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.

Research Scientist - 2 positions

Arizona Geological Survey

One position will be focused principally on research activities centered around mine waste and tailings place to better document the distribution and quantities of mine waste and tailing sites across Arizona, as well as characterize the metal and critical mineral contents of these sites for…

Posted: 2024-07-24

Geologist

Arizona Geological Survey

The Arizona Geological Survey is a nonacademic research department in the University of Arizona tasked with furthering our understanding of the geology, mineral resources, and natural hazards of Arizona. We invite applications for a new Research Scientist to join our surficial geology and…

Posted: 2024-07-24

Oklahoma Petroleum Information Center Archivist

Oklahoma Geological Survey

This position is responsible for the technical supervision, management and maintenance of collections and archival material archiving and curation of OGS-OPIC core and cuttings collection materials.  As an Archivist this individual will join a workforce within the core and cuttings department of…

Posted: 2024-07-23

Geologist II

Oklahoma Geological Survey

The Oklahoma Geological Survey is accepting applications for our Geologist II position. Among other responsibilities, the selected candidate will be the lead PI for our STATEMAP program. The salary ranges from $70,000-$75,000. Please visit the link below for more details…

Posted: 2024-07-10

Geoscientist

Wyoming State Geological Survey

The Wyoming State Geological Survey has multiple open geoscientist positions! These new positions, at varying levels, are coming open one at a time, so keep an eye on the WSGS' …

Posted: 2024-07-03

Landslide Mapping Geologist

Oregon Department of Geology and Mineral Industries

This position exists in the Geological Survey & Services (GS&S) program. The GS&S program conducts geoscience surveys of the state, serves as the cost-effective centralized source of geoscientific information in Oregon for the public and for government, and forms partnerships for the…

Posted: 2024-06-21

Geologic Mapping Geologist

Oregon Department of Geology and Mineral Industries

As a Geologic Mapping Geologist you will serve as a member of the geologic mapping team, building detailed geologic maps needed to decipher Earth history, evaluate mineral and energy resource potential, model the conservation and sustainability of water resources, and prepare for natural hazards…

Posted: 2024-06-21

Geologist II - STATEMAP Program Lead

Oklahoma Geological Survey

The Oklahoma Geological Survey (OGS) is seeking a new addition to OGS's field mapping team, and a new member of OGS's core staff.  The successful candidate will serve as OGS's lead STATEMAP Principal Investigator, work within a Geosciences research unit within OGS, and be part of a survey-wide…

Posted: 2024-06-21

3D Mapping Geologist

Wyoming State Geological Survey

Ever wondered what lies beneath Wyoming's stunning landscapes? Dive into the world of 3D geological mapping and modeling as a Geologic Data Analyst (ENNR10) with the Wyoming State Geological Survey (WSGS). We're seeking an inquisitive (and maybe a little tech-obsessed) geologist to…

Posted: 2024-06-21

Environmental Scientist II

Tennessee Geological Survey

If you have a passion for geology and desire a challenging career in state government, TDEC has a position with the Tennessee Geological Survey (TGS) in our Knoxville Environmental Field Office. We seek candidates with experience conducting geologic investigations using…

Posted: 2024-06-14