Geologist - ITD

Geologist - ITD at Idaho Division of Human Resources in Rigby, Idaho, United States Job Description State of IdahoIdaho Transportation Department

NOTICE:

Applications will be accepted through 11:59 PM MST on the posting end date.

STATE OF IDAHO EMPLOYEES

If you are a current or temporary State of Idaho employee you MUST apply through Luma Opportunities. Applying through the State of Idaho's external career website will duplicate profiles and will slow the processing of your application for a new position. Do you want to make a difference and be part of an award-winning agency, dedicated to enhancing the quality of life in Idaho through transportation? At the Idaho Transportation Department (ITD), every employee is critical to the mission, and we strive to foster an innovative, collaborative workplace where employees can grow and do their best work. The Idaho Transportation Department is hiring an Engineering Geologist to join our District 6 team located in Rigby, ID. The Geologist will provide specialized geologic and geotechnical expertise in support of transportation projects. This position is responsible for planning, coordinating, and conducting complex surface and subsurface investigations to support construction and maintenance-level projects while ensuring public safety, environmental protection, and long-term infrastructure performance. The Professional Geologist works collaboratively across multiple divisions, serving as a technical expert and project manager for geologic investigations, materials sources, and consultant contracts. The position also plays a critical role in identifying geologic hazards, recommending mitigation strategies, and providing construction and maintenance support for geotechnical issues.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

+ Plan, coordinate, and conduct geologic and geotechnical investigations for transportation projects, including field data collection, analysis, and mapping + Subsurface investigation including drilling, logging and Sampling as well as groundwater levels and Inclinometer data collection + Review projects to determine the scope of geological and geotechnical investigations and required resources + Identify geologic hazards and recommend appropriate mitigation strategies to protect public safety and infrastructure. Typical geological hazards include landslides, rockfall and soft soil + Research, evaluate, and manage potential material source sites, including suitability determinations for roadway use + Prepare geotechnical and geologic reports to support project development and decision-making

Job Posting:

JC291468580

Posted On:

May 07, 2026

Updated On:

May 07, 2026