Mineral System Geoscientist (Natural Resource Specialist 4) | Limited Duration

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Requirements Summary

Three years of professional experience in geology, geomorphology, geography,

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Initial Posting Date:

10/05/2026

Application Deadline:

10/19/2026

Agency:

Department of Geology and Mineral Industries

Salary Range:

$6,276 - $9,644

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Mineral System Geoscientist (Natural Resource Specialist 4) | Limited Duration

Job Description:

What We Offer

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✓Salary: $6,276 - $9,644 Monthly (based on education and experience)

✓Differentials:Special Licensure: Those holding an Oregon Registered Geologist certification* earn 5% above base rate

✓Advanced to expert knowledge of geology and geochemistry.

✓Knowledge of clay mineralogy, elemental analysis and methods of elemental analysis, building elements to mineral models, lithium chemistry and lake chemistry.

✓Experience in log to core and core to log interpretation, outcrop to core correlation and sedimentology.

✓Experience in manipulating and interpreting regional geophysical datasets including airborne magnetic and radiometric data.

✓Demonstrated success and advanced knowledge of project management and project management principles.

✓Advanced knowledge of geographic information systems, experience using GIS applications, such as ESRI ArcGIS Desktop Suite.

✓Knowledge of vertical and horizontal datum, mapping projections and geographic coordinate systems.

✓Ability to present material to technical, interested parties and public audiences by clearly communicating controversial and complex scientific information in a constructive and helpful manner.

✓Work/life balance, 11 paid holidays a year, and a competitive benefits package.

✓Advancement and learning opportunities that will help grow your career with the State of Oregon.

✓Get There - Oregon’s easy-to-use carpool matching tool and trip planner.

✓Live, work, and play in Portland, Oregon.

✓Offering hybrid work schedule! Some in-office work will be required, approximately 1 day per week. The successful candidate will work a combination of in-office, in-field and remote work.

Requirements

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Three years of professional experience in geology, geomorphology, geography, or closely related physical science (At least one year of the experience must be at a technical or professional level performing activities in a natural resource program such as researching and analyzing data, conducting investigations, applying pertinent laws and regulations, or coordinating and monitoring project activities) AND A Bachelor's degree in geology, geomorphology, geography, or closely related physical science or three additional years of related (pertinent) experience; OR

A Master's degree in geology, geomorphology, geography, or closely related physical science AND two years professional experience in geology, geomorphology, geography, or closely related physical science; OR

A Doctorate degree in geology, geomorphology, geography, or closely related physical science AND one-year professional experience in geology, geomorphology, geography, or closely related physical science.

NOTE: If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications, a photocopy of transcripts will be requested prior to hire.

Visit the State of Oregon job opportunities webpage to submit your application. Please ensure the work history in your applicant profile is up to date and attach a current copy of your resume and cover letter. If you are a current State of Oregon employee, you must apply through your employee Workday account.
This announcement is for one, full-time, Fixed Term – Limited Duration, SEIU represented, Mineral System Geoscientist (Natural Resource Specialist 4) position and may be used to fill future vacancies. This opportunity is limited duration and is expected to last until September 30, 2029, with the possibility of being extended or made permanent.
Please review the Classification and Compensation page for more details on the classification, or you may visit our website for information on the job offer process following pay equity. The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying salary range. If the successful candidate is PERS qualifying, the salary range will reflect an additional 6.95%.
Please save a copy of this job announcement for your reference, as it is not available for you to view after the job closes. If you have questions about the job announcement, or need an alternate format to apply, please contact the Recruiter, Nancy Karnas at: nancy.karnas@das.oregon.gov | 971-719-3083.

Employee is required to possess and maintain a valid driver’s license issued by the state where the employee resides.
Finalists will be subject to a computerized criminal history check. Adverse background data may be grounds for immediate disqualification.
Agency does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, applicants will be required to complete I-9 documentation and confirm authorization to work in the United States. If your employment authorization and documentation is contingent on sponsorship now or in the future, you will not meet Agency employment eligibility standards.
Eligible veterans and Oregon National Guard servicemembers (current and former) who meet the qualifications will be awarded candidate preference. For more information, visit Veterans Resources.

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