Job Role: Perform the summative evaluation of diamonds in accordance with the International Diamond Grading System and document identifying features required for the initial draft of GIA Diamond Grading Reports.

Essential Duties:

• Perform the following and other duties assigned to meet production goals (quality and quantity)
• Evaluate a diamond and determine the initial clarity, polish and symmetry grades in accordance with GIA standards
• Follow standard grading methodology and examination techniques to evaluate a diamond using proper tools and devices (i.e. microscope, loupe, tweezers, etc.)
• Apply basic knowledge of GIA policies and procedures to identify characteristics present in the diamond, and electronically map observations onto a diagram by using GIA’s proprietary systems
• Learn to interpret and follow documentation policies and procedures to efficiently represent characteristics and treatments present in the diamond by using GIA’s proprietary systems
• Participate in ongoing professional training and testing for continuous grading development
• Meet required Diamond Grader (L4) qualification criteria (quality and quantity) within specified timeline
• Perform other duties as assigned or per business needs

Qualification

• Graduate (Science background preferred)
• Must complete GIA Graduate Diamonds Program within 9 months of training start date

Description of Success Factors:

• Personal accountability: learn and improve performance; take personal responsibility for decisions, actions & outcomes
• Technical knowledge: ability to learn, retain and apply grading knowledge (includes receiving and applying feedback from mentors/more experienced staff)
• Service mindset: drive and motivation to meet production and quality requirements
• Decision quality/Problem solving: ability to identify issues; know how to escalate an issue or to ask for guidance
• Analytical skills: learn to apply analytical thinking and deductive reasoning to daily work; ability to learn to articulate the issues/reasoning to reach the initial evaluation of diamonds
• Visual perception (being able to make sense of what you see), depth perception, understanding of spatial relationship – ability to map a 3-Dimensional object into 2-D diagram with accuracy
• Ability to use gemmological equipment (microscope and loupe) to evaluate the diamond, and hand-held tools (tweezers, stone holder) to manipulate diamonds
• Ability to read, comprehend and follow standard procedures or instruction (proficiency in reading, writing and speaking in English required)
• Communication Skills: ability to communicate professionally and collaborate with a diverse group of individuals – actively listen and communicate with others in a timely & professional manner; ask questions, receive and apply feedback; proactively participate in training discussions
• Sound skills in computer software (MS Office)
• Ability to work in close physical proximity with other staff, while utilizing shared equipment
• Detail oriented: Ability to produce accurate detailed work and documentation
• Ability to work independently in a production-oriented laboratory environment
• Interpersonal skills: Ability to create positive interactions with colleagues and a team; actively communicate with others in a timely and professional manner; maintain good working relationship with others and peers
• Time management skills: approach work in an organized and systematic manner