[ES_JOBS_NET] Climate/Cryosphere Hazards Specialist, Alaska

[Christine Wiedinmyer]

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/alaska/jobs/2233020/climate-cryospher
e-hazards-specialist-pcn-10-n19007

 


        Climate/Cryosphere Hazards Specialist (PCN 10-N19007)


 

    

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Salary 

$4,920.50 Monthly

Location 

Fairbanks, AK

Job Type

Full Time

Department

Natural Resources

Job Number

19980

Closing

10/29/2018 5:00 PM Alaska

Division

Geological & Geophysical Surveys (GGS)

Position Open To

Alaska Residents Only

Bargaining Unit

General Government

Range

18

 

 

Job Description

Hiring Restriction Exemption 
This individual position is EXEMPT from the hiring restrictions. Qualified
applicants are encouraged to apply.
 
This position is open to Alaska Residents only


The Alaska Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys (DGGS) is seeking an
advanced level professional scientist to contribute to multidisciplinary
studies of cryosphere change and associated natural hazards that impact
communities and infrastructure in Alaska. The successful applicant will use
knowledge of hydrometeorology, earth surface processes, airborne/satellite
remote sensing, Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) technology, and
Geographic Information Systems (GIS) to make meaningful contributions to the
Division's Climate and Cryosphere Hazards Program (CCHP). The successful
applicant will work under the direction of the CCHP manager in Fairbanks,
Alaska. This is a long-term nonpermanent position lasting at least 2 years,
with the possibility of extension pending availability of additional
funding.
 
Specific responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

.        Work with the Climate and Cryosphere Hazards Program manager on
assessments of changes to the cryosphere, which may include assessing
seasonal and annual changes to glaciers, permafrost, and snow using a
variety of techniques;

.        Coordinate citizen science recruitment and information
dissemination for crowdsourced snow data collection;

.        Integrate in situ and snow remote sensing data to generate snow
distribution products;

.        Work with program manager to plan and conduct airborne
photogrammetry and lidar missions;

.        Lead airborne photogrammetry and lidar data processing, including
GNSS data processing, point cloud editing, assessing accuracy, maintaining
databases, creating maps and figures, and preparing reports and data
products for dissemination;

.        Plan fieldwork logistics and data collection strategies;

.        Provide advanced-level expertise in snow science;

.        Use programming languages (e.g., Python and Matlab) and geospatial
software, including ArcGIS and RAMMS, to model geophysical processes; and

.        Represent the CCHP and DGGS on interdisciplinary projects and
workgroups.

We are seeking a motivated advanced-level professional with a background in
geophysics, hydrology, remote sensing, physical geography, geomorphology, or
closely related fields. Experience in GIS, photogrammetric and lidar
surveying and data processing, GNSS technology and surveying, and terrain
modeling is preferred, but not required. Experience in snow variability and
stability, instrumentation, programming, and working in remote settings is
desirable, but also not required for this position. If you meet the required
Minimum Qualifications for Natural Resource Specialist III and have a
background in these areas, we encourage you to apply.

A cover letter is required for you to be considered for this position. In
your cover letter, please explain how you meet the Minimum Qualifications
and why you believe your education and work experience make you well
qualified for this position.
 
Address each of the following parameters, as they apply to you, and provide
specific examples. 
(Please note: We do not expect candidates to have experience in all these
categories; if you do not have experience in one of these categories, please
say so.)

.        Background/experience related to natural hazards, with an emphasis
on the cryosphere.

.        Field experience related to geophysics, remote sensing, hydrology,
geomorphology, and natural hazards, with an emphasis on the cryosphere.

.        Experience using GNSS technology, surveying, and instrumentation.

.        Experience using geospatial software to manage, display, process,
analyze, and present geospatial data.

.        Experience in airborne photogrammetric and lidar surveying and data
processing.

.        Experience/background related to snow variability and stability;

.        Proven ability to work with a team and accomplish established
project goals in a timely manner.

 
Important Note: You will not be invited to interview if your cover letter
does not address these skills and abilities. Your cover letter will also be
used as a writing sample.

 
Special Notice:

Applicants must possess, or have the ability to obtain, an Alaska Driver's
License, if selected for this position.

This position requires the ability to use or possess firearms or ammunition.

Minimum Qualifications

Two years of journey level professional experience in natural resource
management. The required experience includes work such as a Natural Resource
Specialist II, Forester II, Geologist II, Hydrologist I, Agronomist I, Land
Survey Assistant II, Recorder IV, or Environmental Specialist II with the
State of Alaska or the equivalent with another employer.

OR:
A master's degree from an accredited college in a natural resource field
(such as forestry, geology, agronomy, and hydrology), law, public
administration, planning, economics, or a closely related field.

