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These positions will assist the science project leads conducting geophysical research and collection of geophysical data, along with processing the data collected. This job requires basic knowledge and application of GIS, seismic equipment, field equipment, database management, team leadership, excellent people skills and communication. It is a great opportunity to come work with the Washington Geological Survey and be part of a dynamic and effective team of scientists. These are project positions that will last four months.  The ideal candidates will start in the beginning of May, 2018 and lasting through the end of August, 2018 but there is flexibility to the start and end dates.

• Student or recent graduate pursuing a degree/career in geology, geophysics, geological sciences, engineering geology, or closely related degree.
• Must have detailed knowledge of seismic equipment and data processing.
• Must be able to meet deadlines.
• Must have well-developed computer skills.
• Experience working with Microsoft Excel.
• Must be proficient with GIS Software
• Must have experience with geophysical processing software.
• Must be able to perform fieldwork including geologic data collection, geophysical data collection, working on steep and uneven terrain, and use standard field equipment (Brunton compass, hand-held GPS unit, digital camera, laptop PC, etc.)
• Must have excellent oral communication skills.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree or graduate degree in Geology, Geophysics, or other closely related field.
• Experience conducting seismic surveys and working on a team.
• Experience using a magnetometer, gravimeter, seismic monitoring equipment, GPR, GPS, GIS
• Familiarity with standard lab equipment.

SPECIAL POSITION REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

• The incumbent in this position is required to travel.
• Must be able to lift heavy field equipment in excess of 50 pounds and repeatedly swing a sledgehammer
• Must have a valid driver’s license and have two years of driving experience. This position requires driving as an essential function.  Employees who drive for state business, whether in a state or privately owned vehicle, are required to possess a valid license as defined in policy PO02-006 and abide by all other driver responsibility requirements.

• To be considered you must apply online at www.careers.wa.gov (Click on the APPLY button above)
• You must submit the following:
  • Attach a letter of interest describing how your experience and qualifications relate to the position profile, required and desired position qualifications, and special position requirements.
  • Attach your Resume – do not add it into the text of the application, it must be an attachment.
  • The names of three to five professional references – you may attach a document, use the References text field in the online application, or include with resume.
• Carefully review your application materials before submitting. If you fail to submit the required documents, you may no longer be considered for the position by the supervisor.
• You may not reapply for this posting for 30 days.

Application Status – once you submit your online application, you can check your status by logging into your account.  Finalists for the position will be contacted by the hiring managers directly.

Note: Finalists and/or interview candidates will be asked to provide a driving record issued from all states in which they have held a license during the past 3 years

Questions?  Please contact Corina Forson at (360) 902-1455, corina.forson@dnr.wa.gov or e-mail us at DNRrecruiting@dnr.wa.gov.

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