Project Geology Engineering Geologist

Final Filing Date:  April 30, 2025

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If you are motivated and excited by doing classic engineering geology, then consider joining the Project Geology team!  The Project Geology Section provides engineering geologic services for the design, construction, repair, operations, and maintenance of the State Water Project (SWP) that crosses much of the diverse geology of California.  Our challenging projects include dams, reservoirs, power plants, pumping plants, bridges, aqueducts, tunnels, and levees.  Services provided by our engineering geologists ensure public safety and longevity of this critical infrastructure. 

Project Geology is currently composed of about 30 full-time and part-time engineering geologist positions.  We have a variety of working opportunities that include foundation studies, geologic mapping, fault trenching, instrumentation and monitoring, and geologic hazards investigations such as subsidence, landslides, and faulting and seismicity studies. Project Geology makes decisions affecting the safety, durability, and performance of SWP facilities based on sound engineering geology practice.

At DWR, you will have the advantage of numerous resources to support your work and your professional growth, including training, organizational memberships, and knowledgeable and professional colleagues, all of which collaborate for project success. We hope you’ll check out the Duties and Desirable Qualifications below and apply for this great career opportunity to join our SWP team and help deliver water to over 26 million Californians as well as contribute to protecting our environment and species conservation efforts.

Duties 

The successful candidate will work on engineering geology projects related to the State Water Project facilities, including dams, canals, and pipelines, as well as design and construction projects related to those facilities.  Projects might include collecting, compiling, and analyzing geologic data from geologic mapping, sampling, drilling, trenching, or geotechnical instrumentation; preparing geologic maps and cross sections; responding to urgent or emergency situations; directing contractors in the field; inspecting construction sites; performing research; organizing diverse and complex data; and writing clear and concise reports.  Travel, including overnight travel throughout California, is required.

Special Requirements

Must possess a valid California driver's license when conducting State business that requires driving a vehicle.  May be required to travel on public roadways including traveling to remote areas.  Travel on short notice and overnight lodging will be required on some trips.

Candidates in Range D of this classification must possess a valid Engineering Geologist License from the Board of Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists.

The incumbent must be able to make field inspections and site visits in areas of difficult access such as tunnels, trenches, confined spaces, and on steep slopes.  Field inspections and site visits may require hiking and/or climbing over rugged terrain.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Position Details

Job Code #: JC-471417

Working Title: Project Geology Engineering Geologist

Classification: ENGINEERING GEOLOGIST

Salary Range:

$6,299.00 - $7,510.00 A

$7,212.00 - $9,025.00 B

$8,876.00 - $11,116.00 C

$9,470.00 - $11,859.00 D

# of Positions: 3

Work Location: Yolo County

Telework: Hybrid

Job Type: Permanent Intermittent - 1500 Hours

Contact Information

Rachel Blum
(916) 695-0271
Rachel.Blum@water.ca.gov

For more information including detailed job duties, minimum qualifications, and how to apply, please go to https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jobs/JobPosting.aspx?JobControlId=471417
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