Geologist 5 - Mineral Resources Section Chief

What You Will Be Doing Are you an experienced geologist & manager who is passionate about Alaska’s mineral resources? We have the perfect job for you! The Alaska Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys (DGGS) is seeking a Section Chief for our Mineral Resources group, which collects, analyzes, and publishes new information on the geology of Alaska. These datasets promote economic development and sound management of Alaska’s mineral resources. This position provides administrative, supervisory, and technical leadership for the section, as well as scientific and operational leadership and oversight of projects related to economic geology, petrology, ore deposit models, and geophysics.

Do you have the right skills and experience for this role Read on to find out, and make your application.

Mission and Culture DGGS’ mission is to determine the potential of Alaskan land for the production of metals, minerals, fuels, and geothermal resources… (AS 41.08.020). Alaska is a successful competitor for global investment dollars targeting oil & gas and mineral resources, and the state compares favorably to other mineral mining jurisdictions around the world. This position directly facilitates the success of Alaska’s geological database, which was ranked first among U.S. states by the Fraser Institute in 2023 (Fraser Institute Annual Survey of Mining Companies 2023 (Download PDF reader)).

Benefits of Joining Our Team This role leads a group of talented geoscientists and will represent the agency as a subject matter expert, speak at conferences, and interface with exploration companies in search of opportunities in Alaska, as well as have the option of joining the team’s geological mapping fieldwork. DGGS offers ample opportunity for on-the-job training, a very flexible work schedule, possible telework, and partnership with dedicated colleagues who are passionate about their work and the division's mission. DGGS prioritizes a respectful and inclusive workplace. The incumbent in this position is critical to the functioning of the geological survey, as they provide essential support to the section’s project managers and scientists in fulfilling their areas of DGGS’ mission. The position currently supervises 12 employees.

The Working Environment You Can Expect This permanent Geologist 5 position is stationed in the main DGGS Fairbanks office. The successful candidate will :

• Under the guidance of the State Geologist, develop long-term and short-term conceptual plans, goals, objectives, budgets, timelines, and milestones for the section.
• Manage section staff, finances, and technical resources.
• Develop and oversee all section programs, including schedules, budgets, and deliverables.
• Provide advanced professional competency and leadership in directing and / or performing as a team member in office and field studies to meet section objectives.
• Respond to section needs and requests from division management, other divisions or agencies, educational institutions, and stakeholders.
• Author and / or oversee the research, content development, and publication of the annual Alaska Mineral Industry report to fulfill the department's responsibility under Alaska Statue 27.05.050-060.

We are interested in candidates who possess some or all of the following position-specific competencies :

Minimum Qualifications

A bachelor's degree from an accredited college in geology, geophysics, geochemistry, geological engineering, engineering geology, or any of their subdivisions, including mining engineering.

Four years of advanced professional experience in geology, geophysics, geochemistry, geological engineering, engineering geology, or any of their subdivisions, including mining engineering. This experience is met by service as a Geologist 3 with the State of Alaska or the equivalent with another employer.

Two years of professional project managerial experience in geology, geophysics, geochemistry, geological engineering, engineering geology, or any of their subdivisions, including mining engineering. This experience is met by service as a Geologist 4 with the State of Alaska or the equivalent with another employer.

A master's degree from an accredited college in geology, geophysics, geochemistry, geological engineering, engineering geology, or any of their subdivisions, including mining engineering.

Two years of advanced professional experience in geology, geophysics, geochemistry, geological engineering, engineering geology, or any of their subdivisions, including mining engineering. This experience is met by service as a Geologist 3 with the State of Alaska or the equivalent with another employer.

A doctorate degree from an accredited college in geology, geophysics, geochemistry, geological engineering, engineering geology, or any of their subdivisions, including mining engineering.

One year of advanced professional experience in geology, geophysics, geochemistry, geological engineering, engineering geology, or any of their subdivisions, including mining engineering. This experience is met by service as a Geologist 3 with the State of Alaska or the equivalent with another employer.

Equivalent combinations of professional experience and graduate level education in the geoscience fields described above are acceptable and will be considered as follows : 24 graduate semester hours=one full year of graduate education=one full year of professional experience.

Additional Required Information

At the time of application , the applicant must attach as individual documents the following items :

If selected for an interview , the applicant must provide the following :

SPECIAL NOTICES

Application Notice You can ONLY apply for this position through the Workplace Alaska website or a hardcopy application. Instructions on how to apply with Workplace Alaska may be found on the Workplace Alaska “How to Apply" page. Your application must be submitted by 5 : 00 p.m. Alaska Standard Time on the closing date.

Cover Letter A cover letter is required for this position. It should be two to three paragraphs (no longer than one page) and address your knowledge and experience related to the desired position-specific competencies listed above. Your cover letter will serve as a writing sample and will be used to determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment.

Please attach the cover letter to your application before submitting it online; if you cannot attach it, fax or email it to the contact number below.

Education If post-secondary education is required to meet the minimum qualifications, you must fill out the Education section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree, please indicate the units completed. Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials if used to meet the minimum qualifications for a position.

Special Instructions for Foreign Education Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the minimum qualifications listed above. If utilizing this education, you must show that the education credentials have been submitted to a private organization that specializes in the interpretation of foreign educational credentials and that such education has been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs; or an accredited U.S. post-secondary institution reports the other institution as one whose transcript is given full value, or full value is given in subject areas applicable to the curricula at the post-secondary institution. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

Work Experience If using work experience not already documented in your application, also provide the employer’s name, job title, employment dates, and whether full or part-time. Applications will be reviewed to determine whether the responses are supported and minimum qualifications are clearly met. If they are not, the applicant may not advance to the recruitment interview and selection phase.

Note : Attaching a resume is not an alternative to filling out the application entirely. Noting, "see resume" or any similar response on any portion of your application may lead to a determination that your application is incomplete and removal from consideration for this job posting.

Bargaining Unit If you are a current state employee , please mark the union you are a member of at the time of application. Do not complete this question if you are not a current state employee.

Driver’s License Requirement Applicants must possess a valid driver's license. Proof of licensure will be required prior to reporting to duty.

Firearms This position requires the use or possession of a firearm or ammunition. In accordance with the federal Omnibus Consolidated Appropriations Act of 1997 (PL 104-208), if you have been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence, you may not hold this position.

A "misdemeanor crime of domestic violence" is an offense that is (1) a misdemeanor under Federal or state law and (2) has, as an element, the use or attempted use of physical force or the threatened use of a deadly weapon, committed by a current or former spouse, parent, or guardian of the victim, by a person with whom the victim shares a child in common, by a person who is cohabiting with or has cohabited with the victim as a spouse, parent, or guardian, or by a person similarly situated to a spouse, parent, or guardian of the victim.

If you have ever been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence, do NOT apply for this position.

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For specific information about this position, please get in touch with the hiring manager at the following :

Jennifer Athey Division Operations Manager Phone : 907-451-5028 Email : jennifer.athey@alaska.gov

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