Thursday, February 15, 2018

Job Posting: Geologist I

Organization: Alaska Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys, DNR
Position Type: Full-Time, Short-Term, Non-Permanent
Location: Fairbanks, Alaska
Closing Date: February 22, 2018 at 5:00 PM Alaska Time

The Alaska Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys (DGGS) is recruiting for a Geologist I to help the Survey preserve its legacy of samples and data for future research. Using GIS, the incumbent will harvest sample locations and information from scanned oversized maps. DGGS database programmers will then associate the sample locations and data with DGGS samples stored at the Geologic Materials Center in Anchorage and in DGGS’ various databases.

Dates needed: March 1 – June 30, 2018

Hours: 30-37.5 hours per week, 37.5 hours preferred

Key responsibilities include the following:
  • Scan oversize maps
  • Digitize sample locations using ArcGIS 10.5.1
  • Record important information about the maps in DGGS’ online archiving application

Position requirements:
  • Experience using ArcGIS software
  • Proficiency using Microsoft Word and Excel
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
  • A basic understanding of geologic terms
  • Ability to work independently

For specific information in reference to the position please contact:
Name: Jennifer Athey
Email: jennifer.athey@alaska.gov