Specialist, Geologic Information - Nevada Bureau of Mines and Geology

University of Nevada Reno•Reno, NV

56d•Onsite

About The Position

The Nevada Bureau of Mines and Geology (NBMG) within the College of Science at the University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) invites applications for a Specialist, Geologic Information position. The NBMG is a public service unit of the University of Nevada, Reno, and serves as the state geological survey for Nevada. NBMG’s mission is to obtain, maintain, and broadly disseminate geologic information from Nevada, including data on the geologic framework, natural resources (energy and minerals), and geologic hazards of the state to facilitate public safety and sustainable development. NBMG houses the Great Basin Science Sample and Records Library (GBSSRL), which is a unique collection of information and physical samples from Nevada mining and mineral exploration activity; geothermal, oil, and gas exploration; engineering geology; hydrology; historical aerial photography; and much more. The Geologic Information Specialist provides critical support to the operations of the GBSSRL, including managing and curating physical inventory and coordinating with government and private agencies and individuals to accession and curate physical specimens, historic documents, maps, and other data. The specialist will work closely with the Geoscience Data Manager, GBSSRL Project Coordinator, Development Technician, student employees, and volunteers to create and catalogue detailed and high-quality metadata for each item in the GBSSRL’s many data collections. The specialist will collaborate with NBMG employees and state agencies to conduct research, aggregate data, and write technical reports and bulletins that relate important geologic data to the public and industry professionals as needed to ensure deliverables for specific projects are met. Additionally, the specialist will manage and engage in outreach activities to educate the many user groups on the availability of physical and digital datasets within the GBSSRL in addition to providing customer service support for the GBSSRL.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree and two (2) years of related work experience OR Master’s Degree and one (1) year of related work experience.
Coursework or work experience in Geology, Geoinformatics, Geography, Library Science, Archival Studies, Museum Curation, or a related field.
Experience in physical and digital data preservation.
Experience in research and technical writing or related experience.
Driver's license.

Nice To Haves

GIS / geospatial dataset familiarity preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Managing and curating physical inventory of the GBSSRL.
Coordinating with government and private agencies and individuals to accession and curate physical specimens, historic documents, maps, and other data.
Creating and cataloguing detailed and high-quality metadata for each item in the GBSSRL’s many data collections.
Collaborating with NBMG employees and state agencies to conduct research, aggregate data, and write technical reports and bulletins.
Managing and engaging in outreach activities to educate user groups on the availability of physical and digital datasets within the GBSSRL.
Providing customer service support for the GBSSRL.

Benefits

Health insurance options including dental and vision
Generous annual and sick leave
Life insurance
Remarkable Retirement: 19.25% contribution generously matched by the University, 100% vested on the first day.
E. L. Wiegand Fitness Center offers an annual or semester membership and family membership options.
Discounts to WolfCard holders at many local businesses.
Mountain EAP supports employees (and eligible dependents) through life's difficult moments.
No state income tax!
Grants-in-aid for Faculty Employees: Reduced-rate tuition benefit for faculty and qualified dependents (up to six credits per semester for faculty, unlimited for eligible dependents).
Faculty Dual Career Assistance Program: Provides resources and assists in identifying career opportunities for newly hired faculty spouses/partners.