Associate Geologist - 5020436

State of Missouri; Rolla (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Sick leave

Health insurance

Professional development

Job summary

Missouri Geological Survey in Rolla, MO is seeking a qualified candidate to oversee well installation regulations and participate in field investigations for groundwater stewardship. This role supports regulatory compliance and public safety while collaborating with a diverse team.

The position emphasizes data collection, geologic analysis, and maintaining expertise in Missouri geology and drilling operations, with regular engagement with stakeholders to achieve program goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in geology or closely related field.
• Experience in geology, hydrology, and well installation preferred.
• Lean Six Sigma training/certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review well construction and plugging records for compliance.
• Perform field investigations related to well installation and groundwater stewardship.
• Collect well construction information and geologic data using field instruments.
• Communicate regularly with managers and team members.
• Build and maintain expertise in Missouri geology and well drilling operations.
• Partner with stakeholders including public, industry, and government agencies to accomplish goals.

Skills

Project Management

Customer Service

Team Oriented

Oral and Written Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in geology with 30 semester hours in geology

Job description

We respect and embrace the experiences, knowledge and contributions of our team members. We strive for a culture of belonging and balance by upholding our values: Stewardship, Integrity, Collaboration, Respect and Innovation. We are passionate about Missouri, our role to preserve, protect and enhance our environment and we are committed to serving its citizens. We believe our mission and vision serves a greater purpose and will be felt for generations to come.

Please note: The salary range listed in this job description is a base salary. Applicants eligible for years-of-service adjustments or shift differentials may exceed salary range listed above.

This position will be located at the Missouri Geological Survey, 111 Fairgrounds Rd., Rolla, MO 65401. Regular work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, with intermittent field work and occasional overnight travel.

The Well Installation Section oversees Missouri’s well installation requirements and permitting. Our mission is to build trust and maintain strong relationships with both Missouri’s well owners and all applicable industries. Our goal of protecting Missouri’s groundwater is accomplished by applying sound geologic science and prudent well construction practices.

• Implement the Water Well Drillers’ Act (Chapter 256.600 to 256.640, RSMo) and the Well Installation Regulations (10 CSR 23).
• Review well construction and plugging records for compliance.
• Perform field investigations related to well installation activities and groundwater stewardship.
• Collect well construction information and geologic data using a variety of field instruments and techniques.
• Communicate regularly and effectively with managers and team members.
• Build and maintain expertise in Missouri geology and well drilling operations.
• Partner and communicate regularly with stakeholders including public, industry, and government agencies to accomplish goals.

To be successful in this position, a candidate will need the following skills

• Project Management: Balancing workload, time and energy to prioritize work products.
• Customer Service: Anticipates and meets the needs of both internal and external customers. Delivers high quality products and services; is committed to continuous improvement.
• Team Oriented: Willingness to engage and contribute to the culture and success of our team.
• Oral and Written Communication: Expresses information to individuals or groups effectively, consider the
• audience and nature of the information; makes clear and convincing oral and written presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately.

Equivalent To Those Typically Gained By

• Bachelor's degree in geology or closely related field and a minimum of 30 semester
• hours or 45 quarter hours of credit in geology.

AND

• Experience in geology, hydrology, and well installation is preferred.
• Training, certification, and/or education in continuous process improvement programs such as Lean Six Sigma is preferred.

Lack of post-secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant.

Benefits & Work-life Balance

Our benefits package and flexible 40-hour work week promotes the mental and physical health of you and your family as you work towards achieving your professional goals. Benefits include paid vacation and sick leave, paid life insurance, medical, dental, vision and prescription insurance. Learn more here.

How We Invest In You

• Exceptional professional development: mentoring from experienced professionals, cross-media training, career advancement opportunities, paid trainings and continuing education tuition assistance.
• Support for professional registrations when required, through paid study materials, fees, study time, test time, exam fees and licensure renewal fees.