The Division of Engineering Services (DES), Geotechnical Services (GS) is seeking an Engineering Geologist (EG) in the Office of Geotechnical Support (OGS).
Under the direction of a Senior Engineering Geologist, the EG performs field and office work for geophysical and engineering geology studies. In this capacity, the EG conducts geophysical studies, field mapping, maintenance and calibration of geophysical equipment, implements solutions for technical testing problems, and works either as part of a team or independently as necessary to conduct field testing. The incumbent will receive overall supervision from a Senior Engineering Geologist (Geophysics Branch Chief), who provides general instructions for each assignment. The incumbent performs geophysical field investigations for foundation and roadway studies, fault investigations, landslide mitigation, cut slope design, groundwater surveys and other geotechnical studies. May also assist with conducting geologic mapping, landslide investigations, and other geologic studies. The incumbent must have knowledge of geophysical methods and applications, including seismic refraction and refraction tomography, resistivity, magnetometry, electromagnetics, ground penetrating radar and borehole geophysical logging. The applicant must be able to adapt non-destructive, geophysical methods to various types of investigations and to learn new methods. Additional desirable qualification includes general knowledge of rock mechanics, engineering geology fundamentals and site investigation protocol for both shallow and deep foundations of large structures.
Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the Engineering Geologist Exam. For those who do not have current eligibility (e.g., transfer, permissive reinstatement, or voluntary demotions) and/or who will be new to state civil services employment, you must be on the state examination list to be eligible for these positions. The Engineering Geologist Exam is located here: https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/Bulletin.aspx?examCD=9PB74
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.
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