Association of Engineering and Environmental Geologists
Welcome to the blog and newsletter for the Association of Engineering and Environmental Geologists, Sacramento section.
Visit this site to learn more about the Association’s recent news including relevant local projects, fundraising events, legislative activities, and publications. Visit the official website at aegsacto.org to RSVP to our monthly meetings or register as a member.
We hope you enjoy this new site, and let us know what you think using the comments section!
We are excited to welcome the AEG National President Sarah Kalika, Principal Geologist at DiabloGeo Environmental Consulting for our May 2024 meeting!
Sara will give an update on the State of the Association that will be followed by a technical talk titled “Using elevated concentrations of Chromium and Nickel as an indicator for the presence of chrysotile asbestos in Serpentinite rock units.” More information regard Sarah’s presentation, as well as additional background on our speaker can be found HERE.
This meeting will take place at Aviators on Tuesday, May 31st, 2024 from 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM.
As usual, registration for AEG Members are $35, is $40 for Non-Members, and is $10 for students. The first five (5) students are free!
Interested parties can register through the meeting landing page HERE.
We look forward to seeing you there!
-AEG Sacto Team
The Department of Water Resources (DWR) is looking for a candidate that has a strong background in engineering geology and prior experience performing fault investigations and seismic hazard assessments.
The successful candidate will work in the Division of Engineering, within the Project Geology Section (West Sacramento, Yolo County). Project Geology provides engineering geologic services for design, construction, repair, operations, and maintenance of the State Water Project (SWP), which intersects much of the diverse geology of California. Our challenging projects include work at SWP dams, canals, pipelines, reservoirs, power plants, pumping plants, bridges, aqueducts, tunnels, and levees. Services provided by our engineering geologists ensure public safety and longevity of the critical SWP infrastructure.
Project Geology has a variety of work assignments, including foundation investigations, geologic mapping, fault trenching, and geologic hazards assessments (subsidence, landslides, and faulting and seismicity studies). Project Geology makes decisions affecting the safety, durability, and performance of SWP facilities based on sound engineering geology practice.
At DWR there are numerous resources to support your career and professional growth, including training, organizational memberships, and experienced and professional colleagues who collaborate for project success. Please consider this fantastic opportunity to join the SWP team, to help deliver water to over 27 million Californians, and to contribute to species conservation and environmental protection! Possession of a California Professional Geology (PG) license is desirable, but not required.
For more information, please see the links below:
Department of Water Resources Website: https://water.ca.gov
Position 1: ENGINEERING GEOLOGIST
$6,175 – $11,626 per Month
Final Filing Date: 5/17/2024
Job Posting: https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jobs/JobPosting.aspx?JobControlId=430322
Position 2: ENGINEERING GEOLOGIST
$6,175 – $11,626 per Month
Final Filing Date: 5/20/2024
Job Posting: https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jobs/JobPosting.aspx?JobControlId=430570
Good Luck Candidates!
Hello Potential Job Seekers!
The Department of Conservation (DOC) is hiring a Senior Engineering Geologist (Supervising) for the Abandoned Mine Lands Unit.
The position includes the leading of a team of geologists and scientists to inspect, inventory, and remediate abandoned mines throughout California, through partnerships with local, State, and Federal agencies. Wildlife conservation outreach, coordinating State AML programs, and developing the AML grant program are also priorities of the unit and position.
More information regarding the position, as well as the job posting can be found below:
Senior Engineering Geologist (Supervising)
Department of Conservation
JC-424368 – Abandoned Mine Lands Unit Supervisor
$10,886.00 – $13,625.00 per Month
Final Filing Date: 4/10/2024
Good luck to all!
-AEG Sacramento Team
Hello All!
We are excited to welcome Pete Holland from the Department of Conservation’s California Geological Survey (CGS) for our February 2024 meeting on Tuesday, February 27th! Peter will present a talk titled Geology along the Amador Central Railroad between Ione and Martell.
The meeting will take place at Aviator’s Restaurant & Catering (Map). Registration is $35 for members and $40 for non-members. Student price is only $10 but be one of the first 5 students to RSVP and use the code STUDENT to attend for free.
This talk is intended to be a prelude to a pending field trip on March 16 (announcement coming soon).
SAVE THE DATE: March 16 Field Trip
To supplement the February 2024 talk, we will also be hosting a corresponding field trip on the Amador Central Railroad on March 16. Details and cost are pending but space will be limited. Please save the date and keep an eye out for the event announcement later this month.
Reminders:
Sponsorship Opportunities are available!
To help offset event expenses and fundraise for future meetings, we are offering organizations the opportunity to sponsor our monthly meetings for $100. Sponsors will be recognized for their generous donation at the event, and their logos will be featured on our website, the event landing page, and given a chance to speak during the meeting. If you are interested in attending and sponsoring this meeting, please RSVP and chose the $100 Sponsorship registration option through the online platform. Please also feel free to reach out to us with any questions and to submit company logos to aegsacto@gmail.com.
Hello All!
We’d like to share and spread the word regarding a new professional society for LGBTQIA2S+ individuals in the field of Earth and Environmental Scientists – Queer Earth!
Queer Earth aims to provide a supportive and inclusive community for earth and environmental scientists, students, and educators. They are currently recruiting membership and leadership who will help establish a mission statement and vision that will serve the community for years to come.
They will be hosting their first get together/collaboration meeting on Sunday, February 11th, from 3 PM to 6 PM at Drakes: The Barn in West Sacramento (one of AEG Sacto’s favorites, for sure). This will be an excellent opportunity to connect with like-minded professionals, share experiences, and build a network within Queer Earth.
