State of Missouri · 1 week ago
Geologist - 5020255
Rolla, MO
Full-time
Onsite
Mid LevelThe State of Missouri is dedicated to preserving and enhancing the environment, and they are seeking a Geologist to contribute to geologic knowledge and investigations. This role involves conducting geologic investigations, evaluating mineral resources, and creating geological models while supporting the core values of the Geological Survey Program.
AgricultureGovernmentInformation Technology
Responsibilities
Conduct geologic investigations related to mineral resources, including critical and metallic minerals, ore deposits, bedrock geology, and geologic structures related to EarthMRI grants or other funding sources
Identify and evaluate mineral resources by conducting surveys, analyzing rock and mineral samples, and creating geological models to assess ore quality and quantity
Coordinate data analysis of geologic samples including, but not limited to, petrography and geochemical analyses
Digitally create geologic maps or models based on geologic data and analysis and implement maps into geodatabase schema
Use GIS software to manage projects, model data, and produce publications
Present precompetitive critical minerals data to internal and external stakeholders, including industry and academia
Maintain professional credential as a Missouri Registered Geologist (RG)
Qualification
Required
Master's degree in geology, or closely related field
Completed, at a minimum, 30 semester hours or 45 quarter hours of credit in geology including coursework required by the Missouri Board of Geologist Registration
Eligibility for licensure as a Registered Geologist in the State of Missouri within a specified timeframe
Working knowledge of geologic principles and their applications
Familiarity with the concepts and tools applied to map production
Ability to clearly communicate technical concepts in written form for various audiences
Balancing demands of time and energy regarding assigned projects
Ability to lift 50 pounds
Ability to work alone in remote areas
Ability to walk long distances in hilly and rugged terrain
Ability to climb steep slopes
Ability to carry geologic specimens out of the field
Ability to use shovel, hand auger, and hammer
Benefits
Paid vacation and sick leave
Paid life insurance
Medical, dental, vision and prescription insurance
Exceptional professional development: mentoring from experienced professionals, cross-media training, career advancement opportunities, paid trainings and continuing education tuition assistance
Support for professional registrations when required, through paid study materials, fees, study time, test time, exam fees and licensure renewal fees
Company
State of Missouri
The State of Missouri is a group of outstanding people that accomplish extraordinary things for our folks every day.
Founded in 1820
10001+ employees
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Kevin Mccarthy
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Jennifer Tidball
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