Simone Montayne
Simone is a Geologic Information Specialist responsible for ensuring that DGGS data products adhere to federal Open Data standards. Her work plays a crucial role in making geologic information easily accessible to the public while also supporting the ongoing stewardship of legacy data. With over 15 years of experience working with FGDC metadata standards, Simone compiles the division's metadata files and digital data releases. In addition, she oversees the division's field safety and communication equipment cache and serves as the chairperson of the DGGS Field Operations Safety Committee. In this leadership role, Simone is dedicated to maintaining the safety of field operations and fostering a culture of safety within the division.
Education and/or Training
2001, B.S. - University of Alaska, Fairbanks (Geology)
2014, Northeast Document Conservation Center, NEDCC Document Preservation Workshop
Professional Experience
- Metadata - Simone compiles all of the division's metadata files and has more than 15 years of experience writing metadata according to the FGDC metadata standards.
- Publications - In addition to compiling metadata, Simone is responsible for a wide range of additional tasks that are required to publish geologic reports. Dependent on the needs of a given publication, she may be called upon to provide geologic content, plan and supervise publication workflow, facilitate communication between geologists and technical staff, compile GIS data for online distribution, draft geologic field observations, organize analytical data, and evaluate geologic data for consistency and data integrity.
- Geologic information - Simone responds to requests for geologic information from customers who call, write, or visit our office. Effectively answering these inquiries calls for familiarity with multiple aspects of Alaska's geology, awareness of appropriate sources for both general and specialized geologic information, and comprehensive knowledge of our state's geography. Customers who contact us commonly need assistance with or alternatives to our online resources. Simone has a lead role in ensuring that the geologic information that DGGS provides is accessible to customers who are unable to utilize our databases, web based maps, or digital files.
- Field safety and communication equipment - To support safe operational procedures while conducting geologic field work, DGGS maintains a comprehensive inventory of communication and safety equipment. The equipment cache includes: helicopter helmets, radios, solar panels and batteries, satellite phones, first-aid and emergency packs, and personal tracking devices. As DGGS field equipment cache manager, Simone ensures that appropriate equipment is available when needed and maintained according to manufacturer specifications or agency policy.
- Archiving and data preservation - The DGGS Fairbanks office is a significant repository for published and unpublished geologic research. The library houses a comprehensive collection of government reports, geologic journals, student thesis, conference documents, and other literature pertinent to geologic research. Archive materials include geologic field notes and maps, originating reports, and unpublished works. Simone serves as the agency's librarian, archivist, and geologic data preservation specialist.
Awards
- 2000 - Outstanding Undergraduate, Geology/Geophysics Department, University of Alaska Fairbanks
- 2015 - Governor's Denali Peak Performance Award for Exceptional Performance, Honorable Mention
- 2016 - Association of American State Geologists Presidential Award for Dedicated Volunteer Service to AASG
Selected Publications
- Truskowski, C.M., Walser, S.L., Larsen, M.C., Nicolazzo, J.A., Gillis, R.J., Bull, K.F., Regan, S.P., Darrow, M.M., and Montayne, Simone, 2024, Field station locations and data for the geologic map of the Haines-Takshanuk Mountains-Chilkat Peninsula area STATEMAP project, southeast Alaska, collected in 2022 and 2023: Alaska Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys Raw Data File 2024-17, 3 p. https://doi.org/10.14509/31285
- Hendricks, M.D., Macpherson, A.E., Athey, J.E., Wyatt, W.C., Montayne, Simone, Buchanan, Wes, Rivera, P.G., and Steinleitner, A.M., 2024, AK GeMS data dictionary: A description of the Alaska geologic mapping schema: Alaska Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys Miscellaneous Publication 170 v. 2, 13 p. https://doi.org/10.14509/31172
- Seitz, S.S., Montayne, Simone, Freeman, L.K., and DGGS Staff, eds., 2024, DGGS Geologic Earth Resource Library of Alaska (GERILA) Database: Alaska Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys Digital Data Series 22, https://doi.org/10.14509/gerila. https://doi.org/10.14509/31119
