Geologist

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers • Corona, CA

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About The Position

Serves as an Engineering Geologist on projects and studies supporting major civil works, including dam and levee projects. The position applies geotechnical and geological principles to field investigations and analyses, and uses GIS and related technology to produce digital data, mapping products, and georeferenced databases for spatial analysis. Work is split between field and office settings. Fieldwork may take place in hazardous terrain and variable or extreme weather, and may involve evenings or weekends, confined or high-voltage areas, and driving on unimproved roads. The role requires compliance with and promotion of safety rules and regulations.

Requirements

• Meet the basic Geologist requirement through a bachelor's degree or higher in geology plus 20 additional semester hours in specified related subjects, or through the specified combination of education and experience.
• Have one year of specialized experience independently planning and executing geotechnical investigations, geologic mapping, developing engineering geology designs for civil works projects, and using GIS for spatial analysis and geologic documentation; education cannot substitute for this experience requirement.
• Applicants who held a General Schedule position within the past 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent (GS-11).
• Obtain and maintain a valid state driver's license.
• Provide proof of U.S. citizenship and meet any applicable suitability or fitness determination following a background investigation.
• Comply with and promote prescribed safety rules and regulations.
• Be able to climb, stoop, bend, and stand for extended periods, and lift soil and rock samples and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Be able to work in field settings that may involve precipitous terrain, varying or extreme weather, confined or high-voltage areas, and driving vehicles on unimproved roads.
• Use required personal protective equipment, which may include hard hats, steel-toed boots, hearing and eye protection, and a respirator.
• Be available for 25% temporary duty travel and fieldwork that may occur on evenings and/or weekends.
• Provide transcripts if relying on education to meet requirements; foreign education must meet the stated evaluation or credit requirements.

Responsibilities

• Plan and perform field investigations for foundations, excavations, and slope stability using geotechnical and geological principles.
• Analyze slope stability, seismic characterization, and seepage to prepare detailed design reports or risk analyses.
• Use GIS and related technology to develop digital data, mapping products, and georeferenced databases for spatial analysis.
• Apply geology and geotechnical expertise to projects and studies supporting dams, levees, and other major civil works.

Benefits

• Federal employee benefits package for employees and their families; eligibility and specific benefits depend on position type.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior