Job Vacancy November 27, 2025 – December 9, 2025 ( 1 Science Research Specialist I, 1 Science Research Analyst, 2 Science Research Assistant) – SOEPD

One (1) Science Research Specialist I

Brief Description of the Position:
1. To assist the Section Head of Seismic and Tsunami Network Operations (STNO) and the Division Chief of the Seismological Observation and Earthquake Prediction Division (SOEPD) in timely delivery of accurate Earthquake and Tsunami Information and Warning or Advisory.
2. To assist in the operation of all the stations of the Philippine Seismic Network (PSN) for timely issuance of accurate Earthquake Information (EQlnfo) likewise in the operation of the Philippine Tsunami Network (PTN) composed of Sea Level Monitoring Station (SLMS) for tsunami detection as the basis for issuance of advisory and/or warning and for activating the Community Tsunami Alerting Station {CTAS) for the coastal communities.
3. To assist the coordination works with all the Local Government Units (LGU) for earthquake and tsunami related matters and activities such as Information, Education and Communication campaigns, Workshops on Tsunami Evacuation, Earthquake Drills, Intensity Surveys and other activities/programs related to Earthquake and Tsunami Community Awareness.
4. To properly coordinate with three Cluster Centers and Mirror Station such as the PMCMCET, PVCMCET, and PTMS for the operation of respective stations within each cluster and Area of Responsibility (AOR).
5. To lead in earthquake and tsunami data acquisition, processing, analysis and interpretation for quick inclusion of event parameters to timely issuance of accurate Earthquake (EQlnfo) and Tsunami Information.
6. To participate in the development and enhancement of system interface related to automation of the issuance of Earthquake and Tsunami Information.
7. To participate in all improvement and station repair and rehabilitation projects of STNO.
8. To act a resource person and spokesperson when assigned by the Section Head, Division Chief and/or the lnstitute’s Top Management.
9. To participate in the continuous enhancement of Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for the issuance of Earthquake and Tsunami Information, Advisory, Warning and even the Cancellation, and to further assist in the development and enhancement of necessary Work Instructions and Manuals for any system or interface added to Earthquake and Tsunami Network Operations.
10. Other works assigned by the SOEPD Chief and STNO Section Head related to issuance and operations including external meetings and field trips to any of the stations.

Plantilla Item No.: PIVSB-SRAS1-43-1998

Salary Grade: 13

Monthly Salary: P 34,421

Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree relevant to the job

Training: None required

Experience: None required

Eligibility: Career Service (Professional) Second Level Eligibility

Competency (if applicable):
– Doing one’s best, Innovativeness
– Exemplifying Integrity
– Delivering Service Excellence
– Valuing Our People
– Analytical Thinking and Problem Solving
– Attention to Details
– Computer/Technological Skills
– Instrumentation
– Technical Knowledge and Skills (Expertise in Seismology)

Placement of Assignment: Seismic and Tsunami Network Operations (STNOPS) of the Seismological Observation and Earthquake Prediction Division (SOEPD) – Quezon City

