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Job Title Geologic Archive Technician - Temporary Requisition Number DU12881 Department Name 40520:KY Geological Survey Work Location 2500 Research Park Dr., Lexington, KY Salary Range $16.00-17.00/hour Type of Position Temporary Position Time Status Full-Time Required Education Associates Degree Required Related Experience MS Office Suite Required License/Registration/Certification This position is off campus and requires reliable transportation to and from the job. Physical Requirements Sitting for long periods of time. Lift boxes up to 20 lbs. Ability to work in an environment with various air particulates. Shift Working hours Between Monday – Friday 8:00am to 4:30pm.
37.5 hours per week. Job Summary The Kentucky Geological Survey is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated individual to work on an 18-month grant-funded project at the Earth Analysis Research Library (EARL), an off-campus facility. The project’s goals include assessing and rehousing oil and gas wellbore samples and developing an ArcGIS StoryMap on the research contributions of oil and gas collections and data. The position is eligible for healthcare benefits.



What you’ll do:

Clean and sort metadata for analysis and sample assessment Use existing workflows and naming conventions to ensure accuracy and findability Update sample metadata in the collection’s database Rehouse selected samples to conform to EARL standards Work with senior staff to locate missing samples in the warehouse Storyboard/outline an interactive Story Map about Kentucky oil and gas related collections Gather information from various KGS staff, publications, and other resources to create content for the StoryMap Follow the KGS internal publishing process to publish a StoryMap on the KGS and ArcGIS websites Compose and maintain project notes and attend regular progress meetings Work closely with KGS staff to ensure data conformity and collection management policies are followed

You’ll be a great fit if:

You have high attention to detail and can spot minute differences between data You have an interest in geology or earth sciences, scientific research, and history You care about findability and preservation of research data Your written and verbal communication skills are clear (including handwriting) You enjoy learning new things You enjoy working independently and with others You are comfortable working in a warehouse environment You have reliable transportation to access the facility daily

Where you’ll work:

EARL is a rock, mineral and soil analysis and storage facility located off UK’s campus. Your primary place of work is in the warehouse and a workstation at EARL.


Skills / Knowledge / Abilities Attention to detail, organizational skills, excellent communication and interpersonal relationship skills, teamwork, must have legible handwriting, preferred 5+ years of state-issued drivers license Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Preferred Education/Experience Experience with maintaining work records; possesses competent narrative writing skills; comfort with Excel or similar spreadsheet tools; ability to learn new workflows and procedures. Familiarity with ArcGIS and media software is a plus. Deadline to Apply 01/08/2025 Our University Community

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