Engineering Geologist (Limited Duration) (Rotational Opportunity - State Employees Only)

State of Oregon; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 74,961 - 116,220; Full time

Job summary

State of Oregon's Oregon Department of Transportation is seeking an Engineering Geologist for a limited duration, on-site in Roseburg. You will monitor geologic hazards impacting roadway safety and work with a team to keep Oregon's transportation systems safe and reliable.

This rotational opportunity may be open to current state employees. A valid Certified Engineering Geologist license is required, plus driving privileges. First screening is 8 a.m. Aug 17, 2026; apply soon.

Qualifications

• Certified Engineering Geologist (CEG) license required in Oregon.
• If registered in another state, must obtain Oregon license within one year of hire.
• Valid U.S. driver license with acceptable driving record.
• Experience in evaluating geologic hazards and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, directing, scheduling and creating designs for major projects.
• Write, review and seal comprehensive final engineering geology reports.
• Develop plans, specifications and estimates for transportation projects.
• Partner with the geotechnical engineer to develop an exploration program.
• Develop, oversee, report on geologic investigations and hazards for projects.
• Develop project schedules, scopes of work, budgets and contracts.
• Respond to emergency geologic hazards and investigations.
• Field work at least 50% of the time with travel and occasional overnight stays.

Education

Certified Engineering Geologist (CEG) license

Job description

Position Title Engineering Geologist (Limited Duration) (Rotational Opportunity - State Employees Only)

Initial Posting Date 07/31/2026

Application Deadline 08/17/2026

Agency Department of Transportation

Salary Range $6,717 - $10,414

Position Type Employee

Position Title Engineering Geologist (Limited Duration) (Rotational Opportunity - State Employees Only)

Job Description Professional Geologist 1 – Engineering Geologist

Oregon Department of Transportation

Delivery & Operations Division – Engineering & Technical Services Branch

Geotechnical Engineering, Engineering Geology & HazMat Section / Mountain Project Delivery Unit

Roseburg

The Role

In this on-site role, you will play an essential role in monitoring the geologic hazards that impact roadway safety. You will also become part of a team of professionals dedicated to keeping our roadway systems operational and safe for the traveling public.

In this position, you will work in person on transportation projects throughout the Klamath mountain geologic province, western cascades and the Oregon coast range. With a vital transportation corridor (U.S.101), a major north-south connector (Interstate5), separating the region, ancient landforms and heavy rainfall, there’s no shortage of exciting geology work in this position!

We provide a safe and reliable multimodal transportation system that connects people and helps Oregon's communities and economy thrive. We encourage people from all backgrounds and abilities to apply for our positions.

This is a limited duration appointment that is expected to end on or before September 30, 2027. Limited duration appointments are benefits eligible and have a designated maximum length of service. The limited duration appointment has the potential to become permanent.

We may also fill this position as a rotational assignment open to current State of Oregon employees. Rotation candidates are required to meet the position’s minimum qualifications. Rotational assignments do not have the potential to become permanent without a separate competitive recruitment process. You must have your manager's approval before applying for this assignment.

Our first application screening is scheduled for 8 a.m. on Monday, August 17, 2026. We encourage interested applicants not to delay in applying.

A Day In The Life

• Assist in planning, directing, scheduling and creating designs for major projects.
• Write, review and professionally seal comprehensive final engineering geology reports.
• Develop plans, specifications and estimates for transportation projects involving bridges, high seismic risk zones, landslide stabilization, rock fall, embankments, cut slopes and material source development.
• Partner with the geotechnical engineer to develop an appropriate subsurface exploration program.
• Develop, oversee, interpret and report on geologic investigations and hazards for transportation projects.
• Develop project schedules, scopes of work, budgets, and contract documents for exploration, remediation and hazardous material disposal services.
• Act as a representative on large, multidisciplinary project delivery teams for complex projects.
• Respond to emergency geologic hazards and help with investigations, analysis, modelling and quarry management.
• Provide recommendations for unstable rock cuts and steep slopes and implement strategies.
• Evaluate geologic data with computer models to determine the depth and rate of landslide movement.
• Work is performed at least 50% of the time in the field with frequent travel required – overnight travel and lodging will be required at times, occasionally for extended periods.
• Geologic hazard emergency response may require overtime, weekend and evening work with little or no advance notification.
• Duties involve exposure to traffic and construction hazards and working in all weather conditions and remote locations.
• Lift and carry weight up to 40 pounds on uneven ground when working at drilling operations and when sampling material sources.
• To request a copy of the position description, which includes all duties and working conditions, please email [e-mail].

