Paleontologist
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Dickinson State University
Vacancy Announcement
# Paleontologist
# NDIC Department of Mineral Resources
North Dakota Geological Survey
Location: Bismarck, ND
# Salary: $5,625- $7,083/month plus benefits including fully paid family health insurance
Closing Date: September 15, 2014
Position Number: 405-4964
Classification: Non-Classified Professional
Status: Full-time, Regular
Recruitment: External
Date Posted to Web: July 23, 2014
Minimum Qualifications
A Doctoral degree in paleontology (preferred) or a Master's degree in paleontology and ten years of related experience
Experience managing personnel and volunteers on field paleontological investigations and fossil digs
Experience in curating fossil collections and managing paleontological laboratory resources
Effective verbal and written communication skills are essential as evidenced through a continuous and comprehensive paleontological publication and presentation record
Applicant must have a valid driver's license
Preferred Qualifications
A strong background in the conduct of geologic and paleontological public outreach programs
A background in the paleontology of Cenozoic vertebrates in the upper Midwest and Mesozoic and Paleozoic invertebrates
Experience conducting paleontologic assessments and managing paleontological resources on government lands
Experience creating and developing paleontological exhibits for the public
Extensive knowledge of the geology and paleontology of North Dakota and its context within the regional geologic setting
Experience acting in a paleontological advisory capacity to state and federal agencies
Computer experience with working knowledge of Excel, Outlook, Word, Access, and other applicable programs
Application Procedures
Apply by submitting qualifications online through the recruiting solutions system: ;
Include, as attachments, a cover letter and resume, official college transcripts, and the names, addresses, and phone numbers of three references (faculty as well as past or present work supervisors).
The Department of Mineral Resources-North Dakota Geological Survey staff will score applications against the minimum qualifications and preferences listed on the job announcement and qualifying military service. After the scoring is completed, a certified list of eligible candidates and the applications will be forwarded to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview, based on the final scores.
Applicants who are residents of ND and eligible to claim veteran's preference must include Form DD214. Claims for disabled veteran's preference must include a current statement of disabled status from the Veteran's Affairs Office.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
All application material must be submitted online on or before the closing date.
For More Information, Assistance or Accommodation Contact: Fred Anderson ND Relay Number:
Fred Anderson, GeoTech Support Staff Officer
Department of Mineral Resources
600 East Boulevard Avenue Dept 405
Bismarck ND 58505-0405
Fax ; e-mail:
Summary of Work
Perform the duties of North Dakota State Paleontologist including the management of the Johnsrud Paleontological Laboratory and curation of the North Dakota State Fossil Collection at the North Dakota Heritage Center. Manage the North Dakota Geological Survey paleontological resources regulatory program and supervise paleontology staff during office, lab, and field work. Respond to public inquiries regarding paleontology in the state and act in an advisory capacity to other governmental entities regarding paleontological resources in North Dakota. Manage the review, approval, and issuing of paleontological collection permits within the state and supervise the NDGS public fossil digs program. Create and develop paleontological exhibits for the North Dakota Heritage Center and other public areas across the state.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The State of North Dakota and this hiring agency do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, genetics, religion, age or disability in employment or the provisions of services and complies with the provisions of the North Dakota Human Rights Act.
As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. 23-12-10.
Min Pay Rate - Monthly: 5625.00
Job ID: 3001239
Location: Bismarck, ND
Max Pay Rate - Monthly: 7083.00
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job Title: Paleontologist
Date Closed: 2014/09/15Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Dickinson State University
Vacancy Announcement
# Paleontologist
# NDIC Department of Mineral Resources
North Dakota Geological Survey
Location: Bismarck, ND
# Salary: $5,625- $7,083/month plus benefits including fully paid family health insurance
Closing Date: September 15, 2014
Position Number: 405-4964
Classification: Non-Classified Professional
Status: Full-time, Regular
Recruitment: External
Date Posted to Web: July 23, 2014
Minimum Qualifications
A Doctoral degree in paleontology (preferred) or a Master's degree in paleontology and ten years of related experience
Experience managing personnel and volunteers on field paleontological investigations and fossil digs
Experience in curating fossil collections and managing paleontological laboratory resources
Effective verbal and written communication skills are essential as evidenced through a continuous and comprehensive paleontological publication and presentation record
Applicant must have a valid driver's license
Preferred Qualifications
A strong background in the conduct of geologic and paleontological public outreach programs
A background in the paleontology of Cenozoic vertebrates in the upper Midwest and Mesozoic and Paleozoic invertebrates
Experience conducting paleontologic assessments and managing paleontological resources on government lands
Experience creating and developing paleontological exhibits for the public
Extensive knowledge of the geology and paleontology of North Dakota and its context within the regional geologic setting
Experience acting in a paleontological advisory capacity to state and federal agencies
Computer experience with working knowledge of Excel, Outlook, Word, Access, and other applicable programs
Application Procedures
Apply by submitting qualifications online through the recruiting solutions system: ;
Include, as attachments, a cover letter and resume, official college transcripts, and the names, addresses, and phone numbers of three references (faculty as well as past or present work supervisors).
The Department of Mineral Resources-North Dakota Geological Survey staff will score applications against the minimum qualifications and preferences listed on the job announcement and qualifying military service. After the scoring is completed, a certified list of eligible candidates and the applications will be forwarded to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview, based on the final scores.
Applicants who are residents of ND and eligible to claim veteran's preference must include Form DD214. Claims for disabled veteran's preference must include a current statement of disabled status from the Veteran's Affairs Office.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
All application material must be submitted online on or before the closing date.
For More Information, Assistance or Accommodation Contact: Fred Anderson ND Relay Number:
Fred Anderson, GeoTech Support Staff Officer
Department of Mineral Resources
600 East Boulevard Avenue Dept 405
Bismarck ND 58505-0405
Fax ; e-mail:
Summary of Work
Perform the duties of North Dakota State Paleontologist including the management of the Johnsrud Paleontological Laboratory and curation of the North Dakota State Fossil Collection at the North Dakota Heritage Center. Manage the North Dakota Geological Survey paleontological resources regulatory program and supervise paleontology staff during office, lab, and field work. Respond to public inquiries regarding paleontology in the state and act in an advisory capacity to other governmental entities regarding paleontological resources in North Dakota. Manage the review, approval, and issuing of paleontological collection permits within the state and supervise the NDGS public fossil digs program. Create and develop paleontological exhibits for the North Dakota Heritage Center and other public areas across the state.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The State of North Dakota and this hiring agency do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, genetics, religion, age or disability in employment or the provisions of services and complies with the provisions of the North Dakota Human Rights Act.
As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. 23-12-10.
Min Pay Rate - Monthly: 5625.00
Job ID: 3001239
Location: Bismarck, ND
Max Pay Rate - Monthly: 7083.00
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job Title: Paleontologist
Date Closed: 2014/09/15Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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