- Haralson, M.D., Hubbard, T.D., Hoffman, H.A., and Montayne, Simone, 2023, 2022 Arctic Strategic Transportation and Resources project (ASTAR) field station location data and descriptions: Utqiaġvik region (Barrow triangle), North Slope, Alaska: Alaska Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys Raw Data File 2023-12, 5 p. https://doi.org/10.14509/31010
- Haralson, M.D., Hubbard, T.D., Hoffman, H.A., and Montayne, Simone, 2023, 2022 Arctic Strategic Transportation and Resources project (ASTAR) geotechnical data and sample descriptions: Utqiaġvik region (Barrow triangle), North Slope, Alaska: Alaska Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys Raw Data File 2023-13, 5 p. https://doi.org/10.14509/31011
- Haralson, M.D., Hubbard, T.D., and Montayne, Simone, 2023, 2021 Arctic Strategic Transportation and Resources (ASTAR) project field station location data and descriptions: Wainwright, Atqasuk, and Utqiagvik, North Slope, Alaska: Alaska Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys Raw Data File 2023-4, 5 p. https://doi.org/10.14509/30961
- Haralson, M.D., Hubbard, T.D., and Montayne, Simone, 2023, 2021 Arctic Strategic Transportation and Resources (ASTAR) project field geotechnical data and sample descriptions: Wainwright, Atqasuk, and Utqiagvik, North Slope, Alaska: Alaska Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys Raw Data File 2023-5, 4 p. https://doi.org/10.14509/30962
- Larsen, J.F., Schaefer, J.R., Cameron, C.E., and Montayne, Simone, 2022, Electron probe microanalytical data of minerals and glass from rock samples from Pavlof Volcano, Alaska: Alaska Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys Raw Data File 2022-7, 18 p. https://doi.org/10.14509/30854
- Lessard, R.R., Wildland, A.D., and Montayne, Simone, 2022, Bedrock geologic map database of the Caribou Creek area, Big Delta C-4 and D-4 quadrangles, east-central Alaska: Alaska Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys Miscellaneous Publication 172, 2 p. https://doi.org/10.14509/30866
- LePain, D.L., Kirkham, R.A., and Montayne, Simone, 2021, Measured stratigraphic section, Nanushuk Formation (Albian-Cenomanian), Nanushuk River (Rooftop Ridge), Alaska: Alaska Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys Preliminary Interpretive Report 2021-5, 8 p., 1 sheet. https://doi.org/10.14509/30744
- Zippi, P.A., Gillis, R.J., Montayne, Simone, and Loveland, A.M., 2021, Palynological and thermal maturity analysis of outcrop samples from the Kenai, Seldovia, and Tyonek quadrangles, Cook Inlet region, Alaska: Alaska Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys Raw Data File 2021-8, 4 p. https://doi.org/10.14509/30660
- Emond, A.M., Jorgensen, Clark, Lockett, A.C., Daanen, R.P., Wolken, G.J., Wikstrom Jones, K.M., and Montayne, Simone, 2020, Ground gravity measurements from Goldstream Valley, interior Alaska: Alaska Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys Raw Data File 2020-10, 5 p. https://doi.org/10.14509/30473
- Montayne, Simone, Wypych, Alicja, Freeman, L.K., and Griesel, G.A., 2019, Petrographic observations of rocks collected in the Bonnifield mining district, Fairbanks A-1, Fairbanks A-2, Healy D-1, and Healy D-2 quadrangles, Alaska: Alaska Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys Raw Data File 2019-1, 4 p. https://doi.org/10.14509/30171
- Freeman, L.K., Montayne, Simone, and Wypych, Alicja, 2017, Major-oxide and trace-element geochemical data from rocks collected near Panorama Mountain, Mile 104 Seward Highway, Crow Pass, and Whittier, Alaska: Alaska Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys Raw Data File 2017-12, 4 p. https://doi.org/10.14509/29725
- LePain, D.L., and Montayne, Simone, 2017, Core fragment descriptions, Exxon core holes, uplands bordering Yukon Flats basin, east-central Alaska: Alaska Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys Raw Data File 2016-4, 2 p., 1 sheet. https://doi.org/10.14509/29576
- Montayne, Simone, Wartes, M.A., and Clough, J.G., 2012, Summary of fossil fuel and geothermal resource potential in the Bering Straits energy region, in Swenson, R.F., Wartes, M.A., LePain, D.L., and Clough, J.G., Fossil fuel and geothermal energy sources for local use in Alaska: Summary of available information: Alaska Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys Special Report 66C, p. 23-32. https://doi.org/10.14509/24426
- Montayne, Simone, and Whalen, M.T., 2003, A Permian cool-water limestone from the Chulitna terrane, southcentral Alaska, in Clautice, K.H., and Davis, P.K., eds., Short Notes on Alaska Geology 2003: Alaska Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys Professional Report 120D, p. 53-62. https://doi.org/10.14509/2911
Selected Presentations
- Athey, J.E., Montayne, Simone, Seitz, S.S., and Freeman, L.K., 2009, Keeping geologic databases fresh and user friendly (presentation): Geological Society of America, Abstracts with Programs v. 41, no. 7, p. 555. https://gsa.confex.com/gsa/2009AM/finalprogram/abstract_167035.htm