What’s In It For You

• Work/life balance, 11 paid holidays a year, flexible work schedules, paid leave and so much more. Learn more about working at the Oregon Department of Transportation and the benefits we offer.
• Comprehensive and equitable base salary offer within the listed range. Through an equal pay assessment, we will determine the salary offer using the information you provide in your submitted application materials. Please ensure your application materials are detailed, accurate and reflect your skills, experience (paid and unpaid) and education as they relate to the position when applying.
• The salary range listed is the non-PERS monthly salary range. If you are already a participating PERS member or once you become PERS eligible, the salary range will increase by 6%.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness opportunity!

Minimum Qualifications

A Certified Engineering Geologist (CEG) license from the Oregon State Board of Geologist Examiners.

Note: If registered in another state the successful applicant will be required to obtain professional registration in Oregon within one year of hire. It is the applicant’s responsibility to contact the Oregon State Board of Geologist Examiners for information to become licensed in Oregon.

Special Qualifications

Driving is an essential function of this position. You must have a valid U.S. driver license and an acceptable driving record. We will conduct pre-employment driving records checks on our final candidate(s). Your license does not have to be issued in Oregon to be considered.

What We’d Like To See

• Experience communicating with a variety of people verbally and in writing.
• Experience evaluating and compiling data and writing reports.
• Experience in landslide mitigation.
• Experience performing transportation related geology work.

Additional Information

• Rotation Details: Applies only to rotation candidates (current State of Oregon employees applying for this as a rotational assignment).
• This opportunity is scheduled to last until September 30, 2027, but could change based on business needs.
• Rotational candidates must meet the position's minimum qualifications to be considered. The successful candidate may be eligible for work out of class compensation within this classification's salary range.
• You must have your manager's approval before applying for this opportunity. You may submit their written approval with your application materials or, if selected for interview, bring it to your interview.
• You must be a current permanent State of Oregon employee in good standing (temporary and limited duration employees are not eligible) to apply.
• The successful candidate will remain eligible for cost-of-living increases and regular salary adjustments, as applicable, and will remain in their permanent classification, salary range and representation.
• Relocation will not be paid. Employee will return to their permanent position upon completion of this assignment. However, the assignment can be terminated at any time without prejudice by the sending manager, receiving manager and/or employee.
• This recruitment will remain open until filled. Our first application screening is scheduled for 8 a.m. on Monday, August 17, 2026, but we may close the announcement at any time after this date when we have received an adequate number of applications. We cannot guarantee that we will consider applications received after this screening date. We encourage interested applicants not to delay in applying.
• We do not offer visa sponsorship. If you are hired, you will be required to fill out the US Department of Homeland Security’s I-9 form confirming you are able to work in the US. We are not an E-Verify participating employer, and we are unable to proceed if E-Verify participation is required (e.g., STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT) Extension).
• The State of Oregon does not request or require your age, date of birth, attendance or graduation dates from an education institution during the application process.
• We may use this recruitment to fill multiple or future vacancies.
• We will conduct name-based criminal background checks on final candidates, not including current ODOT employees. All applicants may be subject to additional pre-employment check(s) such as driver license, LEDS (Law Enforcement Data System), and/or education verification as required for the position.
• You will be represented by the Association of Engineering Employees of Oregon (AEE).

ODOT is an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation or any other class protected by state or federal laws in admission or access to our programs, services, activities, hiring and employment practices. Applicants with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation during the application process. For questions, concerns or complaints regarding EEO/AA/ADA contact 1-877-336-6368 (1-877-EEO-ODOT). This information can be made available in an alternative format by contacting ODOT Recruitment at 503-986-3700. Oregon Relay Service can be reached by calling 7-1-1.

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