GEOLOGIST I

GEOLOGIST I

Recruitment #26-001028-0001 DEPARTMENT MDE

• Land and Materials Administration (LMA)

DATE OPENED 3/20/2026 4

10:00 PM FILING

DEADLINE 4/3/2026 5

00:00 PM SALARY $62,220.00

• $96,790.

00/year

EMPLOYMENT TYPE

Full-Time

HR ANALYST

Shantasia Baker

WORK LOCATION

Baltimore City Introduction

PLEASE FILL OUT THE APPLICATION COMPLETELY.

We encourage you to consider an exciting career with the Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE). If you are dedicated to protecting and preserving Maryland's air, water, land resources, and safeguarding the health of all its citizens, we invite you to apply and be a part of our team. MDE ismitted to a mission of protecting and restoring the environment for the health and well-being of all Marylanders, with a vision of healthy, vibrant, and sustainablemunities and ecosystems throughout the state. To learn more about MDE Click Here. Performance Based Opportunity As part of our continuous efforts to optimize performance and drive success, the Geologist I is eligible for an annual promotion. The incumbent may advance to a higher grade within the classification series, based on satisfactory work performance. Geologist II

• Grade 16 ($66,314.00
• 103,309) Geologist III
• Grade 17 ($70,743.00
• 110,288) GRADE 15 LOCATION

OF POSITION

Maryland Department of the Environment Land and Materials Administration Oil Control Program Compliance Division 1800 Washington Blvd. Baltimore, MD 21230 Main Purpose Of Job

• There are two vacancies for this position within the Oil Control Program-Compliance Division. One position will work primarily in Prince George's County. The other position will work primarily in Howard, Montgomery, and Prince George's Counties.
• The Geologist I is an entry-level position responsible for learning to review and evaluate conditions of known or suspected oil contamination at underground and aboveground storage tank (UST/AST) facilities to help determine the extent of environmental impact and remediation needs.

The incumbent in this position will assist with reviewing site assessments, interpreting environmental data, and learning to evaluate groundwater and soil conditions to support remediation activities and regulatorypliance. The incumbent will apply State laws and regulations while gaining experience ensuringpliance at petroleum and hazardous substance UST/AST sites and transportation facilities. The Geologist I will learn to provide technical assistance related to storage system investigations and oil pollution concerns, evaluate potential impacts to public health, safety, and drinking water supplies, and assist with inspections and audits of facilities to identify responsible parties and assesspliance with applicable statutes, regulations, permits, and policies associated with the Oil Control Program. This position involves the following working conditions: Exposure to ufortable or unpleasant surroundings Conditions may include inclement weather, extreme heat or cold, exposure to vegetation such as briars, poison ivy, and ragweed, biological hazards, and other site-specific hazards. Some sites may also be located in high-crime areas, which may present additional risk. Exposure to hazardous conditions that may result in injury. The employee may be required to visit and inspect or investigate areas containing chemical and physical hazards at a variety of contaminated or potentially contaminated sites. Work involves special physical demands such as lifting 50 pounds or more, climbing ladders, etc. The employee may be required to lift heavy manhole covers, sampling equipment and supplies, climb ladders, and wear respiratory protection while performing work activities. The employee may also be required to drive for long periods to visit and investigate sites located across the entire State of Maryland. Required use of protective equipment—such as goggles, gloves, and masks—during site visits. The incumbent will be required to drive a State vehicle. If you hold an out-of-state driver's license, you must provide a certified copy of your driving record from the issuing state's Motor Vehicle Administration at the time of hire. All individuals must maintain a driver's license with no more than 5 points on their driving record to operate a State vehicle.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Geology, Environmental Geology or a related earth science.

Experience:

None.

Note:

Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience at a rank of Corporal/Petty Officer or higher as amissioned officer in physical science classification or physical science specialty codes in the geology field of work on a year-for

• year basis for the required education.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Please note that your answers to the supplemental questionnaire must correspond to the information provided on your application to receive credit It is preferred that the selected candidate has the following: Involvement in an environmental internship, an environmental stewardship program,munity meetings,munity improvement projects, or volunteer work in any environmental field. Knowledge and/or training in aboveground and/or underground storage systems, oil spill containment, and or sampling of soil or groundwater. Knowledge and/or experience preparing environmental technical reports. Knowledge and/or experience in conducting field inspections or surveys in any environmental discipline. Hazardous Waste Site Worker OSHA 40 hour certification.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

1. Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Maryland. 2. When assigned to an environmental program at the Maryland Department of the Environment, employees in this classification may be required to successfullyplete and maintain certification as specified in the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration Regulations (Standards-29 CFR) 1910.120 Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response. Information about these regulations is available in the Human Resources Office of the Maryland Department of the Environment or may be obtained at the federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration Website.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

1. Employees in this classification may be required to walk over rough or unstable terrain or over long distances while wearing personal protection equipment such as respiratory protection equipment. 2. Employees in this classification may be subject to ongoing medical testing in accordance with the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration Regulations (Standards

• 29 CFR) 1910.

120 Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response. 3. Employees in this classification may be subject to call-in on a twenty-four hour basis and, therefore, will be required to provide the employing agency with a telephone number where they can be reached.

SELECTION PROCESS

Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider the information submitted after this date. Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified and placed on the eligible (employment) list for at least one year. Application must bepleted. Do not leave work experience section blank. Do not cut and paste resume or answer see resume. All supplemental questions must be answered thoroughly. Iplete or one-word answers, such as "yes, " will result in no credit for those responses. Should you possess a bachelor's/master's degree from a college or university outside of the United States, you must have your educational credentials evaluated by an approved education review service. This evaluation must be submitted prior to hire. For further information, you may call International Consultants of Delaware, Inc. at 302-737-8715 or World Education Services Inc. at 1-800-932-3897 or 202-331-2925. All Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States under the Immigration and Reform Control Act of 1986. You must be legally authorized and possess any necessary documents under this Act in order to be hired in the position for which you applied.

BENEFITS

The State of Maryland offers a generous benefits package that includes: Flexible work schedules and telework opportunities for many positions Free mass transit in Baltimore & Annapolis Generous paid leave that increases with years of service Paid holidays Health coverage with low out-of-pocket costs Employee & employer contributory pension plan Click on the link below for more information.

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

FURTHER

INSTRUCTIONS

Resumes are not accepted and are not considered in the selection process. Online applications are highly rmended. However, if you are unable to apply online, the paper application and supplemental questionnaire may be submitted to: Maryland Department of the Environment, OHR

• Recruitment and Examination Division, 1800 Washington Blvd, Baltimore

MD 21230.

Paper application materials must be received in our office by the closing date for the recruitment. No postmarks will be accepted. For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Shantasia Baker at 410-537-3808 or Shantasia.baker1maryland. If you have difficulties submitting your online application, please contact the Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at 410-767-4850 or Application.

Helpmaryland. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country. People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland ismitted to recruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.