Special Note:
For purposes of the minimum qualifications, natural resource management is
defined as the management of the land, water, mineral, forest, oil, gas,
agricultural, archaeological, natural and cultural history, park, and
related surface and subsurface resources of the state. Experience or
education in natural resource management means involvement in the above
resources exclusively. Those with experience or education in managing these
resources may specialize in different management functions (for example
planning, regulation, research or title). All of this experience is
applicable to the natural resource management definition. Some positions may
require education in a particular area of natural resource management or
specific technical knowledge and training gained through specialized
education or progressively greater responsibilities at the lower levels of
the series.

Additional Required Information

**NOTE: PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY**

 
At time of application, applicant must attach as separate documents (If
unable to attach please fax or email the contact listed below):

1.     Professionally formatted cover letter - please see cover letter
information above and below for more information on the cover letter.

 
If selected for an interview, applicants must provide the following:

1.     A copy of your last two (2) performance appraisals (if you are a
current or former State of Alaska employee) or supervisory letters of
recommendation;

2.     A copy of any documents necessary to show proof of meeting this
position's minimum qualifications. This includes a copy of your college
transcripts if you are using education to meet the position's minimum
qualifications; and

3.     A valid Alaska Driver's License.

Interviews may be held telephonically, at the discretion of the hiring
manager. 

Please do not send resumes, applications, transcripts, letters of
recommendation, or other materials separately from the Workplace Alaska
application unless requested to do so by the hiring manager.


THIS RECRUITMENT IS FOR ALASKA RESIDENTS ONLY
This recruitment is open to Alaska Residents Only.  Applicants must meet
Alaska Residency Requirements
<http://doa.alaska.gov/dop/serviceCenters/alaskaRes/>   in order to be
considered for employment at this time. Non-Alaska residents need not apply.
  
FIREARMS
This position requires the use or possession of a firearm or ammunition. In
accordance with the federal Omnibus Consolidated Appropriations Act of 1997
(PL 104-208), if you have been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic
violence, you may not hold this position.

A "misdemeanor crime of domestic violence" is an offense that is (1) a
misdemeanor under Federal or state law; and (2) has, as an element, the use
or attempted use of physical force, or the threatened use of a deadly
weapon, committed by a current or former spouse, parent, or guardian of the
victim, by a person with whom the victim shares a child in common, by a
person who is cohabiting with or has cohabited with the victim as a spouse,
parent, or guardian, or by a person similarly situated to a spouse, parent,
or guardian of the victim.

If you have ever been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence,
do NOT apply for this position.


APPLICATION NOTICE
You can ONLY apply for this position through the Workplace Alaska website.
If you accessed this recruitment bulletin through a job search portal such
as ALEXsys or any other database, you MUST use a Workplace Alaska login to
successfully apply. Your application must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. Alaska
Standard Time on the date of closing. Instructions on how to apply with
Workplace Alaska may be found on the Workplace Alaska "How to Apply"
webpage, found here: http://doa.alaska.gov/dop/workplace/howtoapply/
 
COVER LETTER INFORMATION
In addition to answering the supplemental question regarding how you meet
the minimum qualifications for this position, a cover letter is required.
The cover letter should highlight your knowledge, skills, abilities, and
experience as they pertain to the responsibilities listed in the job
description above. Please attach the cover letter to your application before
submitting it online or, if unable to attach to your application, fax it to
the contact number provided in the job posting.  The cover letter will be
used as a writing sample and will help determine which applicants will
advance to the interview phase of the recruitment and selection process.
  
EDUCATION 
If post-secondary education is required to meet the minimum qualifications,
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 if used to meet
the minimum qualifications for a position.  Transcripts can be attached at
the time of application or provided at the time of interview.
 
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FOREIGN EDUCATION
Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet
the minimum qualifications listed above. 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. post-secondary institution 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 post-secondary institution.  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 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.
 
AKDL REQUIREMENT 
Applicants must possess an Alaska driver's license. An individual without an
Alaska driver's license, who meets the minimum age and experience
requirements, may apply for the vacancy. An applicant qualifying under this
option may receive a job offer conditional upon acquisition of an Alaska
driver's license. Proof of licensure will be required prior to reporting to
duty.
  
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

WORKPLACE ALASKA APPLICATION QUESTIONS & ASSISTANCE
Questions regarding application submission or system operation errors should
be directed to the Workplace Alaska hotline at 1-800-587-0430 (toll free) or
(907) 465-4095 if you are located in the Juneau area. Requests for
information may also be emailed to recruitment.services at alaska.gov.

For applicant password assistance please visit:
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For specific information in reference to the position please contact the
hiring manager at the following:

Name: De Anne Stevens
Phone: (907) 451-5014
Fax: (907) 451-5223
Email: deanne.stevens at alaska.gov <mailto:deanne.stevens at alaska.gov> 

 

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