Professional Geologist Section | GHSS Board
Learn about the formation and governing rules of the GHSS Geologist Section Board. Disclaimer: Please review Wisconsin statutes for full board requirements.
Formation Statute: Wis. Stat. s. 15.405 (2m)
Rules Statute: Wis. Stat. ch. 470
Related Professions: Geologists
Officers & Members
The members of the Professional Geologist Section are appointed by the Governor and confirmed by the Legislature to serve 4-year terms. The Section consists of 3 licensed professional geologist members, and 1 public member.
Member Name | Officer | Member Type | Term Expiration |
|---|---|---|---|
Trevor W. Nobile | Chairperson | Geologist Member | 7/1/2028 |
Prosper Gbolo | Vice Chairperson | Geologist Member | 7/1/2029 |
Stephanie Williams | Secretary | Geologist Member | 7/1/2017* |
Public Member |
*Section members whose terms have expired may continue to serve until their successor is confirmed by the Senate.
Board Information
Meeting Schedule
Click the link below to view the Wisconsin Professional Geologists Section's meeting information, dates, and options to join sessions.
Statutes & Codes
Click the link below to access the regulations and statutes governing the Wisconsin GHSS Board and its individual sections.
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Position Statements
Are There Regulations Concerning Firms, Partnerships, or Corporations that Practice Professional Geology, Hydrology, or Soil Science?
Yes, Wisconsin Statute 470.045 outlines the regulations regarding firms, partnerships and corporations. All employees of the firm, partnership or corporation that are offering services in professional geology, hydrology and soil science must be licensed by the Wisconsin Examining Board of Professional Geologists, Hydrologists, and Soil Scientists.
Also, the firm, partnership, or corporation must have been issued a certificate of authorization. Applicants for certification of authorization must fill out Form 2404 and submit to the Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS), P.O. Box 8935, Madison, WI 53708-8935.
Can a Firm, Partnership, or Corporation be Reprimanded for the Actions of its Employees?
Yes. Per Wisconsin Statute 470.045 (4), the firm, partnership, or corporation is responsible for the conduct of its employees. Disciplinary actions that can be taken against the firm are outlined in Wisconsin Statute 470.08 (3).
GHSS Board Sections
Hydrologist Section
Click the link below to view the GHSS Hydrologist Section's regulatory details, members, & meetings schedule.
Soil Scientist Section
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Contact Us
Call:
(608) 266-2112
Email:
dsps@wi.gov
Mailing Address:
Professional Geologist Section - GHSS Board
DSPS
P.O. Box 8366
Madison, WI 53705
Office Hours:
7:45 AM - 4:30 PM
Location:
Department of Safety and Professional Services
4822 Madison Yards Way
Madison, WI 53705