Natural Resources Analyst 2026-02164

About the role

Open Until Filled

General Description

This position is with the Department of Environmental Quality, Land Quality Division. The position is responsible for coordinating mining and exploration operations as assigned by the District 2 Supervisor. This coordination primarily includes reviewing permitting actions, reviewing annual reports, and conducting compliance inspections for the assigned operations, which could include both noncoal and coal sites. The coordination may also include assisting with enforcement, bond release, and other related tasks.

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• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility
• Retirement - Pension and 457(b) plans that help you build a secure future
• Flexible schedules and work-life balance options
• Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities and MUCH MORE! Click here for detailed information, or you can watch this short video to learn about our benefits package!

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Essential Functions

The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed at the job level.

• Review applications and notifications for new or existing mining and exploration operations
• Review annual reports, including associated reclamation cost estimates, for mining and exploration operations
• Schedule and conduct compliance inspections at assigned mining and exploration operations and write detailed reports for those inspections
• Recommend appropriate enforcement actions, remedial actions, and penalty assessments when operations are found to violate applicable requirements
• Review bond release requests and conduct associated inspections
• Interact with the public in responding to general communications received by the District 2 office
• Represent District 2 as needed at internal and external work group meetings
• Carry out other duties as assigned by the LQD Administrator or District 2 Supervisor

Preferences

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

Knowledge

• Knowledge of the application of scientific principles to effectively analyze problems and situations that potentially threaten the environment due to mining or exploration-related activities
• Strong written, verbal, and electronic communication skills with particular proficiency in explaining technical and/or regulatory issues and concerns to varied audiences
• Ability to work independently
• Skill in organization and time-management with attention to detail and the ability to work simultaneously on multiple projects with various deadlines and objectives
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to develop and maintain partnerships
• Ability to use current word processing, spreadsheet, and geographic information systems software

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's (typically in The Sciences)

Experience

0-3 years of progressive work experience (typically in The Sciences) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Natural Resources Specialist

Education & Experience Substitution

• 4-6 years of progressive work experience (typically in The Sciences) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Natural Resources Specialist
• Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: None

Physical Working Conditions

• Conducting inspections and participating in various groups may require extensive travel
• Conducting inspections may require traveling, hiking, and navigating over rough terrain in varied weather conditions

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.

• Click here to view the State of Wyoming Total Compensation Calculator.
• Click here to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.

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