Engineering Geologist 1/2/3 Flex (PCN 253459)

Salary: $2,725.50 - $3,119.25 Biweekly
Location : Anchorage, AK
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 54940
Department: Transportation and Public Facilities
Division: CRD-Materials
Opening Date: 08/17/2026
Closing Date: 8/31/2026 5:00 PM Alaska
Division: Central Design and Engineering Services
Position Open To: Alaska Residents Only
Bargaining Unit: General Government
Range: 16 / 18 / 20

Job Description
ATTENTION ALASKA RESIDENTS ONLY!

The Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF) Central Region is looking for an Engineering Geologist 1/2/3 to help us Keep Alaska Moving!

Base Salary Information:

Engineering Geologist 1: $31.54 Hourly (OT Eligible)

Engineering Geologist 2: $36.34 Hourly (OT Eligible)

Engineering Geologist 3: $3119.25 bi-weekly (OT Ineligible)
What you will be doing:As an Engineering Geologist 1/2/3 you will be part of a team in the Central Region Materials Section that works cooperatively to develop geotechnical recommendations in support of bid-ready documents for Highway and Aviation related transportation projects. You will be preparing field exploration plans, perform as the field lead of drilling crews performing geotechnical investigations, and write geotechnical reports summarizing fieldwork for development of geotechnical recommendations in addition to other duties. You will be working in both office & field environments, you will also be traveling periodically to rural communities in small aircraft.

Our organization, mission, and culture:
Our department's mission is to "Keep Alaska Moving", while our division's core mission is to develop, design, and advertise projects that preserve and improve Alaska's transportation and public facilities' infrastructure. The division also provides a wide range of technical services to the department, other state and federal agencies, local governments, utility companies, and the public.

Our department is mission focused with an organizational atmosphere that delivers performance based results, promotes excellence, integrity, teamwork, and service that benefits the public.
The Central Regional Materials Section consists of a 20-plus member team of Geotechnical Engineers, Engineering Assistants, Engineering Geologists, and Lab staff who work cooperatively to develop geotechnical design recommendations in support of Highway and Aviation Design projects. You will be an integral part of this team providing site-specific geotechnical data and communicating their observations and data to the engineers.

The benefits of joining our team:
At Central Region Materials we strive to provide our staff both on-the-job training with fellow Engineering Geologists and Engineers, while promoting training on the technical aspects of our work and related functions (such as geotechnical equipment used in the field) to enable staff to learn all aspects of Engineering Geology. We offer flexible work schedules and many opportunities to advance your knowledge and skills, opening doors to your professional development and advancement with the department and the State of Alaska.
The State of Alaska has a generous benefits package. Please see here for more information:

The working environment you can expect:
Our office is located at 5820 East Tudor Road in Anchorage, which is a satellite office to the Materials Group & Regional Lab located at 5750 East Tudor Road and our main district branch at 4111 Aviation Avenue. You will have a private office with windows facing east toward the Chugach Mountains. Daily work is centric to field investigations in collaboration with peers and other functional staff that are friendly and enthusiastic about their work. Local fieldwork typically does not require overnight travel, however out of town fieldwork typically requires multi-night stays.

Who we are looking for:
To be successful in this position, the following competencies will contribute to your success:

• 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.
• Soil Science: Knowledge of the concepts, principles, or theories of soil composition, formation, classification, mapping, testing, and management, including erosion, pollution, conservation, and watershed management.
• Geographical Sciences: Knowledge of the concepts, principles, theories, and methods for describing the location and distribution of land, sea, and air masses, including their physical locations, relationships, characteristics, and what the land supports.
• Accountability: Holds self and others accountable for measurable high-quality, timely, and cost-effective results. Determines objectives, sets priorities, and delegates work. Accepts responsibility for own actions and decisions. Complies with established control systems and rules.
• Writing: Recognizes or uses correct English grammar, punctuation, and spelling; communicates information (for example, facts, ideas, or messages) in a succinct and organized manner; produces written information, which may include technical material that is appropriate for the intended audience.

Special Note:

• A valid driver's license is required for this position.
• Fieldwork includes drilling projects in the Anchorage and Mat-Su valley that do not require overnight travel. Travel required for projects outside of a 50-mile radius from Anchorage do typically require overnight stays of 2 nights to 2 weeks or more. We typically switch out staff on a rotating basis when projects require greater than 2+ weeks away from Anchorage to allow time back in the office.

To view the general description and example of duties for positions please go to the following link:

Minimum Qualifications
Engineering 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.

Engineering Geologist 3:
A bachelor's degree from an accredited college in geology, geological engineering, or a closely related subdiscipline.
AND
Two years of professional engineering geology experience. The required 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.
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.
Additional Required Information
At time of application, applicants are required to submit:

• Cover letter (see instructions below)

At time of interview, applicants are requested to submit (if not already attached to your application):

• Three (3) professional references with current contact information.
• A copy of your current driver's license.
• Copy of academic transcripts (unofficial are okay, please ensure that the institution name/URL is listed on the transcript) if using education to verify that you meet the minimum qualifications.

ALASKA RESIDENTS ONLYPlease be sure to check our to determine if you qualify.

COVER LETTER

A cover letter is required as part of your application. In your cover letter, please describe how you possess the position specific competencies listed in the "Who We Are Looking For" section and how your skills will be of particular benefit to the position. We request your cover letter be no more than two to three paragraphs and limited to one page.

FLEXIBLY STAFFED

This position is flexibly staffed. It may be filled at the Engineering Geologist 1, 2, or 3 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 a lower level, promotion to the higher level 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.

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS
This recruitment utilizes a supplemental questionnaire as part of the application process. These questions may be a mix of written, multiple-choice, and select all that apply questions. 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; please be as thorough and accurate as you can.

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 full value, or full value is given in subject areas applicable to the curricula at the state university. 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's 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.
NOTE: Attaching a resume or curriculum vitae is not an alternative to filling out the application in its entirety. Noting "see resume or CV" or any similar response on any portion of your application may lead to a determination your application is incomplete and removal from consideration for this job posting.

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- or in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1- 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
For specific information about this position, please contact the hiring manager at the following:

Name: Mitchel Miller, P.E., Materials Group Chief
Phone:
Email:
OR

Name: Craig Boeckman, Regional Engineering Geologist
Phone:
Email:
Careers with the State of Alaska offer MANY benefits

The following information describes typical benefits available to employees of the State of Alaska. Actual benefits received may differ by bargaining unit or branch of government, position type, or be prorated for other than full time work.

For a quick breakdown of the insurance, health, and retirement benefits available for State Employees you can view an (Please note this video is specifically designed for new State Employees.)

Insurance Benefits

• Health insurance, which includes employer contributions toward medical/vision/dental
  • The following employee groups are under AlaskaCare Benefits administered by the State: See for additional information.
    • AVTEC
    • Confidential
    • Correctional Officers
    • Marine Engineers
    • Mt. Edgecumbe Teachers
    • Supervisory
    • Unlicensed Vessel Personnel/Inland Boatman's Union
    • Exempt employees (not covered by collective bargaining)
  • The following employee groups are covered by Union health trusts. Contact the appropriate Union for additional information.
    • General Government
    • Labor, Trades and Crafts
    • Public Safety Employees Association
    • Masters, Mates & Pilots
• Employer paid Basic Life insurance with additional coverage available (amount depends on Bargaining Unit)

Optional Insurance Benefits

• Group-based insurance premiums for
  • Term life (employee, spouse or qualified same sex partner, and dependents)
  • Long-term and short-term disability
  • Accidental Death and Dismemberment
  • Long-term care (self and eligible family members)
  • Supplemental Survivor Benefits
• Employee-funded flexible spending accounts for tax savings on eligible health care or dependent care expenses

Retirement Benefits

• Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Teachers' Retirement System (TRS)
• Matching employer contribution into a defined contribution program (new employees)
• Employer contribution into a defined benefit or defined contribution program (current employees)
• Contributions to the Alaska Supplemental Annuity Plan in lieu of contributions to Social Security
• Option to enroll in the Alaska Deferred Compensation Program
• Note: The Defined Contribution Plan, Supplemental Annuity Plan and Deferred Compensation Program offer a variety of investment options

See for additional information

Paid Leave & Other Benefits

• Personal leave with an accrual rate increase based on time served
• Twelve (12) paid holidays a year

01

Are you willing and able to travel to areas within the region, including remote locations in Alaska, by small aircraft as needed for projects?

• Yes
• No

02

To complete your application for this position a cover letter is required. Have you attached a professionally written cover letter that highlights how you meet competencies as outlined in the "Who we are looking for" section in the job posting.

• Yes
• No

03

This position is flexibly staffed and may be filled at the Engineering Geologist 1, 2, or 3 level. Please indicate which level(s) you would like to be considered for (it is encouraged to apply for all levels).

• Engineering Geologist 1
• Engineering Geologist 2
• Engineering Geologist 3
• All Levels

Required Question