[Geolalumni] FW: Job announcement - Geophysicist - Washington Geological Survey

[Bernard Housen]

Hello GeoPeople,
I hope the start of June is treating you all well. I am writing to let you know about a great opportunity for a two-year position with the WA-DNR, for someone with at least a BS/BA in Geophysics or Geology, and some subsequent experience in using geophysical (seismic is best) methods. The DNR has been working for the past few years on some very nice, and beneficial projects to use active source (sledge hammer) seismic methods to analyze surface waves, and to then use those data to determine the S-wave velocity in the subsurface- that is then used to determine the IBC seismic site class for K-12 schools throughout the state. We have been including this method in the Applied Geophysics course for the past two years, but anyone with at least some understanding seismic refraction work should consider this opportunity.

So, please read the attached, and the forwarded message, and reach out to Travis West at the DNR if you have particular questions.

Bernie


From: West, Travis (DNR) <Travis.West at dnr.wa.gov>
Sent: Friday, June 2, 2023 10:33 AM
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Subject: Job announcement - Geophysicist - Washington Geological Survey

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Hello,

The Washington Geological Survey (WGS) is seeking a Natural Resource Scientist 3 level geophysicist to join a team working on our School Seismic Safety Project<https://www.dnr.wa.gov/school-seismic-safety>. This project is helping to assess seismic vulnerability at schools across the State of Washington by collecting valuable geologic/geophysical information for schools, engineers, and researchers responsible for evaluating the earthquake resiliency at school structures. Please see the attachment for position details and requirements.
Position summary and salary- WGS is seeking to hire one Natural Resource Scientist 3 position: The position will be two years from July 2023-June 2025. A monthly salary range for this position is $5,268.00 - $7,085.00 depending on experience.

  *   There will be a 4% salary increase for all state employees effective July 1, 2023 (this is not reflected in the salary ranges listed above)
  *   Per diem (food) and lodging reimbursement will be compensated while traveling when allowable per agency policy. Agency vehicles will be provided for field work.
Location- Position is based in Olympia, WA; Field work will be conducted at school campuses across the state and will require frequent overnight travel.
Working conditions and schedule- Work setting is field (outdoor - usually ~50%) and office (indoor - usually ~50%). This position requires repeated swinging of a 16 lb. sledgehammer onto a metal plate that is resting on the ground on a daily basis, and the position requires the ability to lift equipment as heavy as 50 lbs. Field terrain is usually flat grassy ball fields but occasionally could include undulatory and uneven ground requiring moderate hiking carrying or moving equipment.
Extensive in-state, with occasional out-of-state travel is required. Driving can be a big component of the job, with 50+ miles daily driving during fieldwork and the potential for occasional overnight stays. These positions usually work four ten-hour days per week.
To Apply-

  *   Applications are submitted through Careers.wa.gov<https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/washington/jobs/4065988/natural-resource-scientist-3-geophysicist?department%5b0%5d=Dept.%20of%20Natural%20Resources&sort=PostingDate%7CDescending&pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs> (Job number, 2023-6-PL02) and are due no later than 11:59 pm on June 15, 2023.
  *   Email questions to: Travis West, Project Manager - School Seismic Safety Project, Geologic Hazards Program, Washington Geological Survey; 360-764-0347; travis.west at dnr.wa.gov<mailto:travis.west at dnr.wa.gov>
  *   Ensure you meet the required qualifications (see attachments)
Telephone interviews will be conducted in late June; work starts in early July.

Loyd "Travis" West, Geophysicist
Washington Geological Survey
1111 Washington St SE, MS 47007
Olympia, WA 98504-7007
Cell: 360-764-0347
Travis.West at dnr.wa.gov<mailto:Travis.West at dnr.wa.gov>

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