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The Alaska Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys (DGGS) is seeking a senior-level geologist to manage an applied coastal hazards research program, conduct studies of potential geologic hazards, and manage geologic field project teams throughout the state of Alaska. The successful applicant will use expertise in advanced principles of surficial geology, geomorphology, and engineering geology to prepare and publish maps and reports on natural hazards in Alaska, with a special emphasis on the coastal environment. The successful applicant will work independently or collaboratively in all aspects of this work, from writing proposals and compiling published data to collecting new field data and preparing maps and reports for publication.
               
Application Period: 09/15/2009 through 11/02/2009, or until filled
Location: Fairbanks, Alaska
Salary: $5,537.00 monthly
Job Status: Full-time, permanent
 
Employment with the State of Alaska includes competitive benefits such as medical, dental, vision and life insurance, 11 paid holidays annually, 2 days’ personal leave accrual monthly, 2 retirement plans and other optional benefits.
 
*** Moving expense benefit included! ***
 
For more information and application instructions, please go to Workplace Alaska at www.workplace.alaska.gov and see the Geologist IV position in Fairbanks.
 
ABOUT US: Alaska relies on the Alaska Department of Natural Resources’ Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys (DGGS) to collect and distribute information about the state's geologic resources and hazards. Our geologists and support staff are leaders in researching Alaska's geology and implementing technological tools to most efficiently collect, interpret, publish, archive, and disseminate that information to the public.  For more information about DGGS, go to: www.dggs.dnr.state.ak.us
 
ABOUT FAIRBANKS: Fairbanks is Alaska’s second largest community and residents commonly refer to it as the “Golden Heart of Alaska.” Due to its central location, Fairbanks has become the transportation, trade and service center for the vast Interior region encompassing some 200,000 square miles. For more information about living and working in Fairbanks, go to: www.fairbankschamber.org/live_work.