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AWG E-MAIL NEWS 2008-9
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CONTENTS
1) AWG ANNOUNCES THREE NEW GIP PROJECTS FOR 2008
2) MENTEES WANTED!
3) NEW ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR FOR GEOLOGY AT USGS
4) US DEPARTMANT OF ENERGY SEEKS NOMINATIONS
5) 2008 NATIONAL GROUND WATER ASSOCIATION: CALL FOR AWARDS NOMINATIONS
6) ROOMIE WANTED
7) POSITION OPENING: Lecturer Position - Department of Geological and Atmospheric
Sciences, Iowa State University
8) CONTACT INFORMATION
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Thanks to everyone who contributed to this issue of E-mail News
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1) AWG ANNOUNCES THREE NEW GIP PROJECTS FOR 2008
Positions will remain open until filled, but keep in mind that the NPS now requires a background check before you will be allowed to use a government computer. This may prolong the hiring process so a quick response is important.
Thanks to the generosity of the AWG Foundation, AWG will again be sponsoring Geoscientist-in-Parks projects designed for experienced graduate students or professionals. To apply, send CV or Résumé, cover letter, and the names of three (3) references able to speak to your abilities related to the project, to Toscanom@si.edu. Before applying, please first check the AWG website for more detailed position descriptions and contact information for park personnel. You are encouraged to contact them to discuss your qualifications or ask questions before applying for a position.
Send all application materials via email (Word or PDF formats preferred) by April 30, 2008. Selections will be made as soon as possible by the parks.
Our 2008 projects include:
Craters of the Moon National Monument and Preserve, Idaho Cave Inventory & Mapping
The Craters of the Moon Lava Field is a composite field made up of about 60 lava flows and 25 cones. It is the largest and most complex of the Late Pleistocene and Holocene basaltic lava fields on the eastern Snake River Plain, and is the largest dominantly Holocene basaltic lava field in the lower 48 States. It has nearly every type of feature associated with basaltic volcanism. The Monument covers 1,100 square miles and has more than 400 miles of unpaved roads.
Craters of the Moon National Monument is located 18 miles from Arco, a small town of 1,000 located in high desert (approx 6,000 ft). Idaho Falls and Twin Falls are both about 90 miles away; Yellowstone and Grand Teton parks are less than 4 hours away.
The participant will spend 50% of her time doing cave inventory and mapping in the expanded Monument in coordination with a Geological Society of America GeoCorps participant (for mutual safety in the field). The other 50% will be spent doing a 1/12,000 geologic mapping project of the Tree Molds Trail Area.
Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument, Colorado Paleontologist
The Florissant Formation preserves an abundant flora and fauna of fossil plants and insects that were deposited in late Eocene (34 million-year-old) lake shales. The small town of Florissant is 2 miles from the monument. Colorado Springs airport is 47 miles from the monument and provides regular service by all major airlines.
The participant will coordinate two projects relating to the geologic and paleontologic resources of the Park. The primary project will be preparation of site maps and a manual to document the inventory of paleontological sites, and to monitor the condition of some of those sites. The secondary project will be to collect fossil leaves and insects by splitting blocks of paper shale that were removed during roadwork in the fall of 2007 and to produce a taxonomic census of this site; this will involve preparation and cataloging of fossil specimens, identification of some of the fossils, and entry into the cataloging database. Participants may also have the option of using a portion of their time for self-initiated research if they have a research plan defined beforehand.
Glen Canyon National Recreation Area, Page, AZ Geohazard Research Assistant
Glen Canyon National Recreation Area, encompassing over 1.2 million acres, stretches for hundreds of miles from the Orange Cliffs of southern Utah to Lees Ferry in northernmost Arizona. Lake Powell comprises about 13% of the recreation area but the rest of GLCA exposes approximately 8,500 feet (2,590 m) of strata that spans more than 300 million years of the Earth’s history. The canyons, carved into the landscape over the past 5 million years, expose strata that record deposition in shallow seas, tidal flats, sabkhas, alluvial plains, and extensive sand dune-covered deserts. The offices are located in Page, Arizona a town of approximately 9,500 people. It is the hub of a collection of national parks and monuments, state parks, historical sites, prehistoric Indian ruins and awesome geological formations.
