Title: Geologist

State Role Title: Scientist II

Hiring Range: $54,418 - $65,000

Pay Band: 5

Agency: Department of Energy

Location: Min Mining/Geo & Min Resources

Agency Website: www.energy.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

Do you enjoy working hands-on? Are you knowledgeable of geologic concepts, terms, and practices? Do you have experience in mineral and energy resource investigations? Then look no further! The Virginia Department of Energy, Geology and Mineral Resources program, is seeking a Geologist to develop maps, reports, databases, and web content that support the development and conservation of mineral and energy resources in a safe and environmentally sound manner to support a more productive economy. The successful candidate will complete grant-funded investigations that support critical mineral and energy projects. Current projects focus on rare earth element minerals in the Virginia Fall Zone and the potential for the extraction of critical minerals during carbon sequestration. This position is grant funded with federal funds extended through January 2026. The continuation of funding beyond this date is contingent upon the availability of grants.

Minimum Qualifications

The successful candidate should have the following knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience in order to qualify for this position:
• Knowledge of geologic research and economic geology principles and practices
• Ability to plan and perform geologic investigations
• Ability to interpret geologic data and communicate results to the public, industry, government agencies, and other interest groups
• Ability to prepare and edit maps and manuscripts using personal computers in a Windows OS environment
• Strong competency in geographic information system (GIS) software
• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple responsibilities, organize and prioritize workflow
• Ability to work independently and as a team member and complete assignments within established timeframes
• Ability to work in the field, navigate over rough terrain (i.e., stoop, crawl, and bend)
• A valid driver’s license with a good driving record
The individual accepted for employment will have to pass a drug test and successfully complete reference checks as part of the Virginia Energy pre-employment process.

Additional Considerations

N/A

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

This position will close on May 28, 2024, at 11:55 p.m. To be considered, please submit a state employment application, or resume, online at https://www.jobs.virginia.gov/home. A hiring manager/human resources will review all applications received and select candidates who most closely meet the established criteria for interviews.
Virginia Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer by both policy and practice, therefore prohibits discrimination on basis of sex, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, political affiliation or disability in the recruitment, selection and hiring of our workforce.
As a certified V3 organization, Virginia Energy honors the Commonwealth’s veterans hiring preference. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps and other National Service Alumni are also encouraged to apply.
Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or any part of the remaining hiring process should contact the hiring agency directly. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

Contact Information

Name: Human Resources

Phone: 804-729-6048

Email: humanresources@energy.virginia.gov

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.