One (1) Science Research Analyst

Brief Description of the Position:
1. To assist the Section Head of Seismic and Tsunami Network Operations (STNO} and the Division Chief of the Seismological Observation and Earthquake Prediction Division (SOEPD) in timely delivery of accurate Earthquake and Tsunami Information and Warning or Advisory.
2. To assist in the operation of all the stations of the Philippine Seismic Network (PSN) for timely issuance of accurate Earthquake Information (EQlnfo).
3. To assist in the operation of the Philippine Tsunami Network (PTN) composed of Sea Level Monitoring Station (SLMS} for tsunami detection as the basis for issuance of advisory and/or warning and for activating the Community Tsunami Alerting Station (CTAS) for the coastal communities to implement their evacuation procedures and protocols.
4. To properly coordinate with three Cluster Centers and Mirror Station such as the PMCMCET, PVCMCET, and PTMS for the operation of respective stations within each cluster and Area of Responsibility (AOR).
5. To participate in earthquake and tsunami data acquisition, processing, analysis and interpretation for quick inclusion of event parameters to timely issuance of EQlnfo.
6. To assist the coordination works with all the Local Government Units (LGU) for earthquake and tsunami related matters and activities such as Information, Education and Communication campaigns, Workshops on Tsunami Evacuation, Earthquake Drills, Intensity Surveys and other activities/programs related to Earthquake and Tsunami Community Awareness.
7. To facilitate the compilation of all issued Earthquake and Tsunami Information.
8. To assist in the development and enhancement of system interface related to automation of the issuance of Earthquake and Tsunami Information including quick integration to the updated issuance of the initial information provided by the international partners such as the Pacific Tsunami Warning Center (PTWC), North West Pacific Tsunami Advisory Center (NWPTAC} and South China Sea Tsunami Advisory Center (SCSTAC).
9. To assist in all improvement and station repair and rehabilitation projects of the Section/Division.
10. To act a resource person and spokesperson when assigned by the Section H~ad, Division Chief and/or the lnstitute’s Top Management.
11. To participate in the continuous enhancement of Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for the issuance of Earthquake and Tsunami Information, Advisory or Warning and in the enhancement of necessary Work Instructions and Manuals for any system or interface added to Earthquake and Tsunami Network Operations.
12. Other works assigned by the SOEPD Chief and STNO Section Head related to issuance and operations including external meetings and field trips to any of the stations.

Plantilla Item No.: PIVSB-SRAN-7-1998

Salary Grade: 11

Monthly Salary: P 30,024

Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree relevant to the job

Training: None required

Experience: None required

Eligibility: Career Service (Professional) Second Level Eligibility

Competency (if applicable):
– Doing one’s best, Innovativeness
– Exemplifying Integrity
– Delivering Service Excellence
– Valuing Our People
– Analytical Thinking and Problem Solving
– Attention to Details
– Computer/Technological Skills
– Data Management, Instrumentation
– Technical Knowledge and Skills (Expertise in Seismology)

Placement of Assignment: Seismic and Tsunami Network Operations (STNOPS) of the Seismological Observation and Earthquake Prediction Division (SOEPD) – Quezon City

One (1) Science Research Assistant

Brief Description of the Position:
1. To assist the Section Head of Seismic and Tsunami Network Operations (STNO) and the Division Chief of the Seismological Observation and Earthquake Prediction Division (SOEPD} in timely delivery of accurate Earthquake and Tsunami Information and Warning or Advisory.
2. To assist in the operation of all the stations of the Philippine Seismic Network (PSN) for timely issuance of accurate Earthquake Information (EQlnfo).
3. To assist in the operation of the Philippine Tsunami Network (PTN) composed of Sea Level Monitoring Station (SLMS) for tsunami detection as the basis for issuance of advisory and/or warning and for activating the Community Tsunami Alerting Station (CTAS) for the coastal communities to implement their evacuation procedures and protocols.
4. To properly coordinate with three Cluster Centers and Mirror Station such as the PMCMCET, PVCMCET, and PTMS for the operation of respective stations within each cluster.
5. To participate in earthquake and tsunami data acquisition, processing, analysis and interpretation for quick inclusion of event parameters to timely issuance of EQlnfo.
6. To assist the coordination works with all the Local Government Units (LGU) for earthquake and tsunami related matters and activities such as Information, Education and Communication campaigns, Workshops on Tsunami Evacuation, Earthquake Drills, Intensity Surveys and other activities/programs related to Earthquake and Tsunami Community Awareness.
7. To assist in all improvement and station repair and rehabilitation projects of the Section/Division.
8. To act a resource person and spokesperson when assigned by the Section Head, Division Chief and/or the lnstitute’s Top Management.
9. To participate in the continuous enhancement of Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for the issuance of Earthquake and Tsunami Information, Advisory or Warning and in the enhancement of necessary Work Instructions and Manuals for any system or interface added to Earthquake and Tsunami Network Operations.
10. Other works assigned by the SOEPD Chief and STNO Section Head related to issuance and operations including external meetings and field trips to any of the stations.

