Employment Opportunities

State Geologic Surveys often have excellent employment opportunities around the nation for geoscientists and non-geoscientists alike.

Download and review any of the documents below for current job descriptions and contact information. Questions about a listing? Please contact the individual state geological survey that is advertising the position.

If you are a State Geologist and would like to post a listing for a vacant position in your state's geological survey, please contact Harley Means (guy.means@dep.state.fl.us) for instructions.

Deputy Division Director

Division of Utah Geological Survey

DIVISION OF UTAH GEOLOGICAL SURVEY

DEPUTY DIVISION DIRECTOR, UGS - SALT…

Posted: 2024-02-13

Geology Manager 1 - Laramie

Wyoming State Geological Survey

The Wyoming State Geological Survey (WSGS) performs the critical function of interpreting Wyoming’s geologic history and working to understand its geologic hazards and natural resources, such as water, minerals, and energy. We provide geology-related information needed to navigate the state’s…

Posted: 2024-02-01

Branch Chief - Watershed Hazards and Climate Adaptation

California Geological Survey

The California Geological Survey is looking for a geoscientist to lead the Watershed Hazards and Climate Adaptation Branch. The Branch consists of four technical programs including geological mapping and 3D modeling (incl. geologic carbon sequestration),…

Posted: 2024-01-29

Energy Sciences Education and Outreach

Oklahoma Geological Survey

The Oklahoma Geological Survey (OGS) is hiring 4 project research associates. These RAs will work with OGS staff on projects funded by the Department of Energy.

The positions each address a…

Posted: 2024-01-29

Director and State Geologist (and Professor)

Nevada Bureau of Mines and Geology

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Posted: 2024-01-25

Mining and Minerals Program Manager

Washington State Department of Natural Resources

Washington Department of Natural Resources Product Sales and Leasing Division has an open recruitment for a unique opportunity. They are looking to fill the position of Mining and Minerals Program Manager. See the attached job bulletin and the link below for more information.…

Posted: 2024-01-12

Hydrogeologist

Montana Bureau of Mines and Geology

The Montana Bureau of Mines and Geology is seeking one or more hydrogeologists.

Duties:

The Montana Bureau of Mines and Geology (MBMG), Montana’s…

Posted: 2024-01-05

Geologic Mapping Program Manager

Washington Geological Survey

We are looking for a dynamic person to fill this crucial role within the Survey. Someone who has fluency with geologic maps, a passion for being a leader, and the experience and character to successfully manage a group of hard-working and amazing geologists. This person will…

Posted: 2024-01-04

Data Consultant 4 (LiDAR Scientist)

Washington Geological Survey

The WGS Lidar Program is now recruiting for a Lidar Scientist (Data Consultant 4) position! The recruitment closes on 1/22/2024 and is linked here:…

Posted: 2024-01-03

Research Associate - Geologist with GIS experience

Michigan Geological Survey

Field and data geologist to provide geologic and GIS field and office research support for existing grants, assists with preparation of proposals to acquire new grants, and assist with publication of grant-related…

Posted: 2023-12-21