be within the Lansing, Kalamazoo, or Grand Rapids districts. This position may be required to work in Lansing for training purposes for the first year. This position includes fieldwork and requires the employee to occasionally work in inclement weather, around hazardous chemicals, and late at night. This position may encounter working conditions, including but not limited to: Outdoor and indoor spaces; Enclosed spaces; Near heavy machinery; Fumes; Loud noise; Heat; Dirt; Cold; High Humidity; Remote locations; Uneven ground; Off-road travel; Elevated workspaces; Fire hazards; Mechanical Hazards; and Chemical Hazards (inhalation, dermal exposure, etc.). Required Education and Experience Education Possession of a bachelor's degree in geology or geological, petroleum or mining engineering. Experience Geologist 9 No specific type or amount is required. Geologist 10 One year of professional experience in carrying out geological activities to protect, develop and maintain natural resources equivalent to a Geologist 9. Geologist P11 Two years of professional experience in carrying out geological activities to protect, develop and maintain natural resources equivalent to a Geologist, including one year equivalent to a Geologist 10. Geologist 12 Three years of professional experience in carrying out geological activities to protect, develop and maintain natural resources equivalent to a Geologist, including one year equivalent to Geologist P11. Alternate Education and Experience Possession of a bachelor's degree in environmental geoscience, earth science, or environmental science with 15 semester (23 quarter term) credits in the following core geology classes: physical geology, sedimentology/stratigraphy, mineralogy/petrology, structural geology and field instruction. In addition, the candidate must have 21 semester (32 quarter term) credits in elective geology coursework; and two courses each in calculus, chemistry and physics. Additional Requirements and Information View the class specification at:https://www.michigan.gov/mdcs/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/G/Geologist.pdf Accommodations If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact theADA coordinator (https://www.michigan.gov/ose/-/media/Project/Websites/ose/Contact/RACs.pdf) for the agency that posted this position vacancy. State employment also offers rewarding careers where you can help Michiganders enjoy better lives. Many State of Michigan jobs offer alternate work schedules and remote-work options that can help give the flexibility you need. The State of Michigan has been recognized as a leading U.S. employer by new graduates from 2021-2023 and a best large U.S. and state employer. Recognized on the international stage for fostering positive employee engagement, the State of Michigan is a past recipient of a North America Government Agency Employees Engagement Award. More details on benefits for our new hires are below: Rewarding Work:State of Michigan jobs allow you to serve Michiganders in many different ways depending on your interests and skills. Help preserve and protect our environment and the public health; enforce state laws and regulations; advocate for children, families, and victims of discrimination; support our state’s military and veterans; rebuild our state’s infrastructure; or support other state agencies through our fiscal, IT, and HR systems. Insurance Benefits:The State of Michigan offers health, mental health, dental, and vision insurance to eligible career employees, their spouses, and their children. The state also covers a life-insurance benefit of two times employees’ annual salary (up to $200,000). The state also offers long-term-disability insurance that can provide continuing benefits if an injury or illness prevents employees from working. More information is available at www.mi.gov/employeebenefits. Retirement Programs:The State of Michigan offers 401(k) and 457 plans for new hires to save for retirement. The state will automatically contribute an amount equal to 4% of your pay to a 401(k) account. The state will also match up to 5% of your pay if you contribute to your 401(k) account. Your contributions vest immediately, and the state’s contributions fully vest after just 4 years. More information is available athttp://www.mi.gov/orsstatedc. Vacation and Sick Leave:Eligible full-time employees receive between15 and 35 personal daysand 13 sick daysper year that may be rolled over to the following year if not used. Eligible employees also receive an additional day each year for community service or school functions. Paid Parental Leave:Eligible employees can take 12 weeks of paid leaveimmediately after a birth or adoption to allow needed time together at home with a new child. Paid Holidays:Eligible employees receive 13 or 14 paid holidays each year including New Year’s Eve and Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents’ Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, the Fourth of July, Labor Day, Election Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, Thanksgiving Friday, Christmas Eve and Day. Bonus Programs:Eligible employees with five years of service also receive annual longevity bonuses that grow as seniority increases. Some positions also may qualify for recruitment, retention, and performance bonuses or other special pay premiums. Military Pay Differential:Employees in the guard or reserves may also qualify for supplemental pay benefits