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We are looking to hire a brilliant GEOLOGIST to join our all-star team at Arizona Management System (Ams) in Phoenix, AZ.
Growing your career as a Full Time GEOLOGIST is a great opportunity to develop useful skills.
If you are strong in adaptability, persuasion and have the right initiative for the job, then apply for the position of GEOLOGIST at Arizona Management System (Ams) today!

AZ STATE LAND DEPARTMENTSince its inception in 1915, the Arizona State Land Department has been entrusted with managing approximately 9.2 million acres of State Trust lands scattered throughout Arizona. The Common Schools (K-12) are the largest beneficiary entitled to approximately 87% of the land and receiving close to 90% of State Trust Land revenues. Through the application of sound stewardship, and effective business management principles, the Land Department can succeed in its mission of responsibly managing the assets of a multi-generational perpetual Trust in alignment with the interests of the beneficiaries and Arizona's future. Are you ready to join us in our mission?
Please apply today!
For general information, visit our website: www.azland.gov
1110 West Washington, Suite 510 Phoenix, AZ 85007
GEOLOGISTAZ STATE LAND DEPARTMENT Job Location:
Address:  1110 West Washington Street, Suite 510 Phoenix, AZ 85007 Posting Details:
Salary:  $60,000 - $65,000
Grade: 20
Closing Date: Open Until Business Needs Are Met Job Summary:

The Arizona State Land Department manages more than 10,000 leases, permits, rights of ways, sales and other contracts relating to the management use and disposition of 9.2 million acres of State Trust lands. State Trust lands are lands granted to the State of Arizona pursuant to the federal Enabling Act. The Trust lands are held in Trust for the common public schools and 13 other public institutions. Any use or disposition of Trust lands must benefit the Trust's beneficiaries.Under the direction of the Minerals Section Manager, the Geologist II is responsible for permitting and leasing of State Trust land under several state-wide programs, including Mineral Exploration Permits, Mineral Leases, Common Variety Mineral Materials Leases, Oil and Gas Leases, Geothermal Energy Leases, and Special Land Use Permits for exploration and mining related purposes primarily on split estate lands where the Department controls only the surface estate. The work primarily processes the different permits, leases and geologic field operation plans. The position involves the hard rock mineral/sand & gravel industry, inspection of exploration activities, drilling sites, mining operations and reclamation and performs related work as required.
This position may offer the ability to work remotely, within Arizona, based upon the department's business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures.
The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust.  Across our many agencies, boards, and commissions, many State employees participate in the State's Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces.  All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.

Job Duties:
Summary of Duties
• Process applications:
o Exploration of oil and gas, hard rock (copper, gold, silver, etc.), sand and gravel and geothermal resources
o Mining including hard rock and sand and gravel
o Production of oil and gas and geothermal resources
o Special land use permits (SLUPs) when the State only owns the surface
• Process Geologic Field Operation Plan(s):
o Review proposed exploration sampling plans for all types of permits and leases
o Review proposed reclamation plans for the activities proposed above
• Conduct site visits to current and future applications, currently open, soon to be closed and legacy operations. These site visits include:
o Lease extensions to sand and gravel mines
o Lease renewals for hard rock mines
o During reclamation of soon to be closed mines (both hard rock and sand and gravel)
o During exploration projects
o Pre-mining to observe current conditions prior to disturbance
o Prepares site visit memorandum documenting conditions and observations which would include figures and photographs
• Review Mineral Development Report(s) that describe the following:
o Geologic and geographic data
o Geological, geophysical and topographic maps
o Resource and reserve estimations
o Location of mining facilities and infrastructure
o Type of mining and processing facilities
o Estimated mine life
o Cultural resource, native plant and biologic surveys
o Access and impacts to the nearby area
o Potential impacts to groundwater and surface water
o Reclamation plan
• Communicate and interface with other Department divisions and sections, other federal, state and local agencies, and public entities. Communicates via e-mail, telephone and/or letter with applicants and lessees to answer questions and resolve problems, or to answer general questions regarding the application and leasing processes, or other Minerals Section programs.
• Apply the principles, theories, and concepts of the Arizona Management System (process improvement); actively participating in daily group huddles and huddle board updates; continually identifying areas for process and quality improvement; adhering to established standard work and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned as related to the position.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):
Knowledge: Knowledge of geology pertaining to the following areas:mineral and mineral material valueappraisal methodologyreclamation practiceswater availability and utilizationpetroleum exploration and drillinggeologic field equipment, tools, and instrumentsrelated geologic and engineering principles and practicesMineral deposits including type, kind and theories as to genesisSampling methods, analytical techniques and appropriate applicationsBasic principles and practices of miningEconomics of mineral commodities, their uses, value, demand and production methods and costsUnderstanding of mineral resource availability within the state, nation and worldUnderstanding of mining rules and procedures and governmental agency policiesUnderstanding of appraisal theory and methodology and mineral valuationSkills: Speak and write effectivelyPreparation of technical memorandumEstablish and maintain effective working relationships with various levels of government, mining companies and the general publicBasic computer literacy skills:
o Microsoft Word
o Microsoft Excel
o Microsoft PowerPoint
o Geographic information systems – ArcView/ArcMap
o Customer Relationship Management (CRM) software – Salesforce and ViewCenterAbilities: Implement, evaluate and revise standard workOrganize and accomplish the activities in a work planProvide effective and responsive customer serviceBalance, prioritize and organize multiple tasksWork collaboratively in teams and across organizationsSynthesize feedback and adjust plans accordinglyBuild strong relationships with both internal and external customersAbility to travel in rugged and remote terrain, drive a 4-wheel drive vehicle, read topographic maps and aerial photographsPrepare maps and diagrams illustrating field relationships and/or conceptsConceptualize and model ore deposits in terms of geology, operations and economicsMake oral presentations of projects and programs with appropriate props and illustrations Selective Preference(s):
A Bachelor's Degree in Geology or a mining-related field is required. An advanced degree and a minimum of 3 years of experience in hard rock minerals is preferred; mining related job experience helpful. Additional years of experience may be substituted for the advanced degree.
Pre-Employment Requirements:
If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job, then the following requirements apply.  Any employee operating a motor vehicle on State business must possess and retain a current, valid class-appropriate driver's license, complete all required training, and successfully pass all necessary driver's license record checks. The license must be current, unexpired, and neither revoked nor suspended. Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver's license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records, and must complete all required driver training. An employee who operates a personally owned vehicle on state business shall maintain the statutorily required liability insurance (see Arizona Administrative Code (A.A.C.) R2-10-207.11).
All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

Benefits:
Sick leaveVacation with 10 paid holidays per yearHealth and dental insuranceRetirement planLife insurance and long-term disability insurance.Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance
For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page Retirement:
Positions in this classification participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS).Participation is a mandatory condition of employment for all employees who meet the eligibility and membership criteria as defined in statute.Enrollment eligibility will become effective after 27 weeks of employment.The current contribution rate is 12.17%
Contact Us:
If you have trouble applying for this position, please email View email address on azstatejobs.gov for assistance.
The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.  Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by calling (602) View phone number on azstatejobs.gov.  Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation


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