ENGINEERING GEOLOGIST

Under the close supervision of the Recovery Manager, the Engineering Geologist (EG) performs difficult professional geological work, and acts with significant independence to assist eligible applicants with more complex projects when they are applying for federal and state disaster assistance funding. The EG evaluates geologic work plans, recommends geologic investigative techniques; oversees or conducts field activities; and reviews and analyzes geologic reports. May act in a lead capacity or as a part of a team to oversee debris removal or other disaster recovery projects, ensuring the site assessments are completed for debris removal. Trains staff to analyze soil samples from properties damaged by fire and to ensure the samples are documented correctly; develops a list of properties that have completed debris removal and have approved soil samplings; plans and schedules contractors to conduct site assessments; develops a list of properties that are ready for erosion control measures; and produces finalized lists of properties ready for sign-off and submission to county/city for redevelopment. Daily tasks may involve testing, assessing, analyzing, and documenting issues such as landslides, groundwater problems, and seismic safety issues.

The EG makes detailed analyses of proposed projects, analyzes, and prepares descriptions of property, prepares specialized technical studies, performs difficult research work, prepares comprehensive reports, and makes recommendations on engineering geologic problems. Monitors developments within a technical area to identify issues that may affect the eligibility or processing of applications for federal and state disaster assistance funding. Applies program directives in accordance with the Robert T. Stafford Act, the California Disaster Assistance Act (CDAA), and other regulations pertaining to damage caused by floods, earthquakes, fire, wind, civil unrest, etc., for public facilities including buildings, roads, bridges, levees, sewers, other utilities, etc. In a geo-technical setting, the incumbent performs engineering geologic duties related to project planning or site-specific design, construction, and maintenance of critical structures, lifelines, etc.

This position requires knowledge and experience in disaster program laws, regulations, policies, and damage assessment. The incumbent must be able to prepare detailed plans and specifications, perform technical research, develop detailed analyses, and analyze situations to make a recommendation. Must possess the knowledge and ability to analyze complex situations accurately, reason logically, implement policy and regulations, and effectively communicate with the Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) staff and management, public agency representatives, and federal staff for proper action. As the EG progresses through alternate ranges, the level of difficulty, responsibility, and supervision received increases.

JFO – Pasadena - This position is Headquartered and reports to the Joint Field office located in Pasadena, CA.

DMV Pull Program - Participation in the DMV Pull Program is required. The position(s) require(s) a valid Driver’s License (DL). You must answer the questions addressing your DL on your application. Ensure you provide your DL number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions.

The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture by hiring and retaining individuals from a variety of backgrounds and personal experiences. Our employees are empowered with the tools and resources necessary to meet our mission, while continuing to expand equity and inclusion efforts at all levels of the organization. We are committed to the spirit and work required to ensure the safety and resilience of every community in California.

The Cal OES is an emergency response, homeland security, and disaster recovery agency and as a result, is a dynamic and exciting place to work in a team-oriented environment. Cal OES provides training to enhance the understanding of emergency and incident management to all employees.

The Recovery Section is responsible for managing disaster recovery and providing assistance to local governments, special districts, certain nonprofit organizations, individuals, businesses and agricultural communities impacted by disasters. The Recovery Section ensures state and federal support are provided in an efficient and timely manner throughout the recovery process.

In the event of an emergency, employees may be contacted and requested to report to work in the event of an emergency. This contact may be outside of your normal working hours (evenings/nights, weekends, and holidays). This service may require irregular work hours, work locations other than the official duty location, and may include duties other than those specified in your official position description. Travel requirements in support of emergency operations may be extensive in nature (weeks to months), with little advance notice, and you may be required to relocate to emergency sites.

More information may be found here: Recovery Directorate | California Governor's Office of Emergency Services

Salary Range D requires possession of a valid certificate of registration as a geologist or geophysicist issued by the California Board of Geologists and Geophysicists. Range D incumbents act in a responsible charge capacity.

Application Package Requirements

To have your application considered for this job opportunity:

• List the Job Code (JC) and Position Number for this position in the “EXAMINATION(S) OR JOB TITLE(S) FOR WHICH YOU ARE APPLYING” section on the State Application, STD. 678.
• List your most current employment history first in the “EMPLOYMENT HISTORY” section on the STD. 678.
• Provide the “From” and “To” dates with the month, day and year, the “Hours Per Week” that you worked and the Total Worked (Years/Months). You may include overtime hours.
• You must complete the “DUTIES PERFORMED” on the State Application (do not note “see attached resume” in this section). Failure to comply and your application is considered incomplete.
• SROA and Surplus are encouraged to apply and must submit a copy of their letter..
• Please note consideration shall be given to work experience gained in a part-time or full-time job, regardless of whether the job was a paid or a volunteer position or was within, or outside of, state service.

If using education to qualify please submit a copy of your transcripts. If selected, official transcripts will be required. Foreign education must obtain and submit verification of United States course/degree equivalency.

NOTE: Incomplete applications received may not be considered. Resumes are welcomed but do not take the place of the completed State Application STD 678. Applications received via fax or email will NOT be accepted. If you would like confirmation of receipt, please send certified mail.

**A candidate pool may be established for subsequent vacancies.**
**All hires may be subject to a criminal background check.**
**We encourage applicants to apply electronically.**

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Final Filing Date: 3/13/2025

Who May Apply

How To Apply

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is required and must be included.
• Statement of Qualifications - Please refer to the Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) section at the bottom of this job bulletin for the filing instructions and the SOQ Question(s). Applications submitted without the SOQ may not be considered.