The duties of the position include, but are not limited to, the following:
Conduct engineering geologic studies and prepare reports guiding the design and construction of dams, reservoirs, tank sites, buildings, tunnels, pumping stations, trunk lines, and aqueducts. Collaborate interpretations and results of geologic studies with LADWP engineering staff and construction personnel, as well as outside agencies, contractors, and consultants. Explore subsurface geology using geophysical surveys, test pits, trenches, and borings with appropriate drilling methods. Prepare boring logs and maps illustrating geologic structure and stratigraphy. Incorporate data into geologic maps and provide recommendations required to develop projects.
Conduct geologic hazard investigations involving landslides, sinkholes, earthquake and seismic hazards, flooding/inundation hazards, and volcanic hazards. Communicate investigation findings with LADWP engineering staff and construction personnel, as well as outside regulatory agencies, contractors, and consultants. Direct construction equipment such as backhoes and drilling rigs for geologic field exploration.
Prepare and lead task orders for engineering geologic and hydrogeologic studies, drilling programs, geophysical investigations, aerial photography, and other geologic investigations. Work is coordinated with LADWP personnel involved in purchasing as well as with contractors and consultants. Requires knowledge of City guidelines for contracting out work. Review and approve payments for contract billing items, as well as change orders submitted by the contractor, after completed work is verified.
Conduct groundwater or other hydrogeologic studies including characterization of groundwater basins for groundwater water production, storage, or other groundwater replenishment projects. Determine production or monitoring zones for wells from borehole data obtained from sampling and/or down-hole geophysical logging methods. Assist with siting, monitoring, production, injection or test well locations. Provide recommendations for construction site de-watering, conduct groundwater seepage and nuisance water investigations. Collaborate results of hydrogeologic studies with LADWP engineering staff and construction support personnel, as well as outside agencies, contractors, and consultants.
Use computer software to produce maps and reports, as necessary, to perform engineering geologic and hydrogeologic studies and advance geologic field exploration.
Review hydrogeologic studies for projects being performed by consultants or constructed by developer’s contractors. Communicate comments and resolve issues with LADWP engineering staff, as well as regulatory agencies, contractors, and consultants.
Conduct investigations for claim adjusters and attorneys on technical aspects of legal claims and appear as a witness for trials. Communicate results of work with attorneys and LADWP engineering staff, as well as with outside agencies.
Overtime and travel may be required.
Perform other related duties.
Skills, Knowledge, and Ability:
Candidates will be evaluated for the following work-related skills, knowledge, abilities, and other qualifications by interview or other means, as specified:
Knowledge of engineering geology principles, hydrogeology, seismology, and stratigraphy; drilling methods; and rock and soil sampling methods.
Knowledge of geological mapping procedures and techniques; principles of geotechnical engineering; common computer software programs for office and geologic analytical techniques.
Knowledge of geophysical investigative tools and techniques, including surface and borehole methodologies.
Ability to apply geological knowledge to engineering and hydrogeological problems; identify and classify geological formations.
Ability to read topographic maps and analyze aerial photographs.
Ability to communicate in English, both orally and in writing, in a clear, concise, and effective manner.
Ability to deal tactfully with other City employees, government officials, and customers.
Eligible candidate must have status and have completed probation in the class of Engineering Geologist Associate II (Class Code 7253).
A valid California Driver’s License is required and must be maintained during the course of employment.
How to apply
Eligible candidate must currently be on a regular appointment to
ENGINEERING GEOLOGIST ASSOCIATE II, CLASS CODE 7253.
Each candidate must submit a Departmental Application form, Resume and
a short supplemental (one page maximum) indicating how their work
experience, education, and other qualifications fit the requirements of this
position to wetspersonnel@ladwp.com with a subject line: “City Transfer
Opportunity: Engineering Geologist Associate II - 25W-0465-241 CTO”
A pre-screening process may be used. The most qualified candidates will be
selected for interview. There will be no further notification to those who do not
meet the criteria. Candidate’s selection will be based on the interview, which
may include a written exercise. Attendance record may be evaluated.
Please note that the LADWP Retirement Plan has changed. Prior to
interviewing or accepting the job offer, we recommend you review the
information available on Tier 2 retirements at
https://retirement.ladwp.com/at2retire.html
Resumes will be accepted until sufficient number is received or by 4:00 p.m. on, FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 14, 2025 whichever is sooner.
