Geologist 9-P11 - Source Water Unit - Limited Term

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Geologist 9-P11 - Source Water Unit - Limited Term

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Salary:  $24.30 - $40.95 Hourly

Location:  To Be Determined - TBD, MI

Job Type:  Limited Term (position has expiration date)

Department:  Environment, Great Lakes and Energy (EGLE)

Opening Date:  06/11/2025

Closing Date:  6/25/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Description

This position serves as the geologic and hydrogeologic information source to the Drinking Water and Environmental Health Division (DWEHD). The division administers drinking water and environmental health programs that require interpretation and analysis of geologic and hydrogeologic conditions throughout the state. With guidance from senior staff and management the employee in this position critiques aquifer characterizations, geologic site characterizations, and hydrogeologic assessments. This includes reviewing prepared reports, analyzing raw data, as well assembling and interpreting data from disparate sources to render professional, defensible conclusions. The analyses frequently include the use of groundwater models and hydraulic testing software as well as geographic information system (GIS) tools. In addition, this position supports all aspects of program administration including; participation on agency and interagency teams; and assist senior staff in the preparation and presentation of training materials and in presentations at conferences. This position frequently coordinates across divisions in support of the water withdrawal program and other programs.

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**This position is being filled as a limited term assignment (up to two years) with the potential to become permanent, but there is no guarantee.**

The work location of this position will be either the Lansing, Bay City, Cadillac, Kalamazoo, Grand Rapids, Jackson, Warren, Marquette, or Gaylord District Office, based on the selected candidate.  The selected candidate may be eligible for a hybrid work schedule (combination of remote and in-person) or a fully remote work schedule (with occasional travel to the official work location).  Employees approved for schedules that include remote work must complete that work within Michigan. Relocation expenses are not reimbursed. When working remote, employees must use a designated workspace that is safe and professionally appropriate, allows for privacy, minimizes distractions, and includes secure internet access. Details regarding work location and schedule options for this position may be discussed during the interview process.
 

Required Education and Experience

Education
Possession of a bachelor's degree in geology or geological, petroleum or mining engineering.

Experience

Geologist 9
No specific type or amount is required.

Geologist 10
One year of professional experience in carrying out geological activities to protect, develop and maintain natural resources equivalent to a Geologist 9.

Geologist P11
Two years of professional experience in carrying out geological activities to protect, develop and maintain natural resources equivalent to a Geologist, including one year equivalent to a Geologist 10.

Alternate Education and Experience

Possession of a bachelor's degree in environmental geoscience, earth science, or environmental science with 15 semester (23 quarter term) credits in the following core geology classes: physical geology, sedimentology/stratigraphy, mineralogy/petrology, structural geology and field instruction. In addition, the candidate must have 21 semester (32 quarter term) credits in elective geology coursework; and two courses each in calculus, chemistry and physics. 

Additional Requirements and Information

ABOUT EGLE:
The Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy's (EGLE) mission is to protect Michigan's environment and public health by managing air, water, land, and energy resources.

At EGLE, we are passionate about protecting human health and Michigan’s land, water, and energy resources.  We are equally passionate about creating a positive, professional, and supportive work environment where we value our differences and are committed to being open and respectful of all our employees and the public we serve.  Our unique backgrounds and experiences make us better equipped to equitably deliver impactful environmental outcomes in the interest of all of Michigan’s residents.

Please attach a cover letter, resume and your official college transcripts (if applicable) to your application.  Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.  For our purposes, "Official Transcripts" must contain the college/university name and address, the degree conferred and date granted, coursework completed (especially if no degree granted), and the Registrar's signature and/or seal.

Information provided in your application, resume, cover letter, transcripts, and any other documentation provided will be used to verify responses to the supplemental questions. Unsupported responses may not be considered further.

Your application for any position does not guarantee that you will be contacted by the Department/Agency for further consideration.  Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results.

View the class specification at: https://www.michigan.gov/mdcs/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/G/Geologist.pdf (Download PDF reader)

Accommodations
If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact the ADA coordinator (Download PDF reader) for the agency that posted this position vacancy.

Employer:  State of Michigan

Department:  Environment, Great Lakes and Energy (EGLE)

Address: 525 West Allegan Street
Lansing, Michigan, 48909

Phone:  517-284-5014
 

Website:  https://www.michigan.gov/egle/about/careers