James joined the Wyoming State Geological Survey in 2019 as a geologist in the Hazards and Groundwater division. He holds a B.S. in earth sciences from Montana State University and an M.S. in geology from Utah State University. He specializes in geologic hazards, geologic mapping, and geomorphology, and is especially fond of any project that takes him into the field to study geologically active landscapes. In his free time, James enjoys exploring wild places under his own power, generally via skis, bike, or a pair of hiking shoes.