National Park Service openings for geologists, tech writer/editor

The National Park Service has openings for two geologists in their Lakewood (Denver) Colorado office.   But move fast - applications are due by August 29.

The positions are located in the Natural Resource Stewardship and Science Directorate (NRSS); Geologic Resources Division; Geologic Features and Systems Branch. The incumbent serves as a technical advisor in geology for one or more parks. The geologist is responsible for program development and implementation related to geology, hydrogeology, paleontology, geomorphology, cave and karst resources, mining, oil and gas development, erosion control, and other related activities. The primary emphasis of this position is writing,  editing, and making available publications related to the National Park Service’s Geologic Resources Inventory (GRI).


Another position as Technical Writer/Editor is located in the Natural Resource Stewardship and Science Directorate (NRSS); Geologic Resources Division; Geologic Features and Systems Branch, whose primary duties involve editing and making available publications related to the National Park Service’s Geologic Resources Inventory (GRI).  The position edits material relating to National Park Service geology, the GRI, and geologic resource management issues, including manuscripts, reports, informational papers, posters, brochures, and various forms of correspondence.  As copy editor and proofreader, identifies problems in style, grammar, clarity, and other editorial considerations.  Determines design and layout style and format to be used in publications ranging from brief information papers to multi-author, multi-section reports that vary from dozens to several hundred pages in length.  Maintains and modifies GRI report templates using the style guidelines of the NPS and NRSS.  Is independently responsible for ensuring that all format and style guidelines and layout-related directions are correctly adhered to in final documents.  Uses desktop publishing software to design attractive, reader friendly reports and articles. Develops new and edits existing  geologically accurate and relevant graphs, figures, tables, and photographic images to translate scientific results for the semi-technical or broad audience.  Compiles and creates park specific GRI product CD’s for distribution with final GRI reports.   Obtains cost estimates for report production supplies and arranges for the production of reports.  Prints and binds a limited number of hardcopy GRI reports for distribution to parks, networks, and regions.  Produces and transmits final electronic copies of text and supporting illustrations, tables, photographs, and/or figures to the GRD Webmaster for inclusion on Division webpages.