Geologist 1/2/3

The Department of Environmental Quality is hiring a Geologist 1/2/3 in New Orleans, LA, to investigate and restore sites affected by underground storage tank releases. Candidates need a bachelor's degree in geoscience or geological engineering. Responsibilities include reviewing site investigation reports, conducting site visits, and participating in corrective action planning. The position offers varying salaries based on experience and may be a probational or temporary appointment.
Salary
$3,640.00 - $6,552.00 Monthly
Location
Statewide, LA
Job Type
Classified
Job Number
26-48C Geol SM
Department
Department of Environmental Quality
Division
UST Corrective Action Group 2
Opening Date
06/15/2026
Closing Date
6/28/2026 11:59 PM Central
About this Job
The Department of Environmental Quality/Office of Environmental Assessment has a vacancy.
The Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality’s (LDEQ) mission is to provide service to the people of Louisiana through comprehensive environmental protection in order to promote and protect health, safety, and welfare.
Step into a role where science meets real-world impact. As a Geologist in the UST Corrective Action Group 2, you won’t just study environmental issues—you’ll lead the charge in investigating and restoring sites affected by underground storage tank releases.


Minimum Qualifications
A bachelor's degree in a geoscience field or geological engineering.
Job Specification
The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.
Job Duties and Other Information
Job Duties:

Review the site investigation report once a release has been confirmed.
Review RECAP Evaluation Reports and determine if calculated Limiting Risk Standards are correct.
Review aquifer test data to determine the appropriate groundwater classification.
Review and comment on Corrective Action Plans to address contaminated media above RECAP standards.
Conduct site visits to oversee investigations and installation and implementation of approved remedial technologies.
Participate in the ROG group to evaluate appropriate corrective action technologies and cost estimates.

Position-Specific Details:
Appointment Type: This position may be filled as either a probational appointment, a job appointment (a temporary appointment not to exceed four years), or a promotion of a permanent classified employee. If the position is filled as a job appointment, it could be converted to a probational appointment should funding become available.
Domicile: Statewide
Career Progression: This position may be filled as a Geologist 1, 2, or 3, depending on the level of experience of the selected applicant.
Compensation: This position offers a Special Entrance Rate (SER) listed below. This is the minimum compensation that may be offered. The job title and salary offered will be determined based on qualifications and experience.



Geologist 1: $22.57 per hour
Geologist 2: $25.84 per hour
Geologist 3: $29.59 per hour

Overview of the five major offices within the agency: It provides information on the mission, function, and organization along with a biography for each member of management.

Office of the Secretary
Office of Management and Finance
Office of Environmental Services
Office of Environmental Compliance
Office of Environmental Assessment

How To Apply:
No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.
Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.



Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

Please make every effort to attach a copy of your transcript to your application if possible (PDF format preferred). The selected candidate will be required to submit original documentation upon hire.
You must submit an equivalency evaluation statement for any international degree(s) by the closing of this announcement.
For recruitment purposes, applicants who are within 90 days of graduating with a qualifying degree may be eligible for this position.


Contact Information
For further information about this vacancy, contact:
Sarah McFarland
LDEQ/Human Resources
P.O. Box 4303 Baton Rouge, LA 70821
225-219-3850


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