Geologist

Job Class: Geologist

Agency: Transportation Dept

• Job ID : 98058

• Location : Maplewood

• Telework Eligible : No

• Full/Part Time : Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 10/29/2026

• Closing Date : 11/18/2026

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Transportation Dept / Transportation-MAPE

• Division/Unit : Engineering Services Div / MRR Aggregate & Rec Lab

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : No

• Salary Range: $26.89 - $39.22 / hourly; $56,146 - $81,891 / annually

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE

• FLSA Status : Exempt - Professional

• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

This position will be expected to work on-site at the Materials Lab in Maplewood.

This position provides geotechnical expertise within the Engineering Services Division, supporting statewide transportation projects across local, state aid, state, and federal programs. Responsibilities include evaluating rock and aggregate materials, assigning and performing advanced geotechnical and aggregate tests, preparing test reports aligned with current specifications, and ensuring compliance with AMRL accreditation standards. The role also provides technical assistance to contractors, consultants, and transportation personnel.

The Minnesota Department of Transportation does not sponsor applicants for work visas or Optional Practical Training Extensions for STEM students. Individuals must be legally authorized to work in the US at the start of employment.

Minimum Qualifications

Two years of professional geotechnical experience in the areas noted below:

Note: A bachelor's or master’s degree in Geology, Geophysics, Hydrology, Geologial Engineering will substitute for one year of professional experience.

• Experience with lab materials testing methods, procedures, quality control, and quality assurance.

• Experience evaluating aggregate materials.

• Valid Class D driver’s license.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience conducting professional geological work including planning, conducting and interpreting geological tests.

• Experience performing geophysical explorations and surveys (such as seismic or electrical resistivity) and analyzing core samples.

Additional Requirements

Successful candidate must pass past-employer reference checks and criminal history check.

It is our policy that all candidates submit to a background investigation prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components:

• SEMA4 Records Check

• Criminal History Check

• Employment Reference Check

• Education/License Verification

• Driver's License Check

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email [email protected] . Please indicate what assistance is needed.