Posted: Oct 23, 2024
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Earthquake Hazards and Geophysics Program Manager

Washington State Department of Natural Resources - Olympia, WA
Full-time
Salary: $80,460.00 - $108,252.00 Annually
Application Deadline: Nov 7, 2024
Geology
Earthquake Hazards and Geophysics Program Manager, Natural Resource Scientist 4 (NRSci4)
Location: Natural Resources Building- Olympia, WA
Work Hours and Partial Telework flexibility may be available and considered 
Relocation Compensation may be available and considered
Salary: $6,705.00 - $9,021.00 Monthly 
 
You will manage both the Earthquake Hazards and Geophysics programs at the Washington Geological Survey. The Earthquake Program's mission is to Reduce loss from earthquakes through understanding seismic hazards and risks and will:
  • Build a comprehensive and complete suite of seismic hazard maps for the state that complement and (or) build on efforts by other seismic hazard partners
  • Strengthen the community of practitioners and researchers through outreach, collaboration, and information-sharing
  • Grow public awareness and preparation for earthquakes
  • Provide scientific expertise to decision-makers at all levels, including during/after earthquakes
  • Lead post-earthquake data collection efforts
  • Advocate and facilitate the dissemination of understandable products and information to the public and other partners
The Geophysics Program's mission is to use geophysical techniques and expertise to elevate DNR science and will:
  • Deploy available tools, people, and resources to assist, train, mentor, or complete studies that support DNR programs, with an emphasis on WGS efforts
  • Grow group expertise, collaboration, and knowledge around existing methods and new techniques that benefit DNR programs and project partners
  • Ensure equipment is maintained and ready to deploy
  • Assist with post-earthquake data collection

Required Qualifications: 

  • Bachelor’s degree with a major study in geology, geophysics, engineering geology, geotechnical engineering, or a related natural science field AND 6 years of professional experience related to the position.
    OR a Master’s degree in one of these fields AND 4 years of professional experience related to the position.
    OR a PhD AND 3 years of professional experience related to the position.
    OR an equivalent combination of education and/or experience. 
  • Professional experience involving geologic hazard assessments, not limited to liquefaction, fault studies, site conditions, field investigations, geophysical characterization or research, and land subsidence.
  • Experience with creating and organizing multiple concurrent research projects, including establishing relationships and collaborating with scientists at diverse organizations, planning and coordinating field logistics, and budgeting.
  • At least 2 years of successful people management, mentorship, supervision, and/or teaching across a broad range of personality types and work/life experiences; may be concurrent with the required 6 years of professional experience.
  • Fluency with geologic and hazard maps and the ability to synthesize a broad array of geologic and geophysical information.
  • Familiarity and basic fluency in the use of GIS to develop figures and maps.
  • Excellent command of written English, with a preference for clear and concise technical scientific prose.
  • Knowledge of basic fiscal principles and their application to developing and managing budgets greater than $200,000/yr.
  • Ability and desire to effectively plan complicated logistics for field work, plan project milestones, develop schedules, and other tasks requiring a high level of strategic thinking and logistical planning.