if miliary pay during qualifying duty is less than normal state pay. Prior military service may also allow seniority credits to accelerate eligibility for longevity bonuses and additional personal leave accrual. Tax-Advantaged Programs:In addition to 401(k) and 457 retirement accounts, the state also offers flexible spending account (FSA), health savings account (HSA), and qualified transportation fringe benefit (QTFB) programs that can help you save money by reducing your taxable income. Student Loan Forgiveness:Working for the State of Michigan may allow you to participate in programs that forgive the balance of qualifying student loans. Information (https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation) to help determine if you could qualify is available from the U.S. Department of Education. Tuition Reduction:Some colleges and universities offer savings to eligible employees and family members to further their education while working for the State of Michigan. Professional Development: To help develop your career, programs are available to apply for reimbursement of up to $2,000 a year for education and training for college course credits and non-degree programs. Alternative and Remote Work Schedules:Depending on the nature of their duties, many state jobs offer flexible work schedules and remote or hybrid telecommuting options that can help obtain the work-life balance that you seek. Great Lakes and Great Times:Michigan boasts four Great Lakes, 11,000 inland lakes, 36,000 miles of rivers and streams, 20 million acres of forests, 100 state and national parks and recreation areas, 1,300 miles of bike trails, 6,500 miles of snowmobile trails, the second-most ski areas in the nation, 650 public golf courses, 600 campgrounds, and an international dark-sky park—just for starters. Our cities offer concerts and cultural events, storied sports teams, education hubs, vibrant downtowns, one-of-a-kind craft beverages, and renowned restaurants for every appetite. From urban centers to beach towns to the great outdoors, the opportunities are endless. With your state salary and benefits and Michigan’s affordable cost of living, you can explore all that Michigan has to offer. Updated: 2/28/24 01 GEOLGST - Do you possess one of the following? A bachelor's degree or higher in geology or geological, petroleum or mining engineering. If so, please attach a copy of your official college transcripts; OR a bachelor's degree or higher in environmental geoscience, earth science, or environmental science with at least 15 semester (23 quarter term) credits in the following core geology classes: physical geology, sedimentology/stratigraphy, mineralogy/petrology, structural geology and field instruction AND at least 21 semester (32 quarter term) credits in elective geology coursework; AND two courses each in calculus, chemistry and physics. If so, please attach a copy of your official college transcripts. + Yes + No 02 GEOLGST - Please select your level of experience. + None + One to two years of professional experience in carrying out geological activities to protect, develop and maintain natural resources equivalent to a Geologist. + Two to three years of professional experience in carrying out geological activities to protect, develop and maintain natural resources equivalent to a Geologist. + At least three years of professional experience in carrying out geological activities to protect, develop and maintain natural resources equivalent to a Geologist. 03 Select the response that best describes your computer and database knowledge + No computer experience. + Previous experience in basic computer use; including word processing, excel, email, etc. + Advanced understanding of the use of databases; including data entry, data verification, and data query and report generation. 04 Describe your level of comfort in dealing with the public one on one and in group situations. + Extremely uncomfortable. + Nervous, but I can handle it. + Very comfortable. 05 Please indicate the type of interest you have in geology. + More interest in oil/bedrock work. + More interest in glacial groundwater. + Neither area captures my interest. 06 How many years of experience do you have developing/conducting/reviewing environmental investigations related to the release of environmental contaminants? + None + Less than 1 year + 1-2 years + 3-5 years + 5 years or more 07 Please indicate which District Office(s) you would prefer to work at if given a choice? + Lansing + Kalamazoo + Grand Rapids + Any 08 Do you have work experience with Part 201 of Michigan's Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act, 1994PA 451, as amended? + Yes + No 09 If you answered "Yes" to the above question, please explain your experiences. If "No", indicate "N/A". 10 Do you have experience developing Conceptual Site Models (CSMs) at sites of environmental contamination? + Yes + No 11 If you answered "Yes" to the above question, please explain your experiences. If "No", indicate "N/A". 12 QOL - Did you attach a cover letter, resume, and official college transcripts (if applicable) to your application? (Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.) + Yes + No Required Question Employer State of Michigan Department Environment, Great Lakes and Energy (EGLE) Address 525 West Allegan Street Lansing, Michigan, 48909 Phone 517-284-5014 Website https://www.michigan.gov/egle/about/careers Apply Please verify your email addressVerify Email