Geologist

Job TitleThe job title is not provided in the raw HTML.Job DescriptionSome of the major duties you will perform include but are not limited to the following:Review and edit a wide variety of scientific and technical publications (from geologic maps to multichaptered technical products) that deliver the results of USGS's multidisciplinary science to the public.Use professional knowledge of geology to critically review geologic maps and accompanying materials for their adequacy, clarity, consistency of data presentation, and correctness and validity of geologic interpretations.Perform substantive and technical editing, copyediting, proofreading, and cross-checking of all components of draft publications, ensuring correct grammar, spelling, punctuation, style, plain language, and other editorial standards.Review maps and accompanying text, illustrations, structure cross sections, explanations, and tables for technical accuracy, clarity, consistency, organization, and format.Review and inspect proofs to eliminate errors and to ensure that instructions have been followed, information product layouts meet accepted standards, data are presented clearly, and the job is complete.Provide diplomatic, clear, and professional reviews, advice, and communication to authors, managers, and other team members.Serve as a project manager, balancing multiple products at a time, and track and monitor progress through a multistage, digital publishing workflow to meet tight deadlines.Work individually and as part of a team to prepare and release map products and other publications.Duties will be developmental in nature when filled below the full performance level.