GEOLOGIST II

The Water and Science Administration, Source Protection and Appropriation Division is recruiting for a Geologist II. This is a position specific recruitment for the Maryland Department of the Environment. This recruitment will be used to fill current and future vacancies for this position/function only. The resulting certified list will be maintained for one year. Persons interested in future vacancies within this classification must re-apply.

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Maryland Department of the Environment

Water and Science Administration

Source Protection and Appropriation Division

1800 Washington Blvd.

Baltimore, MD 21230

The Geologist II ensures the protection of the States' water resources through Water Appropriation and Use permitting. The incumbent in this position, will be responsible for implementing the water appropriation and use laws and regulations by establishing ground and surface water testing criteria, providing oversight during the testing process, technical review and analysis of test results, determining the extent of impacts of the proposed use on the resource and other users of the resource, and preparing appropriation and use permits. In addition, the position conducts geologic investigations of groundwater sources for public drinking water systems in order to assess their vulnerability contamination and to assist water suppliers in protecting sources of supply.

The incumbent in this position will be required to drive a State vehicle.  If you maintain an out-of-state driving license, you must provide a certified copy of your driving record for the appropriate Motor Vehicle Administration at the time of appointment.  Individuals must maintain a driver's license with no more than 5 points on their driving record in order to drive State vehicle.   

The incumbent will be required to travel to field locations for data collection, well inspections, hydrogeological testing, and inspections of streams and water supplies under adverse weather conditions (i.e. rain storms, snow).   The work involves working in uncomfortable or unpleasant confined spaces and field locations may be rough, rocky, wooded, or may have wet terrain. When accessing wells, the incumbent may be required to remove and shift concrete lids, climb ladders, and take stairs to access treatment and/or storage. Some field locations may involve exposure to hazardous conditions such as chemical and electrical and surfaces can be slippery. When working in the field, the incumbent may be required to wear protective gear such as, hard hat, gloves, safety glasses, safety shoes, and insect repellent, etc.    

Education:   A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Geology, Environmental Geology or a related earth science.

Experience: One year of experience performing professional geological work.

Notes:

1. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in Geology, Environmental Geology or a related earth science for the required experience.

2.  Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience at a rank of Corporal/Petty Officer or higher as a commissioned officer in physical science classification or physical science specialty codes in the geology field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required education.

It is preferred that the selected candidate has the following:

• Experience in water supply development;
• Experience in well construction;
• Experience in groundwater monitoring;
• Experience Water demand analysis;
• Experience in groundwater modeling;
• Experience in water resource evaluation and preparing or reviewing hydrogeological investigation reports;
•  Experience in conducting an aquifer test;
• GIS experience (ArcMap);
• Technical writing skills;
• Familiar with Maryland’s laws or regulations concerning water appropriation and use;
• Familiar with Safe Drinking Water Act requirements for public water systems;
• Familiar with wellhead protection concepts;
•  Familiar with the Geology of Maryland.

It is also preferred that the selected candidates have:

• A bachelor’s degree in Geology, Environmental Geology or related earth science with an emphasis on hydrogeology or college or graduate level coursework in groundwater hydrology, hydrogeology, and groundwater contaminant transport;        
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint.  

1. Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the State of Maryland.

2. When assigned to an environmental program at the Maryland Department of the Environment, employees in this classification may be required to successfully complete and maintain certification as specified in the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration Regulations (Standards-29 CFR) 1910.120 Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response. Information about these regulations is available in the Human Resources Office of the Maryland Department of the Environment or may be obtained at the federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration Website.

1. Employees in this classification may be required to walk over rough or unstable terrain or over long distances while wearing personal protection equipment, such as respiratory protection equipment.

2. Employees in this classification may be subject to ongoing medical testing in accordance with the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration Regulations (Standards - 29 CFR) 1910.120 Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response.

3. Employees in this classification may be subject to call-in on a twenty-four hour basis and, therefore, will be required to provide the employing agency with a telephone number where they can be reached.

Applicants who meet the minimum (and selective) qualifications will be included in further evaluation.  The evaluation may be a rating of your application based on your education, training and experience as they relate to the requirements of this position. Applicants meeting the minimum qualifications will be placed on the Cert List categorized as BEST QUALIFIED. Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.  Please report all related education, experience, dates and hours of work.  Clearly indicate your college degree and major on your application, if applicable.  Please note that you will be required by the appointing agency to provide proof upon hire of all certifications, licenses, educational and work experiences.

For education obtained outside the U.S., any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing an evaluation for equivalency by a foreign credential evaluation service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview). Complete applications must be submitted by the closing date.  Information submitted after this date will not be added. Incorrect application forms will not be accepted.  Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. 

Candidates may remain on the certified eligible list for a period of at least one year.  The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.

All Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States under the immigration and Reform Control Act.  You must be legally authorized and possess any necessary documents under this Act in order to be hired in the position for which you applied.

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

Online applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online, the paper application (and supplemental questionnaire) may be submitted to MDE, Recruitment and Selection Division, 1800 Washington Blvd., Baltimore MD  21230. Paper application materials must be received by 5 pm, close of business, on the closing date for the recruitment, no postmarks will be accepted.

If additional information is required, the preferred method is to upload.  If you are unable to upload, please email the requested information to Olivia Finley olivia.finley@maryland.gov. Only additional materials that are required will be accepted for this recruitment. All additional information must be received by the closing date and time. Please reference #21-001029-0001. For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Olivia Finley/MDE Recruitment and Examination Division at 410-537- 3105.

If you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at Application.Help@maryland.gov. 

Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling: 410-537-3130 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258.

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.

People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.