Remote Exploration Geologist Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $30.62 - $36.34 Hourly Location : Anchorage or Fairbanks, AK Job Type: Full Time Job Number: 53987 Department: Transportation and Public Facilities Division: NRD-Right of Way and Utilities Opening Date: 05/29/2026 Closing Date: 6/12/2026 5:00 PM Alaska Division: Northern Region Design and Engineering Services Position Open To: Alaska Residents Only Bargaining Unit: General Government Range: 16 / 18 Job Description ATTENTION ALASKA RESIDENTS ONLY! The Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF) Northern Region Design and Engineering Services is looking for an Engineering Geologist 1/2 to help us Keep Alaska Moving! Base Salary for Anchorage Engineering Geologist 1: $30.62/ hourly (OT Eligible) Engineering Geologist 2: $35.28 / hourly (OT Eligible) Base Salary for Fairbanks Engineering Geologist 1: $31.54 / hourly (OT Eligible) Engineering Geologist 2: $36.34 / hourly (OT Eligible) What you will be doing:

• Geotechnical Investigations, assist with field investigations for highways and airports, including site assessments, soil sampling, and subsurface condition evaluation.
• Planning & Coordination, help prepare exploration plans, acquire permits, and coordinate with drilling teams and suppliers.
• Data Collection & Reporting, record field data, generate test hole logs, and assist in analyzing soil and surface mapping data using software tools.
• Geophysical Surveys & Reporting, conduct basic geophysical surveys (CCR and GPR), assist in writing geologic reports, and provide data for senior geologists.
• Other Duties, Attend training, assist with public inquiries, and perform various tasks as needed to support fieldwork.

Our organization, mission, and culture: The State of Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities' mission is to Keep Alaska Moving. We are working toward a modern, adaptable, flexible transportation system that will be resilient as we tackle our challenges. We believe collaboration, communication, and coordination increase our ability to succeed. Creating teams that are focused on results, working together, and leveraging resources across our department, with community and private sector partnerships, increases our ability to accomplish our mission and serve Alaskans. The benefits of joining our team: At the Alaska Department of Transportation & Public Facilities (DOT&PF), we support employee well-being with generous leave, paid holidays, flexible scheduling, and a strong work-life balance. Employees enjoy meaningful work that helps build and maintain Alaska's infrastructure, along with opportunities for career growth, job stability, health coverage, retirement benefits, and annual pay increases. The DOT&PF core values are integrity, excellence, and respect. We support an environment focused on teamwork and collaboration to achieve results. We succeed in achieving our transportation mission through building credibility with our customers, stakeholders, and the public. The State of Alaska has a generous benefits package and an excellent retirement plan. Please see here for more information: The working environment you can expect: This position is ideally located in Fairbanks, which houses the Northern Region's design, construction, maintenance, and support teams across multiple buildings, all within walking distance along Peger Road. Alternatively, this position can also be filled in Anchorage at the Tudor Center Drive complex. Working at the Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF) offers a uniquely challenging and rewarding environment. With Alaska's diverse and expansive terrain, coupled with its extreme weather conditions, employees of the DOT&PF can work in various locations, including remote locations and urban centers, addressing a wide range of transportation needs. Their roles demand adaptability and resourcefulness as they maintain and improve roads, bridges, airports, ports, and public facilities in a state known for rugged terrain and extreme seasonal changes. This work not only presents professionals with a range of fascinating challenges but also allows them to contribute to developing and maintaining critical infrastructure against the backdrop of Alaska's breathtaking natural beauty, reflecting a strong commitment to safety and environmental responsibility. Who we are looking for: To be successful in this position, the selected applicant will possess the following core competencies:

• Writing: Recognizes or uses correct English grammar, punctuation, and spelling; communicates information (for example, facts, ideas, or messages) in a brief, clear, and organized manner; produces written information, which may include technical material, that is appropriate for the intended audience.
• Geotechnical Engineering: Knowledge of the concepts, principles, theories, and methods related to the investigation and evaluation of subsurface soil or geologic conditions and properties for the purpose of designing stable foundation systems, earthen structures, or the remediation of subsurface conditions.
• Self-Management: Sets well-defined and realistic personal goals; displays a high level of initiative, effort, and commitment towards completing assignments in a timely manner; works with minimal supervision; is motivated to achieve; demonstrates responsible behavior.
• Oral and Written Communication: Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral and written presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately.
• Geology: Knowledge of the concepts, principles, and theories of the origins and structure of the earth, including the physical forces that have shaped it and its physical and organic history.

To view the general description and example of duties for positions please go to the following link: Minimum Qualifications Engineering Geologist 1: A bachelor's degree from an accredited college in geology, geological engineering, or a closely related subdiscipline. Engineering Geologist 2: A bachelor's degree from an accredited college in geology, geological engineering, or a closely related subdiscipline. AND One year of professional engineering geology experience. This experience is met by service as an Engineering Geologist with the State of Alaska or the equivalent with another employer. OR A master's degree from an accredited college in geology, engineering geology, or geological engineering. Additional Required Information **NOTE: PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY** At time of application, applicants are requested to provide:

• Copy of academic transcripts (unofficial are okay, please ensure that the institution name/URL is listed on the transcript) to verify that you meet the minimum qualifications.
  • If you are unable to attach transcripts to your application, please email to Hiring Manager.
  • additional information: Closely related subdiscipline includes but are not limited to environmental science, geophysics, etc.

