GEOLOGIST III, ENVIRONMENTAL PROGRAMS

State of Maryland; Maryland; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Maryland is recruiting for two Geologist III positions in the Water and Science Administration, Source Protection and Water Appropriation Division, Baltimore. The role protects Maryland's water resources, implements testing criteria, reviews results, and prepares permits.

Field work includes groundwater investigations for public drinking water systems to assess vulnerability to contamination. Ideal candidates have a geology-related degree and several years of professional geological

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Environmental Geology or related earth science.
• Three years of experience performing professional geological work.
• Candidates may substitute Master’s degree in Geology, Environmental Geology or related earth science for the required education and one year of the required experience.

Responsibilities

• Protect and promote the wise use of the State’s water resources by implementing groundwater and surface water testing criteria and overseeing testing.
• Review and analyze test results; evaluate potential impacts of proposed water use on resources and other users; prepare findings reports.
• Prepare water appropriation and use permits.
• Conduct geologic investigations of groundwater sources used by public drinking water systems to assess vulnerability to contamination.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Environmental Geology or related earth science

Job description

MDE is committed to a mission of protecting and restoring the environment for the health and well-being of all Marylanders, with a vision of healthy, vibrant, and sustainable communities and ecosystems throughout the state.

GRADE

STD0017

LOCATION OF POSITION

Water and Science Administration

Source Protection and Water Appropriation Division

1800 Washington Blvd.

Baltimore, MD 21230

Main Purpose of Job

MDE is recruiting for two Geologist III positions. The Geologist III is responsible for protecting and promoting the wise use of the State’s water resources. The incumbent implements water appropriation and use laws and regulations by establishing groundwater and surface water testing criteria and overseeing the testing process. Responsibilities also include reviewing and analyzing test results, evaluating the potential impacts of proposed water use on the resource and other users, and preparing reports summarizing the findings. The incumbent also prepares water appropriation and use permits. Additionally, the incumbent conducts geologic investigations of groundwater sources used by public drinking water systems. These investigations assess the vulnerability of groundwater sources to contamination and help water suppliers protect their water supplies.

This Position May Involve The Following Working Conditions

• Exposure to uncomfortable or unpleasant surroundings.
• The employee is required to travel to field locations for data collection, well inspections, and the supervision of hydrogeological testing.
• Exposure to hazardous conditions which may result in injury.
• Exposure in field locations can include slippery, chemical exposure, electrical exposure.
• Protective equipment—such as safety glasses, gloves, mask during site visits when required.

The incumbents may be required to drive a State vehicle. If you hold an out-of-state driver's license, you must provide a certified copy of your driving record from the issuing state’s Motor Vehicle Administration at the time of hire. All individuals must maintain a driver's license with no more than 5 points on their driving record to operate a State vehicle.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Geology, Environmental Geology or a related earth science.

Experience: Three years of experience performing professional geological work.

Notes

• Candidates may substitute the possession of a Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in Geology, Environmental Geology or a related earth science for the required education and one year of the required experience.
• Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience at a rank of Corporal/Petty Officer or higher as a commissioned officer in physical science classification or physical science specialty codes in the geology field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required education.

Desired Or Preferred Qualifications

It is preferred that the selected candidate has the following:

• Familiarity with Safe Drinking Water Act requirements for public water systems.
• Familiarity with the Geology of Maryland.
• Experience in water resource evaluation and/or preparing or reviewing geological investigation reports.

LIMITATIONS ON SELECTION

• This recruitment is limited to current State of Maryland employees only.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the State of Maryland.
• Depending on the assigned essential functions of the work, employees in this classification may be required to successfully complete and maintain certification as specified in the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration Regulations (Standards-29 CFR) 1910.120 Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response. Information about these regulations is available in the Human Resources Office of the Maryland Department of the Environment or may be obtained at the federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration Website.

Special Requirements

• Employees in this classification may be required to walk over rough or unstable terrain or over long distances while wearing personal protection equipment such as respiratory protection equipment.
• Employees in this classification may be subject to ongoing medical testing in accordance with the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration Regulations (Standards - 29 CFR) 1910.120 Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response.
• Employees in this classification may be subject to call-in on a twenty-four hour basis and, therefore, will be required to provide the employing agency with a telephone number where they can be reached.

SELECTION PROCESS

Application must be completed. Do not leave the work experience section blank. Do not cut and paste resume or answer see resume. All supplemental questions must be answered thoroughly. Incomplete or one-word answers, such as "yes, " will result in no credit for those responses.

You must be legally authorized under the United States Immigration Reform and Control Act to be hired in the position for which you apply.

Benefits

• Flexible work schedules and telework opportunities for many positions
• Free mass transit in Baltimore & Annapolis
• Generous paid leave that increases with years of service
• Paid holidays
• Health coverage with low out-of-pocket costs
• Employee & employer contributory pension plan

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country. People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining, and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity. MDE is dedicated to creating a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We strive to cultivate an inclusive environment where differences are celebrated.