Geologist 4 - Landslide Hazards Program Manager (PCN 10-2248)

The Department of Natural Resources, Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys, is recruiting for a Geologist 4. This position is being recruited in Anchorage, Fairbanks, and Juneau; the final location will be based on the selected candidate's location.

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What You Will Be Doing:  

The Alaska Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys (DGGS) is seeking a dynamic scientific and operational leader for the division’s landslide hazards research and mapping program. The successful applicant will have significant latitude in developing and implementing the Alaska Landslide Hazards Program to evaluate landslides and related aspects of unstable slopes in Alaska. This program addresses a growing need intensified by climate change, and this position offers a leading role in state-level research on this critical issue.

Specific duties include:

• Develop program and project concepts, goals, objectives, budgets, timelines, and milestones and manage staff time and resources to carry out programmatic goals.  This includes writing proposals to solicit new funding from state, federal, and private industry sources, and proactive coordination, collaboration, and partnerships with state, federal, and other entities.
• Use state-of-practice technology and procedures to identify, map, and evaluate landslides and related features. 
• Write, prepare, and oversee the publication of landslide program technical reports, maps, and peer-reviewed research products, including figures, maps, text, and other necessary materials to create map sheets and reports for publication. 
• Form emergency response team(s) and lead DNR-DGGS geoscientific efforts in the event of a major damaging or deadly landslide. 
• Respond to requests from other state agencies for information, advice, or technical assistance on State actions that may be affected by landslides and related hazards in Alaska. These actions include but are not limited to land disposals, project proposals, permit applications, land-management plans, and advice to the Governor's Office, the DNR Commissioner's Office, and the State Geologist on landslide hazard issues in the state.

Mission and Values/Culture:  

This Geologist 4 position is housed in the Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys within the Alaska Department of Natural Resources. The DGGS mission is to determine the potential of Alaska land for the production of metals, minerals, fuels, and geothermal resources, the locations and supplies of groundwater and construction materials, and the potential geologic hazards to buildings, roads, bridges, and other installations and structures (AS 41.08.020). The Landslides Hazard Program resides within the Geologic Hazards section at DGGS alongside Coastal, Climate and Cryosphere, Geological Health, and Earthquake & Tsunami Hazard Programs. The Landslides Hazards Program is dedicated to earth science in the public service and is motivated by the need to incorporate geologic data collection and analysis into decision-making, supporting informed land-use decisions by the government and private sectors. These actions save lives, protect infrastructure, and support development.

Mission and Values/Culture:  

This Geologist 4 position is housed in the Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys within the Alaska Department of Natural Resources. The DGGS mission is to determine the potential of Alaska land for the production of metals, minerals, fuels, and geothermal resources, the locations and supplies of groundwater and construction materials, and the potential geologic hazards to buildings, roads, bridges, and other installations and structures (AS 41.08.020). The Landslides Hazard Program resides within the Geologic Hazards section at DGGS alongside Coastal, Climate and Cryosphere, Geological Health, and Earthquake & Tsunami Hazard Programs. The Landslides Hazards Program is dedicated to earth science in the public service and is motivated by the need to incorporate geologic data collection and analysis into decision-making, supporting informed land-use decisions by the government and private sectors. These actions save lives, protect infrastructure and support development.

Benefits of Joining Our Team:  

DGGS offers ample opportunity for a flexible work schedule and partnership with dedicated colleagues who are passionate about their work and the mission of the Division. Staff are encouraged to learn and grow through work activities, from each other's experiences, and via structured training in technical/science topics (e.g., ArcPro, geospatial processing techniques). Geologic hazards work at DGGS is also supported by the Geologic Information Center and the Alaska Geospatial Office. 

The Working Environment You Can Expect:  

This Landslides Hazard Program Manager Geologist 4 position may be located at the DGGS offices in Fairbanks, Anchorage, or possibly State offices and telework from Juneau. The daily work environment consists of research-focused desk work and occasional field work to assess landslides and landslide hazards across Alaska.  DGGS staff effectively use telecommunications resources to work across geographic boundaries with DGGS colleagues and a diverse range of collaborators and stakeholders across the state. The Geologic Hazards section is a dynamic and positive learning environment that not only supports teamwork and collaboration but also supports autonomous work. The position is potentially eligible for a hybrid telework schedule up to half-time, in-state only.

We are looking for a candidate who possesses the following position-specific competencies.  

• Scientific Research: Knowledge of the concepts, principles, and theories of scientific principles related to environmental, ecological, biological, or physical science and the methods and processes used to conduct a systematic and objective inquiry, including study design, collection, analysis, and interpretation of data; and the reporting of results.
• Geology: Knowledge of the concepts, principles, and theories of the origins and structure of the earth, including the physical forces that have shaped it and its physical and organic history.
• Technical Credibility: Understands and appropriately applies principles, procedures, requirements, regulations, and policies related to specialized expertise.
• Project Management: Knowledge of the principles, methods, or tools for developing, scheduling, coordinating, and managing projects and resources, including monitoring and inspecting costs, work, and contractor performance.
• Oral and Written Communication: Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral and written presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately.