001IE1 - Geologist 1
Date Posted: Jan 16, 2026
Requisition ID: 468322
Location:
Indianapolis, IN, US, 46204
Work for Indiana
Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.
Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM):
Our mission is to implement federal and state regulations to protect human health and the environment while allowing the environmentally sound operations of industrial, agricultural, commercial, and governmental activities vital to a prosperous economy. We issue air, water, and solid and hazardous waste permits that restrict discharges to environmentally safe levels. Staff members inspect and monitor regulated entities; provide compliance and technical assistance; monitor and assess air, land, and water quality; use enforcement actions as necessary to ensure compliance; and respond to incidents involving spills to soil or waters of the state.
Role Overview:
The position will be the expert in developing/editing permit and post closure approval letter templates related to groundwater, geology, and landfill gases, related to solid waste land disposal facilities.
The position will work directly with permit managers to develop/write permit and post closure approval letter requirements for all aspects of groundwater, geology, and explosive gasses related to solid waste land disposal facilities.
The position will peer review all permits and post closure approval letters for all aspects of groundwater, geology, and explosive gasses related to solid waste land disposal facilities.
The position will review all aspects of groundwater, geology, and explosive gasses related to hazardous waste and solid waste land disposals and confined feeding operations for documents assigned to the position.
The position will peer review letters and memos related to hazardous waste and solid waste land disposal facilitiies and confined feeding operations.
The position will need: to be a good technical writer and editor, have a strong background in hydrogeology, able to interpret rules and regulations pertaining to geology and groundwater, and have a good understanding of groundwater statistics.
The position may need to work more than 7.5 hours/day if field work demands, but will be able to flex it out other days so as not to exceed the 75 hours in a two-week period.
The position will need to effectively speak with internal and external Stakeholders on subjects concerning hydrogeology, statistics, and regulations.
Driving a state vehicle is required for this position.
Salary Statement:
The salary for this position traditionally starts at $67,314.00 but may be commensurate with education or work experience.
A Day in the Life:
The essential functions of this role are as follows:
Provide geological consultation utilizing technical expertise regarding engineering geology, hydrogeology, and geology.
Understand, interpret, and employ applicable State and Federal regulatory rules, guidance, and policies related to geological investigations and contaminant remediation.
Lead or assist field teams during site investigations.
Offer solutions to issues/complaints using data analysis and test data.
Facilitate the creation and editing of staff reports and correspondence to ensure consistency in application of laws and regulations.
Educate staff regarding implementation of geological policies and programs.
Review and evaluate technical guidance documents, reports, journals, and related articles.
Create internal schedules and work scopes, milestones, deliverables, and end products.
Maintain organized site files and program databases.
Assist in geological enforcement actions.
Participate in pre-hearing conferences, provide testimony as expert witness in pre-trial depositions and hearings, and testify in administrative or court hearings.
Propose revisions to existing regulations and identify new needs in agency or program operations and develop long-term strategies to deal with these new needs.
Manage resources for strategy implementation.
Report findings and make recommendations of building structures (including dams, bridges, highways etc.) material aggregates and soils for construction.
The job profile is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.
This position is exempt from overtime compensation for additional work hours which may be required to complete essential functions or other assigned work. Exempt employees may work more than 75 hours in a pay period without additional compensation and must report a minimum of 75 hours per pay period of work hours and/or paid leave taken to receive their base biweekly salary.
What You'll Need for Success:
You must meet the following requirements to be considered for employment:
Bachelor's degree in Geology with an emphasis on Hydrogeology or Engineering Geology, Environmental Science, Petroleum Engineering, or a related area.
Six (6) years of work experience in geology, hydrogeology, environmental management, or related fields.
Broad knowledge of the principles, practices, theories, and methodologies applied to geologic/hydrogeologic science and related fields.
Thorough knowledge of and the ability to interpret and apply all applicable federal and state laws, environmental regulations, acts, and guidelines.
Broad knowledge of applied statistics, environmental design, geologic sampling, and interpretation of geologic analysis.
Thorough knowledge of remedial and corrective action as it relates to various program areas.
Ability to conduct intensive research for geologic and hydrogeological advancement of the program area.
Ability to determine resolutions and new approaches to various geotechnical problems.
Specialized knowledge of well hydraulics, ground water modeling, drinking water management, waste and wastewater management, and related regulations.
Able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:
This role may be utilized in a supervisory capacity based on agency needs.
Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:
The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes:
Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match
Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:
150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers
Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
Education Reimbursement Program
Group life insurance
Referral Bonus program
Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Free Parking for most positions
Free LinkedIn Learning access
Equal Employment Opportunity:
The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov.
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