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PHYSICAL SCIENTIST

Lakewood, CO · On-site +1

$129K/yr

Develop, maintain, and manage geophysical and geological databases, data archives containing geologic, geochemical, mine feature, and mine waste datasets to support mineral and energy resource ...

LSU AgCenter

Research Associate 3, 4, or 5

Energy, IL · On-site

LSUAM ORED - Louisiana Geological Survey (Gregory Brian Upton Jr. (00009417)) Work Location:3079 Energy, Coast, and Environment Building Pay Grade: This position supports the Louisiana Geological ...

ICF

Geologist - On Call - Florida

Orlando, FL · On-site +1

... Geological Survey (FGS) * Prepare a brief technical report summarizing the OGM assessment, including a GIS map exhibit (prepared by you or a GIS analyst) and supplementary information such as well ...

ICF

Geologist - On Call - Florida

Miami, FL · On-site +1

... Geological Survey (FGS) * Prepare a brief technical report summarizing the OGM assessment, including a GIS map exhibit (prepared by you or a GIS analyst) and supplementary information such as well ...

ICF

Geologist - On Call - Florida

Tallahassee, FL · On-site +1

... Geological Survey (FGS) * Prepare a brief technical report summarizing the OGM assessment, including a GIS map exhibit (prepared by you or a GIS analyst) and supplementary information such as well ...

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How much do geological survey jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for geological survey in the United States is $31.06, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $24.28 and $36.06 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a geological survey?

A Geological Survey job involves studying the Earth's structure, composition, and processes to gather data on natural resources, environmental conditions, and geological hazards. Professionals in this field conduct fieldwork, analyze samples, and use mapping technology to assess terrain. Their work supports industries like mining, construction, and environmental management, helping to ensure sustainable land use and hazard mitigation.

What does a geological survey do?

A typical day in a geological survey role can involve a combination of fieldwork and office-based tasks. You might spend part of your day collecting soil, rock, or water samples in various terrain and the other part analyzing your findings using specialized software or producing reports. Collaboration is common; you’ll often work in teams with other geologists, engineers, or environmental scientists. Field days can require travel and adaptability to weather and terrain, while office days focus more on data interpretation and communicating your results to stakeholders.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the geological survey position?

To excel in a Geological Survey role, you typically need a degree in geology or a related field, strong analytical skills, and practical experience with fieldwork and data collection. Familiarity with GIS software, remote sensing tools, and GPS equipment is essential, and certifications in field safety or hazardous materials may be required. Attention to detail, critical thinking, and effective communication are valuable soft skills in this field. These abilities ensure accurate data collection, sound analysis, and strong collaboration, which are vital for successful geological projects.

How to become a geological surveyor?

To become a geological surveyor, typically a bachelor's degree in geology, earth sciences, or a related field is required. Gaining experience through internships, developing skills in mapping and data analysis, and obtaining relevant certifications can enhance job prospects; some roles may require a master's degree or professional licensure depending on the region.
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Infographic showing various Geological Survey job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 80% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $64,602 per year, or $31.1 per hour.

Supervisory Hydrologic Technician

A-Z List | U.S. Geological Survey

Baton Rouge, LA • On-site

$89K/yr

Full-time, Part-time

Posted 9 days ago

Job description

You will serve as a Supervisory Hydrologic Technician with Geological Survey.

This position is located within the Department of the Interior, U.S. Geological Survey, Southeast Region, you will work with one if the following water science center's dependent on duty location for which you're selected:
South Atlantic Water Science Center
Central Midwest Water Science Center
Caribbean-Florida Water Science Center
Oklahoma-Texas Water Science Center
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Qualifications:All qualifications must be met by the closing date of this announcement - 08/14/2026-unless otherwise stated in this vacancy announcement. Competitive candidates must also meet Time-in-Grade requirements as defined in 5 CFR 300, Subpart F.
For current Federal employees, if hours worked per week are not included on your resume, you must submit a non-award SF-50 as part of your application to be used to validate your work schedule and determine the amount of specialized experience that you will be granted. An award SF-50 will not be acceptable documentation for which to consider your amount of qualifying experience. For periods of time that reflect military service, the DD-214 or Statement of Service is sufficient to meet the work schedule requirement as the service dates will be reflected. For all other applicants who are not current federal employees, your resume must state either "full-time" (or "40 hours a week") or "part-time" with the number of hours worked per week to ensure proper crediting of specialized experience.

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Minimum Qualification Requirements: To qualify for this position, you must meet the following minimum qualifications:

To qualify for this position at the GS-12 grade level:
Experience: To qualify, you must possess at least one full year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 level in the Federal service (obtained in either the public or private sectors). Specialized experience is defined as demonstrated experience: planning and conducting the computation and collection of data from approximately thirty or more gaging stations; determining stage-discharge relations, computing rating tables and mean daily, monthly and annual discharge rates from these stations. Acting as a party chief and making indirect measurements of flood flows under extremely difficult conditions. Collecting data including that required to compute flood flows by the slope-area method, by measurement of flow over dams, by flow through culverts and by flow over embankments. Obtaining hydrologic data from published and unpublished sources and conducting hydrologic studies relative to the frequency of flood and droughts. Planning and coordinating a ground water survey program for an area that may be either a small area with complex features or a larger area with planning and coordinating problems related to the scope of the ground water survey operations. You must include hours per week worked.
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Volunteer Experience: Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.Education:This position does not allow substituting education for experience.Employment Type: OTHER

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