Geologist Supervisor

Georgia Department of Transportation; Forest Park (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgia Department of Transportation is seeking a Geologist with supervisory responsibilities to guide field and lab work related to earth science investigations in Georgia. You will supervise staff, advise on road construction and land-use aspects, and prepare reports and specifications for projects.

The role requires knowledge of soils, rock types, and engineering geology, with experience in reading plans and applying analytical methods to solve problems.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in geology or related field with 5 years of related experience, or 1 year at Geologist 3.
• Knowledge of soils, foundations and earth sciences.
• Experience reading/specs, plans and construction/ testing manuals.
• Experience composing engineering/geology reports and correspondence.
• 3 years supervisory experience in geological environment.
• Knowledge of computer applications for engineering-analysis programs.
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations and apply analytical methods.
• Commitment to quality customer service.

Responsibilities

• Lead, supervise and plan work of assigned staff.
• Advise on road construction, foundation design and land use.
• Operate and maintain field/lab testing equipment; prepare samples.
• Review environmental reports for compliance.
• Inspect projects to analyze problems and apply geological knowledge.
• Prepare related reports and documentation.
• Evaluate site investigations and remediation designs.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Soil and earth sciences

Engineering-analysis software

Analytical problem solving

Mathematical calculations

Reading and interpreting specs

Technical report writing

Customer service

Education

Associates degree in geology

5 years related experience OR 1 year at Geologist 3

Tools

Engineering-analysis software

Job description

STATE PROFILE SUMMARY:

May supervise, guide and instruct the work assignments of staff or serve as lead/subject matter expert (SME). Studies the composition, structure and other physical aspects of the earth. Examine minerals, underground water, waste disposal, land reclamation or other environmental problems to determine physical and chemical properties to ensure quality standards. Conducts field and lab studies to determine geological properties of assigned location.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs job responsibilities with minimal supervision
• Serves as job expert or organization resource in assigned areas
• Advise construction firms and government agencies on road construction, foundation design and land use and resource management.
• Assembles, operates, and maintains field and laboratory testing, measuring and mechanical equipment; collects and prepares and fluid samples for analysis.
• Conducts detailed studies of bridge foundations, soil surveys, and retaining walls; prepares related reports.
• Evaluate site investigations and remediations system design for petroleum releases from storages tanks and pipeline facilities.
• Inspect construction projects to analyze problems, apply geological knowledge and use testing equipment and drilling machinery
• Review environmental reports to ensure adherence to state and federal laws and rules
• Supervises and plans work of assigned staff

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

The selected candidate must meet the advertised minimum qualifications to include State Entry Qualifications as well as Agency Specific Qualifications.

STATE ENTRY QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associates degree in geology, geologic sciences or a related field from an accredited college or university and five (5) years of job-related experience or
• One (1) year of experience required at the lower-level Geologist 3 (LSP052) or position equivalent.

AGENCY SPECIFIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Knowledge of soils, foundations and earth sciences.
• Knowledge of rock and soil types, properties, geological maps and literature relevant to the State of Georgia.
• Experience reading and interpreting specifications, plans, contract documents, construction and testing manuals, and other resources.
• Experience composing and preparing specifications, technical reports and general correspondence
• Three (3) years of Supervisory experience comparable to a Group Leader, Section or Unit Head in a geological related environment
• Knowledge of computer applications necessary to operate engineering-analysis programs.
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations related to production and placement of materials, including percentages and formulas
• Ability to solve analytical problems by choosing appropriately from a variety of mathematical techniques.
• Committed to providing quality customer service

AGENCY PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Possession of a Geologist in Training or Professional Geologist license.
• Experience preparing engineering and geological reports.
• Experience previewing consultant proposals and reports.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR ALL GDOT JOBS

The interview is just one part of the overall selection process and is not the only criteria used to make the final selection. In addition to the interview, the final selection is based on the applicant’s work history and performance (documented in HR and/or Office files), PeopleSoft/employee status (i.e. rehire code), employee performance reviews, personnel file review (HR & Office Files), criminal background check, employment reference checks (including references and commendations from Managers and other relevant documentation) and, for supervisory positions, demonstrated leadership skills based on past and current work history will be considered.

GOOD EMPLOYMENT STANDING:

In accordance with the Interview and Selection Process (ISP), an applicant must have no active disciplinary actions to be in good employment standing. Actions that may disqualify an applicant include letters of reprimand (active for 12 months after issuance date); suspension without pay or disciplinary demotion (active for 12 months from the effective date); Performance Improvement Plans (PIP) and Leave Restriction Plans (active until 12 months after the date of conclusion). In addition, an employee must have an overall e-Performance rating score of three (3) or higher on their most current evaluation. Please note that Memorandums of Concern are not considered disqualifying factors. Human Resources may remove any employee from consideration for selection who is pending a disciplinary action; however, if the action is resolved in the employee’s favor, he or she will be allowed to compete.

THIS IS AN INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL JOB ANNOUCEMENT

THIS IS AN UNCLASSIFIED POSITION.

THE SELECTED APPLICANT FOR THE POSITION WILL BE SUBJECT TO A REFERENCE CHECK AND CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK, WHERE APPLICABLE

UPON PROMOTION, THE SELECTED CANDIDATE WILL RECEIVE 10% or THE GDOT JOB SPECIFIC MINIMUM SALARY, WHICHEVER IS GREATER.