Field outings to inspect and GPS-locate areas of known rockfall and suspected areas that have shown signs of instability may include long day hikes and boat rides in less than ideal conditions (rain, heat, and high winds) with the possibility of backcountry overnights. In the office, the GIP will analyze old photos, ranger reports, and historical data. The GIP will prepare a write-up of geohazard sites and build coverages of sites utilizing NPS and park GIS standards. Developing written content for the web and other media is also a possibility.
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2) MENTEES WANTED
Did you join AWG to meet and network with other women working in the earth sciences? Are you wondering what your next career move should be? Do you need to find someone who can help you:
Maybe it is time for you to work with a mentor. Noted women’s career advocate, Sheila Wellington, reports, “Mentors are more important to career success than hard work, more important than talent, more important than intelligence. Why? Because you need to learn how to operate in the work world – whether in a corporation, a professional firm, a nonprofit, a university, or the public sector – and mentors can teach you how.”
The AWG peer mentoring pilot project has been enrolling mentors since our kick off at the AWG Transitions Convention. We have an interesting mix of AWG mentors, several tenured professors and recent a PhD, regulatory and consulting environmental professionals, several research lab scientists, and several experienced in the oil and gas industry. Some are experienced mentors; others are excited to learn how to pass along their experience. We have enough mentors now for a viable pilot but are still accepting mentor applications.
Don’t let this opportunity pass! Visit the website soon to fill out a mentor or mentee profile: http://www.gulfcreek.com/AWG/. Mentees must be AWG members.
The website provides a matching process that allows mentors and mentees to each have a choice in the assignment increasing the likelihood of a successful mentoring relationship. The site offers a training tutorial for mentors and mentees, an open access library of mentoring articles, and additional training materials for participants. The site also automates a monthly support program with suggestions for ways to use a mentoring relationship for competency development.
To our knowledge, the AWG Peer Mentoring Center is the first web‑based mentoring program designed specifically to connect women in a scientific professional organization for coaching or mentoring relationships. Many professional scientific organizations are now embracing mentoring programs for their membership or their student members. Our program combines elements successful in workplace mentoring programs with those from telementoring programs that support students. Our program will teach you about mentoring and support your mentoring relationship.
This is a unique opportunity to enhance your career and help AWG to develop an important new program to benefit our membership. For more information contact Elizabeth Pottorff at Elizabeth.pottorff@state.co.us.
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3) NEW ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR FOR GEOLOGY AT USGS
The USGS is pleased to announce the selection of Dr. Suzette M. Kimball as the 20th person to lead the geology programs in the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) and the first woman to hold the position.
Dr. Kimball has exceptional leadership qualities, combining innovative methods and creativity. As the Eastern Region Director since 2004 and Eastern Regional Executive for Biology from 1998-2004, she was a driving force in fostering a multidisciplinary, integrated approach to science and intergovernmental activities.
Her collaborative approach to management has resulted in building unprecedented coalitions among local, State and Federal entities to develop integrated strategic science plans and increase the use of science in the management of public resources. This is exemplified in her work in the development of the Gulf of Mexico and Mississippi Valley research programs; creation of a virtual science center to address Coral Reef research; establishment of strong partnerships in the Great Lakes; leading the bureau’s response and recovery efforts after Hurricane Katrina; and the development of the Louisiana Coastal Areas restoration effort.
As Regional Director, she has overseen research efforts engaging all disciplines of the USGS on all continents. She participated in NATO's Long Term Science Study, designing ocean information applications that were adopted by NATO and the European Economic Community (now the European Union). She developed a partnership with the Netherlands to design a coastal studies curriculum and academic exchange program with the University of Netherlands, Antilles.
In addition, she has been active in the Caribbean Basin on a number of coastal and ocean efforts; with the International Joint Commission to develop deep water research studies in the Great Lakes, and most recently, worked with the five Mexican states bordering the Gulf of Mexico and the Caribbean to develop scientific actions that address transboundary ocean issues including sediment dispersal, sand and gravel resources and marine debris. She has worked with both Parks Canada and Parks Mexico to provide science-based management and conservation alternatives for park management.
