These positions will serve as a Geologist, GS-1350-12/13 with the Department of the Interior, U.S. Geological Survey, Office of the Regional Director, Rocky Mountain Region, Central Energy Resources Science Center.
These positions are located within the Department of the Interior, U.S. Geological Survey, Office of the Regional Director, Rocky Mountain Region, Central Energy Resources Science Center, duty stationed in Lakewood, Colorado. At the full performance level (GS-13) the major duties of this position include, but are not limited to the following: 1.
Compile, synthesize, interpret, and integrate diverse geologic datasets for a basin or region to construct geologic models for the generation, migration, accumulation, and/or production of geologic energy resources. 2. Conduct studies of geologic energy resources (e.g., petroleum, geothermal, uranium); these studies lead to assessments of undiscovered resources. 3. Collaborate with USGS colleagues to conduct quantitative assessments of geologic energy resources. 4.
Participate in internal and external conferences and/or meetings as a technical representative. Participation in meetings and/or conferences is for the purpose of disseminating results. 5. Prepare reports documenting geologic energy assessment related work. These reports may be for internal USGS publications or for external journals and are intended to disseminate results.
Salary Range Information (Per Annum): *First time hires to the federal government typically start at the beginning salary in the range for their respective grade level. GS-12: $99,800 - $129,742 GS-13: $118,675 - $154,280
This position does not allow substituting education for experience. This position has a mandatory education requirement. You must submit a copy of your transcript(s) (UNOFFICIAL Okay) Transcripts must include your name, school name, grades, credit hours earned, major(s), grade point average or class ranking, and date the degree was conferred, if applicable. A typed list of courses, grades, semester/quarter hours, GPA, etc. will not be accepted.
Non-submission may result in being rated not qualified for the position. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable, but if you are selected for this position and you used your education to qualify, you must provide official transcripts before you begin work.
Foreign Education: To receive credit for education completed outside the United States, you must show proof that the education has been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and such education has been deemed at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs. Recognition of Foreign Qualifications | U.S. Department of Education.
https://www.ed.gov/about/initiatives/international-affairs/recognition-of-foreign-qualification
This position is with Geological Survey, Department of the Interior.
The posted pay range is $99800 – $154280/yr.
This position is eligible for telework.
Applications close on 2026-09-23.
There are 6 openings for this position.
This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government
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