Temporary Engineering Geologist Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $101,455.00 - $181,823.00 Annually
Location : CITY OF LOS ANGELES, CA
Job Type: FULL-TIME
Job Number: 7253 O 2026/09/04 R
Department: ALL DEPARTMENTS
Opening Date: 09/04/2026
Closing Date: 9/17/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
DUTIES
ANNUAL SALARY
$101,455 to $126,052; $113,461 to $140,981; $107,239 to $156,808; $116,573 to $170,443
The salary in the Department of Water and Power is $105,590 to $131,189; $125,426 to $155,827; $136,158 to $169,169; $146,327 to $181,823
NOTES:

1. Candidates from the eligible list are normally appointed to vacancies in the lower pay grade positions.
2. Annual salary is at the start of the pay range. The current salary range is subject to change. Please confirm the starting salary with the hiring department before accepting a job offer.
3. For information regarding reciprocity between the City of Los Angeles departments and LADWP, go to https://personnel.lacity.gov/Reciprocity_CityDepts_and_DWP.pdf.

DUTIES
An Engineering Geologist Associate performs professional engineering geological investigations and studies in connection with the design and construction of tracts, dams, reservoirs, tank sites, buildings, streets and highways, tunnels, electric power generating plants, transmission towers, distributing stations and other structures; makes precise geological maps; classifies rock and soil samples; investigates water-bearing strata and geothermal prospects, geologic hazards including landslides, and technical geologic aspects of legal questions; applies geologic standards to evaluate underground conditions and environmental aspects of sites and the cleanup of underground contamination; and applies hydrogeologic standards to characterize groundwater and hydrogeologic conditions of sites.
REQUIREMENT(S)/MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S)
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in geology or engineering geology.
PROCESS NOTES

1. College seniors who are within six months of graduation from an accredited college or university at the time of filing may apply. However, candidates cannot be appointed until they submit proof of having received their degree. Applicants must list their anticipated graduation date in the Education section of the on-line application.
2. As a condition of employment, a valid Class C driver's license issued by the California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is required at the time of appointment. Applicants will be disqualified or deemed ineligible for hire if their DMV record reflects three or more moving violations and/or at-fault accidents, or a conviction of a major moving violation within the last 36 months in any state of jurisdiction. The City of Los Angeles reserves the right to issue a notice of disqualification or ineligibility at any time before a final job offer is extended.
3. Applicants must list their school name and location, type of degree earned and major in the Education Section of the application. Applicants who fail to provide this information on their application will not be considered further in this examination and their applications will not be processed.
4. Please note that qualifying education must be from a school accredited by a City of Los Angeles recognized agency. A list of approved accrediting agencies can be found at https://personnel.lacity.gov/Accredited%20Institutions%2008-21-08.pdf.
5. Candidates completing the examination process will be contacted by the Personnel Department to provide required proof of qualifying degree. Applicants who wish to expedite this process may attach a copy of their qualifying degree to their on-line application at the time of filing in the Attachments section.
6. Appointments to Engineering Geologist Associate I positions will be made to temporary training positions in accordance with Section 5.30 of the Rules of the Board of Civil Service Commissioners. Employees with two years of full-time paid City experience as an Engineering Geologist Associate I will advance to the Engineering Geologist Associate II level.
7. Advancement to Engineering Geologist Associate III positions requires two years of full-time paid, professional experience at the level of Engineering Geologist Associate II and registration as a Professional Geologist with the California State Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Geologists. Engineering Geologist Associate III positions in the Department of Water and Power require possession of both Professional Geologist and Certified Engineering Geologist licenses issued by the California State Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Geologists.
8. In some City departments, employees may be required to travel to and work in areas outside of Southern California.