Dr. Kimball received her B.A. in English from the College of William & Mary, an M.S. in Geology/Geophysics from Ball State University and a Ph.D. in Environmental Sciences/Coastal and Oceanographic Processes from the University of Virginia. She has held faculty appointments at the University of Virginia and the College of William and Mary, numerous elected positions with professional scientific societies, including the Consortium for Coastal Restoration through Science & Technology, the Council of Examiners of the National Association of State Boards of Geology, the DOI Ocean Policy Committee and the Board of Directors of the George Wright Society. She is a licensed professional geologist. She was a recipient of the Secretary of the Interior’s Meritorious Service Award, the Secretary's Executive Leadership Award, the Secretary’s Gold-level Executive Leadership Award and the Presidential Rank Award in 2002 and again in 2007.
Her strong background in strategic planning and organizational performance combined with her successful experience providing leadership in an integrated science environment will continue to be a vital asset to the USGS.
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4) US DEPARTMANT OF ENERGY SEEKS NOMINATIONS
The US Department of Energy, Office of Fossil Energy is seeking nomination of persons qualified for appointment by the Secretary of Energy to serve as members of the Ultra-Deepwater Advisory Committee (UDAC) or the Unconventional Resources Technology Advisory Committee (URTAC). The closing date for receipt of resumes is May 2, 2008.
More information can be found at http://www.fossil.energy.gov/programs/oilgas/advisorycommittees/UnconventionalResources.html and http://www.fossil.energy.gov/programs/oilgas/advisorycommittees/UltraDeepwater.html.
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5) 2008 NATIONAL GROUND WATER ASSOCIATION: CALL FOR AWARDS NOMINATIONS
NGWA awards represent the highest quality in standards and business practices. Award recipients are recognized for outstanding contributions through service, innovation, research, safety, and outstanding projects of scientific and technological importance affecting the growth and well-being of the ground water industry. Click on the links below for more information and to download nomination forms for all of the awards.
Awards of Excellence
Ross L. Oliver Award | M. King Hubbert Award | Robert Storm Interdivisional Cooperation Award | Life Member Award | Honorary Member Award | Technology Award | Equipment Design Award | Individual Safety Advocate Award
Outstanding Ground Water Project Awards
Ground Water Supply Award | Ground Water Protection Award | Ground Water Remediation Award
Divisional Awards
John Hem Award | Keith E. Anderson Award | Manufacturers Division Special Recognition Award | NGWA Supplier of the Year Award
Nominations must be received on or before August 1, 2008. If you have questions concerning the NGWA Awards Program or need assistance in preparing a nomination for submission, call NGWA Customer Service at 800 551.7379 (614 898.7791) or e-mail customerservice@ngwa.org
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6) ROOMIE WANTED
I have a double room at the IRIS meeting June 3 - June 5 (3 nights) at the Skamania Lodge in Stevenson, WA that I am willing to share. If you are interested, please contact Tina Niemi at (816) 235 5342, e-mail niemit@umkc.edu.
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7) POSITION OPENING
Lecturer Position
Department of Geological and Atmospheric Sciences
Iowa State University
The Department of Geological and Atmospheric Sciences at Iowa State University invites applications for the temporary position of Lecturer for academic year 2008-2009 (consideration may also be given to candidates who will be available only for fall 2008). The successful candidate must be able to teach hydrogeology. The remainder of the load is negotiable, both in terms of total number and type of classes. Potential areas of need include, but are not restricted to, environmental geochemistry, contaminant hydrogeology, isotope geochemistry, introductory geology, oceanography, and historical geology.
Candidates must have a minimum of a Masters Degree (or ABD) in Geology or related area. All applications must be submitted electronically at www.iastatejobs.com (search vacancy ID# 080294). Please be prepared to enter or attach a letter of application, curriculum vitae, and the names, addresses, e-mail addresses, and phone and fax numbers of at least three references. Any additional application materials may be mailed to: Carl Jacobson, Chair, Department of Geological and Atmospheric Sciences, 253 Science I, Iowa State University, Ames, IA 50011-3212.
To ensure consideration, submit application by June 15, 2008. The search will continue until the position is filled. Information about the Department appears at: http://www.ge-at.iastate.edu/. Iowa State University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
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