Date: Sunday, February 11th
Time: 3 pm to 6 pm
Location: Drake’s the Barn, West Sacramento
Whether you are a seasoned professional, a student just starting in the field, or an educator looking for a supportive community, Queer Earth welcomes you with open arms. If you have any questions or need further information, feel free to reach out to queerearthcv@gmail.com.
Please RSVP to ensure we can accommodate everyone and make this event a success.
Hope to see you there!
-AEG Sacto Team
Hello All!
Happy New Year to our AEG members and friends! We hope everyone is having a great 2024 so far. We have a few announcements and updates to kick off 2024. Please see below and we hope to see you soon, possibly at our Happy Hour on Thursday, February 1, 5PM at Drake’s the Barn in West Sacramento!
Announcements:
Happy New Year, again! Hope to see you all soon!
-AEG Sacto Team
Central Coast Water Board – Two Engineering Geologist Jobs Available in the Active Oilfields Program! [Ad JC411775]
Do you know someone who is looking for an exciting and fulfilling career protecting water quality on California’s beautiful Central Coast? The Central Coast region has nearly two dozen active oilfields and there is a continuing need to work with state and federal agencies and the oil and gas industry to advance sustainability and protect the environment.
The Central Coast Water Board has two openings for Engineering Geologists in the Active Oilfields Program. The individuals coming into this position will utilize geologic and hydrogeologic engineering knowledge and technical expertise to ensure that oil field activities are protective of water quality, especially sources of drinking water. Come join our innovative and passionate team at the Central Coast Water Board to promote clean water in the state of California. All levels of experience will be considered. The position is hybrid, enabling telework and two to three required days in the office located at 895 Aerovista Place, Suite 101, San Luis Obispo, CA.
The final filing date is February 9, 2024. For more information, please go to the CalCareers website: Ad JC 411775
Hello all you job seekers out there! Caltrans District 3, Marysville, is looking to hire an engineering geologist in their Office of Environmental Engineering.
From CalCareers:
“Under the general direction of the Branch Chief, the incumbent will represent the Caltrans North Region in daily activities with the Regional Water Quality Boards for National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit regulatory compliance; preparation of water quality assessment reports for Caltrans projects; oversight on water quality assessment reports prepared by consultants and provides guidance on water quality issues. Will ensure projects comply with the requirements of the Caltrans Statewide NPDES permit. The incumbent will also perform a variety of tasks related to the determination, mitigation, cleanup, and avoidance of known or potential soil and groundwater contamination, hazardous waste and additional tasks including conducting field surveys and limited surface sampling to locate, evaluate and make recommendations regarding paleontological resources on projects that include capital improvement, maintenance facilities, and operating right of way. The duties of the Engineering Geologist will typically require exercise of professional judgment. Travel is required. Must possess a valid California Driver’s License when operating state owned or leased vehicles. Registration as a Professional Geologist is preferred.”
This position is located in the City of Marysville and is not a full-time telework position as it requires two in-office days per week. The amount of telework is at the discretion of the Department and based on Caltran’s evolving telework policy.
The final filing date for this position is December 7, 2023.
Position Details:
Job Code #: JC-403100
Position #(s): 903-801-3756-XXX
Working Title/Classification: Engineering Geologist
Interested candidates can view the Duty Statement, additional information for the position, and apply online HERE!
Good luck!
We are excited to bring back the annual Groundwater Resources Agency (GRA) and AEG Sacramento Holiday meeting! This year, we will be welcoming the GRA Hydrovisions newsletter photographer and retired geologist, Dr. John Karachewski. The meeting will take place at Aviators at the Sacramento Executive Airport on Wednesday, December 6. We hope to see you there!
When: Wednesday, December 6, 2023 from 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM PST
Where: Aviator’s Restaurant & Catering 6151 Freeport Blvd Sacramento, CA 95822
Registration is $35 for members and $40 for non-members. Student price is only $10 but be one of the first 5 students to RSVP and use the code STUDENT to attend for free. For more information and to register online follow the link HERE.
RAFFLE PRIZES! We are excited to also bring back the annual holiday raffle. This is largely driven by donations, and we therefore request and greatly appreciate the donation of raffle prizes. Please also bring cash to purchase raffle tickets.
Sponsorship Opportunities: To help offset event expenses and fundraise for future meetings, we are offering organizations the opportunity to sponsor our monthly meetings for $100. Sponsors will be recognized for their generous donation at the event, and their logos will be featured on our website, the event landing page, and given a chance to speak during the meeting. If you are interested in attending and sponsoring this meeting, please RSVP and chose the $100 Sponsorship registration option through the online platform. Please also feel free to reach out to us with any questions and to submit company logos to aegsacto@gmail.com.
We hope to see you there!!
-AEG Sacto Team
We are excited to welcome Ranger/Naturalist Greg Francek from East Bay Municipal Utility District (EBMUD) for our October 2023 meeting on Tuesday, October 24th! Greg will present on the Mokelumne Paleontology Project. This month’s meeting will take place at Aviator’s Restaurant and feature actual fossils from the discovery. We hope to see you there!
Registration is $35 for members and $40 for non-members. Student price is only $10 but be one of the first 5 students to RSVP and use the code STUDENT to attend for free (promo code should be fixed this month – apologies for issues last month).
You can register for the event HERE.
For a sneak preview of the talk, please visit the discovery’s Story Map: Mastodons Among Us
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