At time of interview, applicants are requested to provide:

• A current copy of your driver's license.

ALASKA RESIDENTS ONLY Please be sure to check our to determine if you qualify. SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS:This recruitment utilizes a supplemental questionnaire as part of the application process. The answers you provide to the questions will be an opportunity for you to tell us about your experience and/or education. The answers will be used to determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment and selection process. FLEXIBLY STAFFED: This position is flexibly staffed. This vacancy may be filled at either the 1 or 2 level, depending on the applicant's training and/or experience. The full range of salaries is listed above. Starting salary will be determined by the level the position is hired at. If filled at Level 1, promotion to the Level 2 will occur upon successful completion of the probationary period and required training, as well as the applicant meeting the minimum qualifications of the higher job class. EDUCATION: To verify education is being used to meet and/or support the required minimum qualifications/competencies, you must fill in the Education section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree, please indicate the number of units completed. Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials used to meet or support the minimum qualifications/competencies for a position and are required with each application. (Unofficial is okay; please ensure the institution/URL name is listed on the transcripts). Transcripts can be attached at the time of application or provided at the time of interview; if not, transcripts will be required before employment. SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above requirements, if applicable. If utilizing this education you must show that the education credentials have been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and that such education has been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs; or an accredited U.S. state university reports the other institution as one whose transcript is given full value, or full value is given in subject areas applicable to the curricula at the state university. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying. WORK EXPERIENCE:If using work experience not already documented in your application, also provide the employer's name, your job title, dates of employment, and whether full-or part-time. Applications will be reviewed to determine if the responses are supported, and minimum qualifications are clearly met. If they are not, the applicant may not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment. NOTE: Attaching a resume or curriculum vitae is not an alternative to filling out the application in its entirety. Noting "see resume or CV" or any similar response on any portion of your application may lead to a determination your application is incomplete and removal from consideration for this job posting. EEO STATEMENT:The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities, who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call 1-800-587-0430 or 465-4095 in Juneau or (907) 465-3412 (TTY) or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at: P. O. Box 110201, Juneau, AK 99811-0201. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer. Contact Information For specific information about this position, please contact the hiring manager at the following: Name: Chris Bruns, Chief Engineering Geologist Phone: (907) 451-5376 Email: Careers with the State of Alaska offer MANY benefits The following information describes typical benefits available to employees of the State of Alaska. Actual benefits received may differ by bargaining unit or branch of government, position type, or be prorated for other than full time work. For a quick breakdown of the insurance, health, and retirement benefits available for State Employees you can view an (Please note this video is specifically designed for new State Employees.) Insurance Benefits

• Health insurance, which includes employer contributions toward medical/vision/dental
  • The following employee groups are under AlaskaCare Benefits administered by the State: See for additional information.
    • AVTEC
    • Confidential
    • Correctional Officers
    • Marine Engineers
    • Mt. Edgecumbe Teachers
    • Supervisory
    • Unlicensed Vessel Personnel/Inland Boatman's Union
    • Exempt employees (not covered by collective bargaining)
  • The following employee groups are covered by Union health trusts. Contact the appropriate Union for additional information.
    • General Government
    • Labor, Trades and Crafts
    • Public Safety Employees Association
    • Masters, Mates & Pilots
• Employer paid Basic Life insurance with additional coverage available (amount depends on Bargaining Unit)

Optional Insurance Benefits

• Group-based insurance premiums for
  • Term life (employee, spouse or qualified same sex partner, and dependents)
  • Long-term and short-term disability
  • Accidental Death and Dismemberment
  • Long-term care (self and eligible family members)
  • Supplemental Survivor Benefits
• Employee-funded flexible spending accounts for tax savings on eligible health care or dependent care expenses

Retirement Benefits

• Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Teachers' Retirement System (TRS)
• Matching employer contribution into a defined contribution program (new employees)
• Employer contribution into a defined benefit or defined contribution program (current employees)
• Contributions to the Alaska Supplemental Annuity Plan in lieu of contributions to Social Security
• Option to enroll in the Alaska Deferred Compensation Program
• Note: The Defined Contribution Plan, Supplemental Annuity Plan and Deferred Compensation Program offer a variety of investment options

See for additional information Paid Leave & Other Benefits

• Personal leave with an accrual rate increase based on time served
• Twelve (12) paid holidays a year

01 To meet the minimum qualifications for this position you must have a bachelor's degree from an accredited college in geology, geological engineering, or a closely related subdiscipline. Have you attached your transcripts to your application or emailed it to the hiring manager?

• Yes, I have attached my bachelor's degree to my application.
• Yes, I have emailed my bachelor's degree to the hiring manager.
• No, I do not have a bachelor's degree.

02 Please indicate which level(s) you wish to be considered for?

• Engineering Geologist 1
• Engineering Geologist 2
• All Levels

03 This position can be located in either Fairbanks or Anchorage, please indicate what location you would like to be considered for.

• Anchorage
• Fairbanks

Required Question