Geologist Salary In Jobs in Indiana (NOW HIRING)

The essential functions of this role are as follows:

• Direct a technical staff in the creation, collection, documentation, archiving, and presentation of scientific and engineering data related to flood hazards, topography, and water resources in Indiana.
• Coordinate with technical professional support staff (hydraulic engineers, engineering geologists, technicians, project managers, environmental reviewers) and non-technical professional staff (attorneys and administrative) to address and prioritize the surveying and data needs of their projects.
• Establish goals and schedules consistent with best practices, procedures, and policies of the profession.
• Plan, estimate, and direct surveys for map modernization flood insurance study revisions.
• Retain proficiency in all section staff as the technology of the profession evolves.
• Review the surveying aspects of construction plans, specifications, design reports, and technical data.
• Generate, and review maps, plats, plans, specifications, design reports, and technical data for appropriate creation, collection, and presentation of scientific and engineering data related to flood hazards, topography, and water resources.
• Advise and direct during flood emergencies the setting of high-water marks and/or other work to preserve the historic data about the flood event.
• Develop, establish, and/or update multi-disciplinary procedures and policies enhancing the day-to-day operation of the section.
• Understand and interpret relevant federal and state laws, rules, and programs.
• Participate in field and office meetings related to surveying and mapping.
• Provide wise counsel to individuals or groups seeking understanding of surveying related issues.
• Prepare well-written reports, letters, and memos on findings.
• Present surveying and mapping information in public forums and seminars.
• Train staff and reviewing staff work.
• Develop and document technical evidence for enforcement activities, as violation activities are found, pursued, and evolve.
• Provide expert testimony for legal and legislative initiatives.
• Identify program-related needs.
• Formulate new methodologies and developing long-term strategies.

The job description 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.

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.

The ideal candidate in this role should minimally have either 

• An Associates or Bachelor’s Degree in Land Surveying Engineering, Geomatics, or Geodesy and a minimum of 4+ years of technical work experiences. Or 
• A Master’s Degree may substitute for 1 year of work experience. Or 
• A Doctorate Degree may substitute for 2 years of work experiences. And 
• Must be licensed as a Professional Surveyor in Indiana. And 
• Work experience must include all aspects of field survey data collection, office analysis and computations based on the field data, and final presentation of the finished product in a format usable to the customer. Experience with both total stations, GPS and differential leveling, and both 2nd and 3rd order levels, is required.

Related certifications and coursework may be considered for education or experience.

• Specialized knowledge of geometry, trigonometry, and surveying. 
• Considerable knowledge of engineering principles and practices.
• Considerable knowledge of right-of-way Engineering techniques.
• Considerable knowledge of laws, policy and procedure pertaining to surveying, right-of-way engineering and real estate
• Basic knowledge of the various methods that are utilized in the acquisition of land and associated properties.
• Skill in the operation of all types of surveying instruments
• Ability to apply principles to solve practical, everyday problems.
• Ability to read, copy and record figures.
• Ability to gather, collate and classify data. 
• Ability to handle routine and sensitive inquiries from, and contacts with government officials, property owners and contractors. 
• Ability to act as a lead worker and instruct lower-level surveyors and technicians in methods and procedures used to develop right-of-way plans. 
• Able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.