Geologist jobs in Columbia, MO

Annual Salary: $47,332 - $56,513

Location: This position is with the Missouri Department of Natural Resources, Missouri Geological Survey and will be located at the Missouri Geological Survey, 111 Fairgrounds Road, in Rolla, MO

Why you’ll love this position:

As a Geologist for the Missouri Department of Natural Resources’ Missouri Geological Survey you will perform geologic mapping and investigations that assist decision makers with information to inform: infrastructure development; groundwater availability; regional planning; waste management; public safety; and mineral resource availability. As a geologist, you will support the core values of the Geological Survey Program which include Technical Competency, Service, Professionalism, Ingenuity, and Cooperation and the mission and values of the Division and Department.

What you’ll do:

• Perform office, fieldwork, digital mapping, data collection, data analysis and interpretation related to STATEMAP Grant or other funding sources.
• Conduct geologic field mapping and create maps that describe and classify surface and subsurface rocks, fractures, faults, landforms, surficial materials, stratigraphy, and paleontology.
• Arrange for access to private property to view outcrops to ensure adequate data collection.
• Generate project-specific geologic maps using ArcGIS software.

All you need for success:

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in geology, or closely related field and have 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.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds, work alone in remote areas, walk long distances in hilly and rugged terrain, climb steep slopes, carry geologic specimens out of the field, shovel, hand auger, and hammer.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with geologic mapping or stratigraphy.
• Experience working with ArcGIS or similar geospatial software.
• Experience managing data and database maintenance.

More reasons to love this position:

The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here.

If you have questions about this position please contact:

Vicki Voigt, 573-368-2128 or Vicki.Voigt@dnr.mo.gov

OR

Aarick Roberto (DNR Recruiter), 573-522-1503 or Aarick.Roberto@dnr.mo.gov

The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.