Geosciences Specialist Senior

Job description

Job code: 007000
Pay grade: G
Pay type: Exempt/salaried

General summary

Operates and maintains department equipment. Manages hydrogeology field course.

Major duties

  • Directs, manages and coordinates all facets of the University’s hydrogeology field course.
  • Manages the lifecycle of all department equipment and assets.
  • Develops and maintains relationships with off-campus sources.
  • Recruits and advises students in the geosciences.
  • Conducts geological field work and project management. Assists faculty and students with research activities and field safety initiatives.
  • Assists the general public with geological related inquiries and education and outreach activities.
  • Manages department Web pages and social media accounts to create a strong brand and positive online presence.

Minimum qualifications

Minimum qualifications based upon job documentation and industry best practices. Any current employees not meeting these qualifications will be grandfathered until they move to a different job.

Required education

  • Bachelor's degree in related field from an accredited institution.

Required experience

  • Three years' relevant experience.

Physical requirements

Light work with some physical demands such as continuously lifting or moving materials less than 25 pounds, but rarely moving more than 25 to 50 pounds.

Working conditions

Work is performed with exposure to any number of elements which may occasionally require some precautions such as safety glasses, protective clothing, ear protection, etc.

Revised: 2023-10-12

This description indicates the general nature and level of work performed by employees in the above job. It is not intended to be a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.