Members: Geologist Licensing Board
Board members
- Gene St. Godard, Hydrogeologist — Chair
Spokane WA 99228
Term expires May 1, 2016 - Brian Beaman, Hydrogeologist/Engineering Geologist — Vice Chair
Carnation, WA 98014
Term expires May 1, 2017 - Robert Mitchell, Hydrogeologist — Secretary
Bellingham, WA 99225
Term expires May 1, 2014 - William D. Ernst, Geologist
Lakewood, WA 98496-3184
Term expires May 1, 2016 - Dave Norman, State Geologist/Engineering Geologist/Hydrogeologist
Olympia, WA 98504-7007
Term: Ex-officio - William T. Laprade, Engineering Geologist
Seattle WA 98103
Term expires May 1, 2015 - Ray Brunson, Public Member
Olympia, WA 98501
Term expires May 1, 2014
Contact information
To contact board members, please email geologist@dol.wa.gov.
About the board
What does the board do?
The Geologist Licensing Board provides consumer protection to the public through the licensing of geologists.
Who is on the board?
- 5 licensed geologists, 2 of whom must be licensed in a specialty of geology (Engineering Geologist, Hydrogeologist).
- 1 member of the general public with no family or business connection with the practice of geology.
- The Supervisor of Geology of the Department of Natural Resources (ex-officio member).
How are board members appointed?
Board members are appointed by the Director of the Department of Licensing. Members serve 4-year terms, which are staggered so no more than 2 appointments are made in any calendar year.
For complete information, please see RCW 18.220.030: Geologist Licensing Board.
What are the responsibilities of board members?
- Provide professional knowledge to improve the services provided to geologists and the public.
- Attend all board meetings. The board usually meets 4 times a year, and meeting dates, times, and locations are decided by the board and administrative staff.
- Spend approximately 8 hours a month on board business.
Are board members paid?
Members are paid $50 per day for the time spent at meetings and for work done outside of meetings on board business, and are reimbursed for certain expenses related to traveling to and from board meetings.
How to I apply?
We only accept application materials when a formal recruitment announcement is posted. The announcement will include specific application materials to submit for consideration.
