This position serves as a Geophysicist, GS-1313-11 with the Department of the Interior, U.S. Geological Survey, Rocky Mountain Region, Geologic Hazards Science Center.
This position is located within the Department of the Interior, U.S. Geological Survey, Rocky Mountain Region, Geologic Hazards Science Center, duty stationed in Golden, Colorado. At the full performance level (GS-12) the major duties of this position include, but are not limited to the following: 1. Perform data acquisition for a real-time, continuous geomagnetic monitoring network. 2.
Perform retrieval, processing, modeling, and archiving activities for geomagnetic time-series data. 3. Apply geophysical approaches to use, maintain, and design/develop geomagnetic software/programs and/or instrumentation. 4. Build and develop novel approached to improve geomagnetic instruments and systems. 5.
Work as part of a team of scientists, engineers, and technical support personnel to maintain near real-time operation of a network of magnetic observatories and provide data to program stakeholders. Physical Demands Some work of the position takes place mostly in an office or laboratory setting, but some field work is also required.
Field work may require hiking distances of a couple miles over uneven surfaces, the use of proper personal protective gear, working in dusty, hot, humid, and extreme cold environments, occasional off-road driving of 4-wheel drive vehicles, traveling to remote field sites in helicopters or small fixed wing planes, and/or boats. Lifting of equipment and objects weighing up to 40 pounds may be necessary.
Work Environment Work for the position takes place in office or laboratory settings with adequate heat, light, and ventilation. Office conditions do not require special safety precautions; field conditions may include extreme heat or cold, rain or snow, and hazardous conditions such as exposure to extreme temperature, noxious or toxic gases, ice, or flooding. Field work may occasionally also involve encounters with snakes, bears, and other wilderness dangers.
International field work may be conducted in culturally hostile areas. Driver's License You will be required to maintain a valid State issued Driver's License as a condition of employment. Telework You may be allowed to telework but only on a situational basis at management discretion. 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-11 $83,265 - $108,251
This position has a mandatory education requirement. You must submit a copy of your transcript(s) to ensure you meet the Basic Education Requirement. 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, 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 $83265 – $108251/yr.
This position is eligible for telework.
Applications close on 2026-09-22.
This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government
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