Geologist Supervisor

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Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, youll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, youll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

About the Department of Natural Resources (DNR):

The Indiana Department of Natural Resources protects, enhances, preserves, and wisely uses natural, cultural, and recreational resources for the benefit of Indianas citizens through professional leadership, management, and education. The Division of Water collects, maintains, and provides water resource information. This includes administering surface and groundwater resource assessments, alleviating flood disaster damages, regulating floodplain areas, reviewing dam and levee projects, and educating the community about water efforts and conservation.

Role Overview:

This position is responsible for supervising the Water Rights and Use Section at the Division of Water. This section is responsible for the administration and implementation of Indiana Codes on water rights investigations, well driller licensing, well construction standards, great lakes compact permit and approval processes, water shortage plan and sale of water program. Knowledge for this position encompasses regulatory requirements, hydrogeologic evaluations, policy development, stakeholder coordination, historical program decisions, and the interpretation and application of complex statutory provisions.

Salary:

The salary for this position traditionally starts at $75,010.00 but may be commensurate with education and work experience. Use our Compensation Calculator to view the total compensation package.

A Day in the Life:

The essential functions of this role are as follows:

• Establish goals and manage resources based on division guidelines and requirements.
• Provide geological consultation utilizing technical expertise regarding engineering geology, hydrogeology, and geology.
• Understand, interpret, and employ applicable State and Federal regulatory rules, guidance, and policies related to geological investigations and contaminant remediation.
• Ensure work schedules are properly coordinated and executed to maintain timely, consistent, support to projects and customers.
• Coordinate with a technical and non-technical staff to address all logistical and safety issues.
• Review project plans, specifications, design reports, and technical data for appropriate geologic, geotechnical, and hydrogeological elements and interpretation(s).
• Make recommendations and determinations based on hydraulic, geotechnical, structural, mechanical, and hydrogeological input that will impact the final outcome of projects.
• Direct technical staff on how to meet design standards and improve routine repair and maintenance with the goal of enhancing overall safety.
• Participate in pre-hearing conferences, provide testimony as expert witness in pre-trial depositions and hearings, and testify in administrative or court hearings.
• Participate in outreach opportunities for Agency staff, the regulated community, and to the general public.
• Oversee and participate in special research projects or grant studies.
• Negotiate with permit applicants to ensure regulatory program compliance.
• Recruit, select, onboard, and train employees to ensure role responsibilities and expectations are clearly understood while providing opportunities to continue professional development.
• Set expectations, measure progress, provide ongoing feedback, and evaluate the performance of employees. Ensure work adheres to quality standards, deadlines, and proper procedures.

The job profile is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

This position is exempt from overtime compensation for additional work hours which may be required to complete essential functions or other assigned work. Exempt employees may work more than 75 hours in a pay period without additional compensation and must report a minimum of 75 hours per pay period of work hours and/or paid leave taken to receive their base biweekly salary.

What Youll Need for Success:

Individuals in this role should minimally be able to articulate or demonstrate the following:

• Must be registered as a Licensed Professional Geologist in Indiana.
• Thorough knowledge of principles, practices, theories, and methodologies of geology, hydrogeology, and related fields.
• Thorough knowledge of and the ability to interpret and apply all applicable federal and state laws, environmental regulations, acts, and guidelines.
• Thorough knowledge of applied statistics, environmental design, geologic sampling, and interpretation of geologic analysis.
• Ability to plan, direct, assign, and review work of subordinate professional and technical staff.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with associates, consultants, governmental officials, industrial representatives, and the general public.
• Thorough knowledge of remedial and corrective action as it relates to various program areas.
• Ability to determine resolutions and new approaches to various geotechnical problems.
• Thorough knowledge of well hydraulics, ground water modeling, drinking water management, waste and wastewater management, and related regulations.
• Ability to delegate work, set clear direction, and manage workflow.
• Ability to effectively give feedback, provide guidance or corrective action, coach, and develop employee skillsets.

Bachelor's degree in Geology with an emphasis on Hydrogeology or Engineering Geology, Environmental Science, Petroleum Engineering, or a related area. Eight (8) years of experience in geology, hydrogeology, or related fields. At least three (3) years in an administrative, leadership, managerial, or supervisory capacity is preferred.

Individuals should have the ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:

This role may provide direct supervision for one or more staff members.

Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:

The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes:

• Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans

• Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards

• Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution

• Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match

• Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options

• A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:

• 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers

• Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave

• Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off

• 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years

• Education Reimbursement Program

• Group life insurance

• Referral Bonus program

• Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits

• Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

• Free Parking for most positions

• Free LinkedIn Learning access

Equal Employment Opportunity:

The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov.