AOT Geologist II

The Vermont Agency of Transportation (AOT) is seeking a highly motivated individual to join our Geology Unit within the Geotechnical Engineering Section. The AOT Geologist works on a diverse range of project types and has the opportunity to combine field, office, and lab work.

Specific duties include characterizing the geologic properties of rock, including logging rock cores, performing bedrock competency evaluations, and providing technical recommendations on aggregates used in construction. An AOT Geologist participates in the design of programmed projects by collecting geologic field data, performing slope stability analyses and remediation design, as well as performs construction oversight in the field for slope remediation projects.

An AOT Geologist also assists in maintaining the Agency's Rockfall Hazard Rating System by conducting field inspections, evaluating rock slopes for instability, and assisting with monitoring of unstable rock slopes by performing point cloud analysis. Additional opportunities include assisting the Geotechnical Section with collection and interpretation of geophysical data, such as seismic data to determine depths to bedrock.

The Geotechnical Section is part of the Construction and Materials Bureau located at the Dill Facility in Berlin, VT. Support is provided to the Agency through project concept, design, construction, and maintenance. The ideal candidate will be detail and safety oriented, have excellent time management skills to accommodate shifting priorities, and possess strong oral and written communication skills. Some remote work will be possible.

This position, AOT Geologist II(Job Req #49736), is open to all State employees and external applicants.
Please Note: This position is being recruited at multiple levels. If you would like to be considered for more than one level, you MUST apply to the specific Job Requisition.

• AOT Geologist I (#49726)
• AOT Geologist II (#49736)

If you would like more information about this position, please contact Ethan Thomas at .
Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.

Duties are largely performed in office and field setting. Incumbents should possess private means of transportation. Fieldwork may involve exposure to hazardous materials, traffic hazards and construction sites during all weather conditions; and may involve traversing rough terrain, up and down ladders, and bodies of water. Some work outside of regular hours will likely be required, including attendance at public meetings. Strong and conflicting opinions may be encountered. An incumbent may experience frequent pressure deadlines.

Bachelor's degree or higher in geology or geological engineering AND four (4) years or more of geology related work experience.

OR

Four (4) years as an AOT Geologist I.

Experience in the transportation field.

As a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity, but it's more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation, including:

• 80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
• Work/Life balance: 11 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
• State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
• Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
• Low cost group life insurance
• Incentive-based Wellness Program
• Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

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