Plantilla Item No.: PIVSB-SRAS-21-1998

Salary Grade: 9

Monthly Salary: P 30024

Educational Background: Completion of two years studies on college (prior to 2018), OR Completion of Grade 12/Senior High School (starting 2016)

Training: 1 year of relevant experience

Experience: 4 hours of relevant training

Eligibility: Career Service (Subprofessional) First Level Eligibility

Placement of Assignment: Seismic and Tsunami Network Operations (STNOPS) of the Seismological Observation and Earthquake Prediction Division (SOEPD) – Quezon City

One (1) Science Research Assistant

Brief Description of the Position:
1. To assist the Section Head of Seismic and Tsunami Network Operations (STNO) and the Division Chief of the Seismological Observation and Earthquake Prediction Division (SOEPD) in timely delivery of accurate Earthquake and Tsunami Information and Warning or Advisory.
2. To assist in the operation of all the stations of the Philippine Seismic Network (PSN) for timely issuance of accurate Earthquake Information (EQlnfo), particularly focused in the operation of Guinayangan Seismic Station (GQP).
3. To assist in the operation of the Philippine Tsunami Network (PTN) composed of Sea Level Monitoring Station (SLMS) for tsunami detection as the basis for issuance of advisory and/or warning and for activating the Community Tsunami Alerting Station (CTAS) for the coastal communities to implement their evacuation procedures and protocols.
4. To properly coordinate with three Cluster Centers and Mirror Station such as the PMCMCET, PVCMCET, and PTMS for the operation of respective stations within each cluster and in the Area of Responsibility {AOR} of GQP.
5. To participate in earthquake and tsunami data acquisition, processing, analysis and interpretation for quick inclusion of event parameters to timely issuance of EQlnfo.
6. To assist the coordination works with all the Local Government Units (LGU) for earthquake and tsunami related matters and activities such as Information, Education and Communication campaigns, Workshops on Tsunami Evacuation, Earthquake Drills, Intensity Surveys and other activities/programs related to Earthquake and Tsunami Community Awareness.
7. To assist in all improvement and station repair and rehabilitation projects ofthe Section/Division.
8. To act a resource person and spokesperson when assigned by the Section Head, Division Chief and/or the lnstitute’s Top MaMgement.
9. To participate in the continuous enhancement of Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for the issuance of Earthquake and Tsunami Information, Advisory or Warning and in the enhancement of necessary Work Instructions and Manuals for any system or interface added to Earthquake and Tsunami Network Operations.
10. Other works assigned by the SOEPD Chief and STNO Section Head related to issuance and operations including external meetings and field trips to any of the stations.

Plantilla Item No.: PIVSB-SRAS-34-1998

Salary Grade: 9

Monthly Salary: P 23226

Educational Background: Completion of two years studies on college (prior to 2018), OR Completion of Grade 12/Senior High School (starting 2016)

Training: 1 year of relevant experience

Experience: 4 hours of relevant training

Eligibility: Career Service (Subprofessional) First Level Eligibility

Placement of Assignment: Seismic and Tsunami Network Operations (STNOPS) of the Seismological Observation and Earthquake Prediction Division (SOEPD) – Guinayangan, Quezon

Interested and qualified applicants should signify their interest in writing. Attach the following documents to the application letter and submit on or before December 9, 2025.

a. Application letter addressed to:
TERESITO C. BACOLCOL
Director IV
PHIVOLCS Bldg., C.P. Garcia Ave., U.P. Campus, Diliman, Quezon City
Telephone No. (+632) 8426-1468 and thru this Link: https://tinyurl.com/PIVSPublication251127

1. Fully accomplished Personal Data Sheet (PDS) with recent passport-sized picture (CS Form No. 212, Revised 2025);
2. Work experience Sheet (Attachment to CS Form No. 212, Revised 2025) which can be downloaded at www.csc.gov.ph;
3. Performance rating in the last rating period (if applicable);
4. Photocopy of certificate of eligibility/rating/license;
5. Photocopy of Transcript of Records;
6. Certificates of training (if any)

(NOTE: Please indicate the complete position title, section and division in your application letter)

This Office highly encourages all interested and qualified applicants to apply, which include persons with disability (PWD) and members of the indigenous communities, irrespective of sexual orientation and gender identities and/or expression, civil status, religion, and political affiliation. This Office does not discriminate in the selection of employees based on the aforementioned pursuant to Equal Opportunities for Employment Principle (EOP).

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