Engineering Geologist 1/2, Juneau

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! T

he 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 QualificationsEngineering 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 …