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Licensed Professional Geologist

Salary

$67,736.00 - $102,905.00 Annually

Location

Dauphin County, PA

Job Type

Civil Service Permanent Full-Time

Job Number

CS-2025-29305-14931

Department

Game Commission

Division

GC Env Prmt Rvw Sectn

Opening Date

07/10/2025

Closing Date

7/24/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

14931

Position Number

00107655

Union

AFSCME

Bargaining Unit

B4

Pay Group

ST08

Bureau / Division Code

00236850

Bureau / Division

Oils, Gas and Minerals Division

Worksite Address

2001 Elmerton Avenue

City

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

17110

Contact Name

Julie Toth

Contact Phone

717.787.7836

Contact Email

[email protected]

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THE POSITION

Are you eager to further your professional career within the fascinating world of geology? The Pennsylvania Game Commission is seeking a motivated Licensed Professional Geologist to join the Oils, Gas, and Minerals Division and provide technical geologic and environmental management expertise. Apply today and play a key role in shaping the future of the Commonwealth's natural resources!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As a Licensed Professional Geologist, you will c onduct field inspections of sites actively being developed for mineral resources, in addition to e valuating and reviewing construction, erosion and sedimentation control, reclamation, revegetation, and other plans submitted by coal or mineral operators on State Game Lands with an emphasis on avoiding or minimizing impacts to wildlife, wildlife habitats, and sportsmen and outdoor recreationists. You will also m onitor and review coal and mineral resource recovery operations occurring on State Game Lands to ensure compliance with existing permits, leases and agreements, and to assess the impacts of such operations to wildlife populations, habitats, critical ecosystems, streams, springs, surface waters, and groundwater.

Excellent organizational skills are necessary to t rack and maintain accounting of lease royalties, rentals, and revenues generated from coal and mineral recovery operations on State Game Lands. This professional is also responsible for m anaging, auditing, and tracking State Game Land leases, agreements, and contracts to ensure compliance with provisions, terms, payments, and obligations. Within this role, it is essential to m aintain a working knowledge of the Pennsylvania Game and Wildlife Code, the Pennsylvania Game Commission Policy Manual and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Code, and various other federal and state regulations.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description (https://careers.employment.pa.gov/pd/PD\_NEOGOV.asp?p=00107655) .

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

+ Full-time employment

+ Work hours are 7:45 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 45-minute lunch.

+ Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to 2 days per week, upon successful completion of the 6-month training period. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg.

+ Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.

+ You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Special Requirements:

+ You must possess an active license as a professional geologist issued by the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists.

+ You must possess an active Pennsylvania non-commercial Class C driver's license or equivalent.

Other Requirements:

+ You must meet the PA residency requirement (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) . For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) and click on Residency.

+ You must be able to perform essential job functions.

How to Apply:

+ Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).

+ If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

+ Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.

+ Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans:

+ Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

+ 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

+ Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).

+ Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.

+ Your score is valid for this specific posting only.

+ You must provide complete and accurate information or:

+ your score may be lower than deserved.

+ you may be disqualified.

+ You may only apply/testoncefor this posting.

+ Your results will be provided via email.

Learn more about our Total Rewards by watching this shortvideo (https://www.youtube.com/embed/HtcSRnndflc?rel=0) !

See the total value of your benefits package by exploring ourbenefits calculator.

Health & Wellness

We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*

Compensation & Financial Planning

We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.

Work/Life Balance

We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*

Values and Culture

We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.

Employee Perks

Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.

For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visitwww.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.

*Eligibility rules apply.

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You must complete the supplemental question(s) below. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. Youmustcomplete the applicationandanswer the supplemental question(s). Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score.

All information you provide on your application and supplemental question(s) is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty.

Read the question(s) carefully. Determine and select the option that most closely represents your highest level of experience/training/certification. The option you choose must be clearly supported if requested.

If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the "Yes" button and proceed to the exam questions.

If you have general questions regarding the application and hiring process, please refer to ourFAQ page (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) .

+ Yes

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Do you possess a current driver's license which is not under suspension?

+ Yes

+ No

03

If you answered "Yes" to the above question, please provide your driver's license number, issuing state, and expiration date. If you answered "No", type N/A in the text box below.

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Do you possess a license as a professional geologist issued by the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists?

+ Yes

+ No

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If you answered "Yes" to the above quesion, youmustprovide your license number and expiration date. If you answered "No", type N/A in the text box below.

Required Question

Employer

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Address

613 North Street

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120

Website

http://www.employment.pa.gov