Request for Applications for the Positon of ASBOG Executive Director

The National Association of State Boards of Geology (ASBOG) invites applications for the position of Executive Director, set to begin in July 2027. The successful candidate will provide overall operational and strategic leadership, oversee the development and administration of national licensing examinations, manage organizational finances and compliance, and serve as the primary liaison to state regulatory member boards. A central responsibility will be guiding and executing ASBOG’s Strategic Plan, advancing organizational priorities focused on delivering world-class examinations, academic program alignment, expanding thought leadership, and enhancing licensure mobility. ASBOG is guided by a collaborative Executive Committee and a dedicated network of Subject Matter Experts committed to maintaining the highest standards of world class examinations for professional licensure and credentialing integrity. We seek an energetic leader with exceptional organizational, administrative, and interpersonal skills, dedicated to advancing professional geology, supporting member board needs, and strengthening partnerships across academia and industry.

ASBOG is a national non-profit organization comprising state regulatory licensing boards across the United States with the mission to ensure the competent practice of geology by delivering rigorous licensure examinations, expanding license availability and mobility, and fostering academic training that protects public health, safety, and welfare. Founded to assist member jurisdictions in protecting the health, safety, and welfare of the public, ASBOG facilitates professional mobility through the development, maintenance, and psychometric validation of the Fundamentals of Geology (FG) and Practice of Geology (PG) examinations. Serving as a central forum for state licensing boards, academic departments, and professional practitioners, ASBOG provides an impactful, nation-spanning leadership environment dedicated to excellence in geological practice and regulation. ...click

ASBOG FG Examination Prep Course

ASBOG has contracted with an independent vendor to prepare an online Fundamentals of Geology (FG) examination prep course. The prep course is aligned with the eight content domains and results from the 2023 Task Analysis Survey (TAS). ...click

ASBOG Fall 2026 Computer-Based Examinations

The ASBOG Fundamentals of Geology (FG) and Practice of Geology (PG) examinations are scheduled for October 2026. Eligibility to sit for the ASBOG National Licensure Examinations varies and is determined by each State Member Board. Candidates seeking licensure in Georgia, Illinois, Minnesota, and Utah will have an additional step to register for the examinations. Candidates from these states must first complete preregistration through the Prometric portal using this link

All other candidates should first contact the Geology Board for the state in which they wish to seek licensure to start the application process. Contact information for the State Member Boards can be found on the ASBOG website through this LINK.

Once the State Member Board has approved and pre-registered a candidate to sit for an exam, the candidate will receive an email from registrations@ isoqualitytesting.com that will contain instruction for how to register, pay and schedule their exam. Both the FG and PG will be offered in the 8am to 12pm and 1pm to 5pm time slots. Candidates taking the examinations will be able to sign up and take the exam(s) at any of 500+ Prometric testing facilities throughout the contiguous US, Puerto Rico, and Hawaii.

ASBOG Examinee Candidate Handbook

The ASBOG Examinee Candidate Handbook (click) is the official guide to policies and procedures for the ASBOG National Geology Examinations. This guide will provide important information to exam candidates regarding scope; content and development of the licensure exams; a step-by-step guide to register and pay for the computer-based exams and select a testing location; and example practice questions to help prepare for the ASBOG National Geology Examinations.

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