Decarbonization Projects Leader (Natural Resource Specialist 4)

Initial Posting Date:

12/04/2025

Application Deadline:

12/14/2025

Agency:

Department of Geology and Mineral Industries

Salary Range:

$6,123 - $9,409

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Decarbonization Projects Leader (Natural Resource Specialist 4)

Job Description:

Now Hiring, Apply Today! - Decarbonization Projects Leader (Natural Resource Specialist 4)

Compensation:

• Salary:  $6,123 - $9,409 Monthly (based on education and experience)

• Differentials:

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

  • Lead Work: 5% above base rate

What You’ll Do

As the Decarbonization Projects Leader at the Oregon Department of Geology and Mineral Industries (DOGAMI), you will lead efforts to advance geologic carbon sequestration, hydrogen, and geothermal projects. This role involves day-to-day leadership of the focus area and close collaboration with agency leadership, DOGAMI staff, project partners, federal, tribal, state, and local agencies, contractors, and the public. Key responsibilities include managing multiple complex projects, coordinating technical teams, overseeing specialized drilling and geoanalytical services, reviewing scientific reports, navigating regulatory processes, and tracking project progress, budgets, and deliverables. The position, in collaboration with the DOGAMI Public Affairs Coordinator, will organize, lead, and participate in meetings with interdisciplinary technical and non-technical teams, government agencies, contractors, and other interested parties.

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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 Registered Geologist certification within one year from the date they are appointed, a 5% salary differential will be added to the posted compensation for this license.

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