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9961
GEOLOGIST 1
Nature of Work
Under general supervision, performs professional work at the
entry level providing a variety of basic geologic services
concerned with the composition and physical and biological
structure of the earth. Facilitates review activities in the
areas of archeology, mining, construction, and/or environmental
preservation or impact. May require frequent travel and field
work. Performs related work as required.
Distinguishing Characteristics
This is the entry level in the Geologist series. The
geologic services performed are basic and of limited complexity.
There is little or no latitude to vary methods or procedures.
Work is frequently of a basic and recurring nature.
Examples of Work
Installs and monitors various equipment to obtain data on
subsurface conditions.
Collects, analyzes and catalogs geologic samples.
Studies the location, character and quantity of geologic
deposits.
Updates geologic maps and combines historical survey reports
from various sources into summaries/composites.
Maps water flow, disposition or sediment, and ground
absorption for environmental review of the effect of
pollution events and/or stability of proposed projects.
Assists in reviewing contamination assessment reports and
proposals, remediation specifications, remedial action
plans, closure plans and permit applications for appropriate
environmental integrity.
Participates in resistivity and seismic surveys.
Compiles statistical data on the production and value of the
State's geologic resources.
Collects, verifies, loads and manipulates geologic data for
survey monitoring and mapping.
Interprets survey results and prepares findings reports.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of the fundamental principles of geologic science.
Knowledge of geological methods of collection, analysis and
documentation of field data.
Skill in the use of survey tools and equipment.
Skill in the preparation of geologic maps.
Skill in the reading and interpreting of topographic maps.
Ability to learn data input and manipulation procedures using
computer software packages.
Ability to identify and classify rocks, minerals, fluids,
soils and geologic information.
Ability to learn acceptable methods, procedures, and
approaches to making a complete and satisfactory geologic
investigation.
Ability to assemble data to prepare technical reports.
Ability to maintain records and document findings regarding
investigations.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working
relationships with co-workers, government officials,
industrial representatives and the public.
Ability to communicate with others both orally and in writing.
Ability to walk long distances in adverse weather over rugged
terrain.
Ability to lift and carry equipment for considerable
distances.
Minimum Training and Experience Requirements
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Training:
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or
university with a major in Geology.
Experience:
None.
Select Certification-Areas of Assignment: Applicant must have
completed six (6) semester hours or have one (1) year of
professional geologic experience in the area of
specialization to be eligible.
Select certification may be requested in the following six (6)
areas of specialization: (1) Coal Geology; (2)
Environmental Geology; (3) Hydrology, Water Resources
Geology, Hydrogeology/Groundwater Geology; (4) Petroleum
Geology; (5) Land Reclamation and Soil Geology; (6)
Structural Geology.
Established: 8/20/92
Revised: 9/16/93
Effective:
10/16/93