Specialist, Geologic Information - Nevada Bureau of Mines and Geology

The University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) appreciates your interest in employment at our growing institution. We want your application process to go smoothly and quickly. Final applications must be submitted prior to the close of the recruitment.If you need assistance or have questions regarding the application process, please contact our recruitment helpline at (775) 784-1495 or jobs@unr.edu. For UNR Med professional job postings, please contact the Office of Professional Recruitment at (775) 784-6778.  Job DescriptionThe Nevada Bureau of Mines and Geology (NBMG) within the College of Science at the University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) invites applications for a Specialist, Geologic Information position. The NBMG is a public service unit of the University of Nevada, Reno, and serves as the state geological survey for Nevada.  NBMG’s mission is to obtain, maintain, and broadly disseminate geologic information from Nevada, including data on the geologic framework, natural resources (energy and minerals), and geologic hazards of the state to facilitate public safety and sustainable development.  NBMG houses the Great Basin Science Sample and Records Library (GBSSRL), which is a unique collection of information and physical samples from Nevada mining and mineral exploration activity; geothermal, oil, and gas exploration; engineering geology; hydrology; historical aerial photography; and much more.The Geologic Information Specialist provides critical support to the operations of the GBSSRL, including managing and curating physical inventory and coordinating with government and private agencies and individuals to accession and curate physical specimens, historic documents, maps, and other data. The specialist will work closely with the Geoscience Data Manager, GBSSRL Project Coordinator, Development Technician, student employees, and volunteers to create and catalogue detailed and high-quality metadata for each item in the GBSSRL’s many data collections. The specialist will collaborate with NBMG employees and state agencies to conduct research, aggregate data, and write technical reports and bulletins that relate important geologic data to the public and industry professionals as needed to ensure deliverables for specific projects are met. Additionally, the specialist will manage and engage in outreach activities to educate the many user groups on the availability of physical and digital datasets within the GBSSRL in addition to providing customer service support for the GBSSRL.Required QualificationsBachelor’s Degree and two (2) years of related work experience OR Master’s Degree and one (1) year of related work experience.Related work experienceCoursework or work experience in Geology, Geoinformatics, Geography, Library Science, Archival Studies, Museum Curation, or a related field; experience in physical and digital data preservation, and experience in research and technical writing or related experience.Certification or LicensureDriver’s licenseSchedule or Travel RequirementsOccasional travel may be requiredPreferred QualificationsGIS / geospatial dataset familiarity preferred but not required.Compensation GradeAdministrative Faculty BSalary range is between $70,000 - $80,000 based on experience and qualifications.To view the salary schedule for this position, please visit: Salary Schedules and select Administrative Faculty by Grade. Salary is competitive and commensurate with related education and experience.Remarkable RetirementOur retirement plan is beyond compare. Your 19.25% contribution is generously matched by the University.   With the faculty retirement plan, you are 100% vested your first day. Sit back and watch your retirement dollars grow!  All permanent employees on an annual "A" or "B" contract who are employed at least 50% full-time are eligible to participate in the NSHE retirement program unless they are members of PERS of Nevada.Perks of Working at UNRHealth insurance options including dental and vision - Health InsuranceGenerous annual and sick leave, life insurance – Faculty BenefitsE. L. Wiegand Fitness Center offers an annual or semester membership and family membership options.  E.L. Wiegand Fitness CenterReno is proud to be a University town! Many local businesses offer discounts to WolfCard holdersMountain EAP supports employees (and eligible dependents) through life's difficult moments. Mountain EAP is located in Reno and specializes in counseling and advising services for personal or interpersonal issues.Faculty Senate is the principal representing body for faculty. Its membership includes representatives from each academic and administrative major unit of the University. Faculty SenateNo state income tax!Grants-in-aid for Faculty EmployeesThe University is proud to provide a reduced-rate tuition benefit to faculty and qualified dependents. Faculty can take up to six credits per semester at a reduced rate. Dependents of faculty have unlimited credits, but in order to be eligible children must be unmarried and under the age of 24 and must receive at least 50% of their financial support from the employee and/or employee’s spouse or domestic partner.  Faculty Grants-in-AidFaculty Dual Career Assistance ProgramThe University of Nevada, Reno recognizes the importance of addressing dual-career couples’ professional needs. We offer a dual career assistance program to newly hired faculty spouses/partners that provides resources and assists them to identify career opportunities in Northern Nevada. Dual Career Assistance ProgramDepartment Information The Nevada Bureau of Mines and Geology (NBMG) is a research and public service unit of UNR and serves as the state geological survey of Nevada.  Managed as part of the Mackay School of Earth Sciences and Engineering in the College of Science at UNR, NBMG functions as both an academic unit and statewide agency.  Its principal scientists are tenure-track faculty members.  Nevada is one of the most exciting regions in the world to conduc