About the Department

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

This is a senior-level position for the Department of Environmental Quality, Abandoned Mine Land Division. This position is responsible for supervising all clearance processes of the Abandoned Mine Land Division prior to the execution of field reclamation and construction activities. This will require a comprehensive understanding of the division’s required duties; the guiding statutes, regulations, and policies; and mining reclamation practices. This position also acts as the single Point of Contact for site clearance requirements, responsible for obtaining Authorization to Procced (ATP) from the Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement (OSM) for projects, and use of and reporting for the enhanced Abandoned Mine Land Inventory System (e-AMLIS).

Lander, Wyoming, offers an amazing quality of life in a small-town setting. Outdoor activities abound including backpacking, fishing, hunting, climbing, skiing, mountain biking, etc., with the Wind River Mountain Range at your doorstep. Come join a motivated staff of outdoor enthusiasts reclaiming historic mining hazards throughout Wyoming.

Why Choose a Career with the Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality?

Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance
Eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness
Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
State Retirement plan and additional savings opportunities
Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities and MUCH MORE!

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Human Resource Contact: [email protected]

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed in the job level.

Mentor, train, and aid Abandoned Mine Land Division staff to ensure that division and program goals are being met.
Coordinates with the Projects Supervisor on project workload assignments and clearance needs.
Oversee and supervise the inventory work and the Statewide Contracts Coordinator.
Coordinates between Projects Supervisor, Program Manager, and Administrator on Program Principle Workload.
Participates in handling issue escalation and conflict resolution with assigned staff.
Manages Abandoned Mine Land Division 5-Year Project Plan and the clearance work needed to accomplish overall division goals.
Manage and oversee all communications with our federal partners: OSM, Bureau of Land Management' (BLM), U.S. Department of Agriculture Forest Service (USFS), Bureau of Reclamation (BOR), U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Department of Energy (DOE), etc.
Maintain compliance with Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act of 1977 (SMCRA) and OSM requirements.
Oversee all ATP work for OSM.
Manages and updates the eAMLIS database, AML Statewide Inventory Database, and development of new inventory efforts.

Position Duties

PREFERENCES:

Preference will be given to candidates with a science education and with knowledge and experience in exploration, development, mining, and reclamation activities, as well as those who have familiarity with Abandoned Mine Land Division statutes, regulations, and policies.

KNOWLEDGE:

Knowledge of Federal and State statutes, rules, and policies, particularly as they relate to the Abandoned Mine Land Division.
Knowledge of and experience in mining, exploration, and reclamation practices and procedures.
Knowledge and ability to mentor, train and aid professional staff and building teamwork within a group to ensure that deadlines are met while maintaining quality and meeting agency goals.
Working knowledge of Statewide contracting, National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) requirements, SMCRA, OSM’s requirements.
Knowledge and ability to liaison between various agencies for reporting and the development of working agreements.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to develop and maintain partnerships.
Strong written, verbal, and electronic communication skills with proficiency in explaining complex technical and/or regulatory issues and concerns to varied audiences.
Knowledge in the application of scientific principles to effectively analyze complex problems and situations that potentially threaten public health and safety, environmental degradation, and loss of land use due to mining or exploration-related activities.
Skill in organization and time-management, with attention to detail, and the ability to work simultaneously on multiple projects with various deadlines and objectives.
Ability to use current word processing and spreadsheet software, Geographic Information System (GIS) software, and Computer-aided Design (CAD) software.
Knowledge and ability for reading, interpreting, locating positions, and navigating topographic, mine, and other maps.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Bachelor's Degree (typically in The Sciences)

Experience:

1-3 years of progressive work (typically in The Sciences) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Natural Resources Principal

Education & Experience Substitution:

4-7 years of progressive work experience (typically in The Sciences) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Natural Resources Principal

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

None

Minimum Qualifications

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

Participation in the various national work groups, as Wyoming's representative, may require extensive out-of-state travel.

Ability to walk long distances on uneven ground to conduct site inspections sometimes in very remote locations.

NOTES:

FLSA: Exempt
The Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality may use a video interview as a mandatory first step of our process. If chosen for a video interview, you will receive an email with all the necessary information to complete the process.

