CareerPlan

Program Manager, Geologic Mapping

University of Nevada, Reno - Main CampusFull-time2026-09-16 → 2026-11-14

Core

Overseeing the production of geologic map publications and digital databases for statewide assessments of natural resources and geologic hazards in Nevada.

Role type

Senior Program Manager, Geologic Mapping

Builds

Geologic map publications, digital datasets, and grant-funded mapping initiatives

Domain

Geology / Natural Resources / Geologic Hazards

Required skills

Geologic mapping (bedrock/Quaternary), Grant management, Project management, Personnel supervision, Peer review facilitation, Cartographic production

Preferred skills

Map product publication (1:24,000 scale), Multi-project management, Expertise in structural/economic/Quaternary geology

Technologies

GIS, Cartographic software

Responsibilities

Lead initiatives to acquire external grant funding (e.g., USGS STATEMAP) and serve as Principal Investigator; Oversee publication of geologic mapping products including peer review and final publication; Manage geologic mapping team, academic faculty, and contractors; Complete own geologic mapping and fundamental research projects; Serve as liaison with State Mapping Advisory Committee and USGS.

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with management duties