WHERE TO APPLY & APPLICATION DEADLINE
Applications will only be accepted on-line. When you are viewing the on-line job bulletin of your choice, simply scroll to the top of the page and select the "Apply" icon. On-line job bulletins are also available at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacity.
NOTE:
Applicants are urged to apply early to ensure you have time to resolve any technical issues you may encounter.
In accordance with Civil Service Rule 4.2, all applicants who apply may not be tested in this examination. To meet anticipated hiring needs, only a limited number of qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the selection process in the following order: 1) Applicants currently employed by the City of Los Angeles who meet the minimum requirements, or are on a reserve list; 2) Remaining applicants who meet the minimum requirements in sufficient numbers to meet hiring needs based on a random sampling of those qualified candidates. Applications submitted during the filing period may be kept on file in the event that additional applicants need to be tested to meet hiring needs.
APPLICATION DEADLINE
Applications must be received byTHURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 2026
SELECTION PROCESS
Examination Weight: Interview - 100%
The examination will consist entirely of an evaluation of professional and personal qualifications by interview. In the interview, the following competencies may be evaluated: Conscientiousness; Fact Finding; Results Orientation; Interpersonal Skills; Teamwork; Oral Communication; Written Communication; Job Knowledge, including knowledge of: geological concepts; historical and structural geology, petrology, seismology, paleontology, stratigraphy, petrography, hydrology, chemistry, and physics; rock and soil sampling methods sufficient to log boreholes, test pits, and trenches; geological surveying and mapping procedures, techniques, and equipment; equipment used by geologists such as microscopes, stereoscope, Brunton compass, global positioning system (GPS), and drafting and surveying instruments; methodology required to read topographic maps and aerial photographs; computer functions and common office software programs, such as word processing and computer-aided drafting (CAD); and other necessary skills, knowledge and abilities.
Additional job analysis information can be obtained by going to https://personnel.lacity.gov/jobs/job-analyses.cfm and clicking on Competencies under Engineering Geologist Associate.
Candidates will be notified by e-mail of the date, time, and location of the interviews, which may be held in Los Angeles or on-line. It is anticipated that interviews will begin during the period of MONDAY, NOVEMBER 9, 2026 to FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 20, 2026.
NOTES:

1. This examination is based on a validation study.
2. As a covered entity under the Fair Employment and Housing Act and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Los Angeles does not discriminate on the basis of disability and upon request, will provide reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access to its programs, services, and activities. To request a disability accommodation, please complete the Disability Accommodation Form within 14 calendar days of the submittal of the City application. The Disability Accommodation Form can be obtained at https://personnel.lacity.gov/exams/verify_disability.pdf.
3. Applications are accepted subject to review to ensure that minimum qualifications are met. Candidates may be disqualified at any time if it is determined that they do not possess the minimum qualifications stated on this bulletin.
4. A final average score of 70% is required to be placed on the eligible list.
5. Each successful candidate may be required to complete a medical examination prior to appointment.
6. In accordance with Civil Service Rule, Sec. 4.24, review periods may be combined. Candidates in the examination process may file protests as provided in Sec. 4.20, 4.22 and 4.23 as applicable and within the required time frame; however, the Personnel Department may respond to and resolve protests prior to the establishment of the eligible list.

Notice:
If you receive and accept an offer of employment to a regular position with the City of Los Angeles, your employee benefit coverage (including health and dental coverage as well as life insurance) will commence approximately six weeks after your original regular appointment. Not all positions in the City receive benefit coverage; you should inquire regarding the availability of employee benefits prior to accepting a position. All City employees are required to be Disaster Service Workers.
THIS EXAMINATION IS TO BE GIVEN ONLY
ON AN OPEN COMPETITIVE BASIS
The City of Los Angeles does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, creed, color, ancestry, medical condition (cancer), or Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome.
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I UNDERSTAND that I am required to describe, IN DETAIL, my appropriate qualifying experience in the Work Experience Section of my application.
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I am currently:

• A City of Los Angeles employee having received a regular appointment.
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• On a regular reserve list for the City of Los Angeles.
• Not employed with the City of Los Angeles.

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IMPORTANT EDUCATION NOTES:
Please read each note carefully before providing you response:
Bulletin Process Note #1: College seniors who are within six months of graduation from an accredited college or university at the time of filing may apply. However, candidates cannot be appointed until they submit proof of having received their degree. Applicants must list their anticipated graduation date in the Education section of the on-line application.
Bulletin Process Note #3: Applicants must list their school name and location, type of degree earned and major in the Education Section of the application. Applicants who fail to provide this information on their application will not be considered further in this examination and their applications will not be processed.
Bulletin Process Note #4: Please note that qualifying education must be from a school accredited by a City of Los Angeles recognized agency. A list of approved accrediting agencies can be found at https://personnel.lacity.gov/Accredited%20Institutions%2008-21-08.pdf.
Bulletin Process Note #5: Candidates completing the examination process will be contacted by the Personnel Department to provide required proof of qualifying