Geophysics Field Specialist — Environmental Protection

Other; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Florida Department of Environmental Protection is seeking an Operations Environmental Specialist II to perform geophysical surveys and geologic field investigations in Tallahassee, including GPR, resistivity, seismic surveys, and borehole descriptions.

You will collect and interpret geophysical data, enter information into databases, and produce geologic maps and reports to support environmental protection projects.

Qualifications

• At least four years of verifiable related experience in geology or geophysics, or equivalent post-secondary degree.
• Knowledge of geophysical data collection methods and field techniques.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products, scientific calculators, and GIS software.
• Ability to conduct frequent field work in tough conditions and carry equipment.
• Skilled in analyzing geologic problems and applying the scientific method.

Responsibilities

• Conduct geophysical surveys and geologic field investigations in Tallahassee, including ground-penetrating radar, electrical resistivity tomography, seismic surveys, and borehole descriptions.
• Collect and interpret geophysical data; enter geologic information into databases and produce geologic maps and reports to support environmental protection projects.

Skills

Geology

Geophysics

GIS software knowledge

MS Office proficiency

Data collection methods

Field techniques

Data analysis

Tools

GIS software

Job description

The Florida Department of Environmental Protection is seeking an Operations Environmental Specialist II to perform geophysical surveys and geologic field investigations in Tallahassee, including GPR, resistivity, seismic surveys, and borehole descriptions.

You will collect and interpret geophysical data, enter information into databases, and produce geologic maps and reports to support environmental protection projects.