Benefits

Working for the State of Wyoming means more than a job — it’s a stable, rewarding career that lets you make a difference while enjoying a great quality of life.

Employees enjoy:

Comprehensive health coverage – medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
Voluntary Benefits – including life insurance for you and family members, ambulance, pet insurance, short/long-term disability, flex spending and health savings accounts
Multiple retirement options – including the Wyoming Retirement System and a 457B account, helping you plan for long-term financial security
Generous paid leave and flexible schedules – vacation, sick leave, paid FMLA and 11 paid holidays each year
Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility – for those with qualifying student loans
Training and professional development – to support your career growth and advancement
Employee Assistance Program – Includes paid short-term counseling, legal, financial and work-life benefits and select employee discounts
Wellness Program – Earn paid time off and incentives by focusing on your personal health

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Supplemental Questions

(AA) Which of the following best describes your highest completed level of education to date or within the next three (3) months? (Transcripts may be required.)

High School Diploma/GED/or Equivalent
Some college Coursework, No Degree Received
Associate's Degree
Associate's Degree and additional coursework
Bachelor's Degree
Bachelor's Degree and additional coursework
Master's Degree
Master's Degree and additional coursework
Doctorate Degree
Doctorate Degree and additional coursework
None of the Above

(AA) Which of the following Quarter/Semester credit hours best describes your completed college education to date or within the next three (3) months? (Transcripts may be required.)

45+ Quarter hours/30+ Semester hours
90+ Quarter hours/60+ Semester hours
136+ Quarter hours/91+ Semester hours
180+ Quarter hours/120+ Semester hours
225+ Quarter hours/150+Semester hours
N/A

(ENNR11) Which of the following best describes your work experience Natural Resources?

Experience definition: (This experience includes, but may not be limited to, the following: Environmental Sciences, Natural Resources, GIS experience, or other similar experience.)

No relevant experience.
Less than one (1) year of relevant experience.
One (1) to less than three (3) years of relevant experience.
Three (3) to less than four (4) years of relevant experience.
Four (4) or more years of relevant experience.

(AA) Describe your relevant experience below.

Do you have knowledge and experience in exploration, development, mining, and reclamation activities?

Are you familiar with Abandoned Mine Land Division statutes, regulations, and policies?

(A1) Where did you hear about this opportunity?

Government Jobs @
www.governmentjobs.com/careers/wyoming
Indeed
LinkedIn
Zip Recruiter
Wyoming Workforce Center
Other job sites (Wyoming at Work, Monster, etc.)
Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, etc.)
Newspaper/Newsletter Advertisement
Career Fair
Human Resources Division
Friend or Acquaintance (Not State Employee)
Current State Employee
Other

(A1) If you selected "Current State Employee" please provide the employee's first and last name, and include the department they work for, if known. Please limit this response to only one employee. This employee may be eligible for a Referral Bonus.

(A1) If you selected Other, please tell us where you heard about this opportunity.

(AA) VETERANS' PREFERENCE: If you are a war veteran as defined in section 101, Title 38, United States Code or are the surviving spouse of a war veteran who receives survivor benefits from the federal government based on the veteran's military service, and wish to claim veterans' preference, please attach the appropriate documentation substantiating your claim. Indicate below your appropriate veterans' preference status. By requesting veterans' preference, you are certifying that you meet the statutory requirements as described in the above disclosure.

Current State Employee
Veteran - DD214 Attached
Disabled Veteran (10% or more) - DD214 and Veteran's Disability Determination Attached
Surviving Spouse of a Deceased Veteran - DD214 and proof of Survivor Benefit Attached
None of the above

(AA) VETERANS' PREFERENCE DISCLOSURE: PER WYOMING STATUTE, current employees of the State of Wyoming are not eligible for veterans' preference. If you are not a current employee of the State of Wyoming, to be eligible to receive veterans' preference you MUST have been a resident of the State of Wyoming for a period of one (1) year or more at any time prior to submitting this application.

I have read and understand the veterans' preference disclosure.

Yes
No
I am not a veteran

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I have read and understand the above statement.

Required Question

Agency Information

Employer: State of Wyoming
Address: Human Resource Contact Information located in the

General Description Section

Statewide, Wyoming, 82002
Phone: 307-777-7188
Website: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm