Geotechnical Services Leader (Natural Resource Specialist 4)

Initial Posting Date:

05/13/2026

Application Deadline:

05/28/2026

Agency:

Department of Geology and Mineral Industries

Salary Range:

$6,276 - $9,644

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Geotechnical Services Leader (Natural Resource Specialist 4)

Job Description:

Now Hiring, Apply Today! - Geotechnical Services Leader  (Natural Resource Specialist 4)

Compensation:

• Salary:  $6,276 - $9,644 Monthly (based on education and experience)

• Differentials:

  • Special Licensure: Those holding an Oregon Registered Geologist certification* earn 5% above base rate

What You’ll Do

As the Geotechnical Services Leader at the Oregon Department of Geology and Mineral Industries (DOGAMI), you will build momentum towards shovel-ready geologic carbon sequestration, hydrogen, and geothermal resource projects in Oregon by compiling and synthesizing regional geological, geophysical, and subsurface geologic information.  This role leads complex high-profile, short and long-term applied research investigations in decarbonization geoscience, including geologic carbon sequestration, hydrogen, and geothermal systems characterization.  

Responsibilities include overall management and delivery of geotechnical services, including scientific drilling, with internal teams, external collaborators, project partners, and contractors. You will perform technical review and management of contractor reports, geophysical and petrological data obtained from exploration wells, and project deliverables, track project progress, budgets, schedules, and deliverables, prepare and participate in meetings with technical and non-technical teams, government agencies, contractors, and interested parties, and contribute to project review, reporting, and publication of results.

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What We Are Looking For

Minimum Qualifications:

• Three years of experience in geology, geomorphology, geography, or closely related physical science. At least one year of the experience must be at a technical or professional level performing activities in a natural resource program such as researching and analyzing data, conducting investigations, applying pertinent laws and regulations, or coordinating and monitoring project activities; AND  A Bachelor's degree in geology, geomorphology, geography, or closely related physical science or three additional years of related (pertinent) experience.

Equivalency Notes:

A Master's degree in geology, geomorphology, geography, or closely related physical science will substitute for up to one year of the required experience.

A Doctorate degree in geology, geomorphology, geography, or closely related physical science will substitute for up to two years of the required experience.
 

NOTE: If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications, a photocopy of transcripts will be requested prior to hire.

Special Qualifications and Compensation Note:

*Licensed Geologist: The successful candidate must have or obtain their Oregon